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Sip a mint julep at the Kentucky Derby - The Kentucky Derby is famed for its classic fashion and strong cocktails. Put on your finery and head to the track for a mint julep.

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Sip a mint julep at the Kentucky Derby - A traditional mint julep consists of fine bourbon, sugar, water, crushed ice, and mint leaves. Refreshing, isn't it?

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Eat a peanut butter and banana sandwich at Graceland - There is no better way to pay tribute to the king of rock 'n' roll than eating a peanut butter and banana sandwich at Graceland.

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Eat a peanut butter and banana sandwich at Graceland - Elvis Presley was known for his soulful sound and interesting snacks. The peanut butter and banana sandwich is famous for being his all-time favorite.

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Visit the theme parks in Orlando, FL - The happiest place on Earth has to be on your bucket list! Gather your family and friends and explore all the Disney magic Orlando has to offer. 

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Visit the theme parks in Orlando, FL - You know you're in Epcot when you see this iconic sculpture. Park hop in between Disney World’s Magic Kingdom, Universal Studio’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and the Marvel Super Hero Island.

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Watch NASCAR at Talladega Superspeedway - On your mark, get set, GO! The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is an American tradition like no other. The fast cars, wild crowds, and even the occasional crash are sure to give you the thrill of a lifetime.

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Watch NASCAR at Talladega Superspeedway - The Talladega Superspeedway in Alabama is a famed NASCAR stadium. Go big or go home, right?

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Race up the “Rocky steps” in Philadelphia - In the 'Rocky' movie franchise, the montage where Rocky Balboa races up and down the steps in Philadelphia has become an iconic American moment.

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Race up the “Rocky steps” in Philadelphia - Train like Sylvester Stallone by doing your own race! Make sure to bring some pump-up music to get in the zone.

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Go to the Burning Man Festival - Art, music, and culture collide at the Burning Man Festival in the desert of Nevada.

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Go to Burning Man Festival - Every year, numerous artists come together to create magnificent installations. The standout of 2016 was the piece made of 1,000 origami cranes.

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Root for the home team at a baseball game - America and baseball go together like beer and hot dogs—luckily, you can get them all at a professional baseball game. Root, root, root for the home team!

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Root for the home team at a baseball game - To have a truly all-American baseball game experience, you'll need to heckle the players from the stands and catch a home run ball.

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Attend the Iowa State Fair - There is no better way to celebrate summer in the US than attending a state fair. Known for fun games, wild rides, and strange food, the Iowa State Fair is a definite bucket list activity.

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Attend the Iowa State Fair - At the Iowa State Fair you can get just about anything deep fried and skewered on a stick. Chocolate-covered bacon on a stick is a fair favorite.

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Compare rival Philly cheesesteaks - No trip to Philadelphia is complete without eating your weight in the staple sandwich. There is a city-wide rivalry between two restaurants, so you can be the judge and declare which one is best!

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Compare rival Philly cheesesteaks - Do you prefer Pat's or Geno's? To make it spicier—and very convenient—the restaurants are situated right across the street from one another. Make sure to come hungry.

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Go shopping on Black Friday - American commercialism is at its height the day after Thanksgiving. This shopping holiday has been dubbed Black Friday.

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Go shopping on Black Friday - Shoppers will camp outside of malls just waiting to fight for the best sales. Warning: it can get dangerous.

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Gamble in Las Vegas - It may be a cliché, but everyone needs to gamble in Las Vegas at least once in their life.

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Gamble in Las Vegas - Roll the dice, play your cards right, and you may just leave richer than you came.

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Listen to live jazz in New Orleans - When you head to a jazz club in New Orleans, you won't be able to help snapping your fingers and jiving to the beat.

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Listen to live jazz in New Orleans - Since the party never stops in "The Big Easy," you can sit back and listen to smooth jazz all night long.

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Taste wines in Napa Valley - Head to California for the ultimate wine weekend. Napa Valley is known for gorgeous vineyards and perfectly aged wine. 

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Taste wines in Napa Valley - With an abundance of variations to choose from, you'll never want to leave the iconic wine region.

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Tailgate at the Grove at Ole Miss - It's true that Americans take football very seriously, however, the pre-game tailgate might be equally as important, especially at this park in Oxford, MS.

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Tailgate at the Grove at Ole Miss - Community members, visitors, and students alike all congregate in the parking lot to barbecue, drink beer, and get excited for the game.

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See fish fly at Pike Place Market - Pike Place Market is a Seattle treasure. The 110-year-old farmer's market is full of artisan foods, flowers, and fishmongers—who may as well be performers.

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See fish fly at Pike Place Market - Before they wrap up the catch of the day, the fishmongers will throw, flip, and twirl your trout. 

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Take a road trip on Route 66 - The best way to travel through America is by car. Grab some friends and family and plan a road trip down historic Route 66.

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Take a road trip on Route 66 - Roll down the windows, crank up the music, and enjoy the wide-open roads of this iconic American highway.

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Eat soul food in the South - Head to the South for some good home cookin'.  It may sound like a surprising combination, but fluffy waffles with crispy fried chicken is a meal made in heaven.

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Eat soul food in the South - Jambalaya is uniquely American because it's a dish that is influenced by two different cultures. Fried rice, meat, and vegetables come together to make one incredibly tasty meal.

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