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Whether you’re a local looking for a long weekend escape, or a visitor looking to explore, Lonely Planet’s Trips series offers the best itineraries – and makes it easy to plan the perfect trip time and again.

Everyone knows road-tripping is the ultimate way to experience the USA. You can drive up, down, across, around or straight through every state on the continental map. We’re here to help you narrow down the options. Whether you’re on a quest for that perfect Pacific Northwest microbrewery pint, fresh lobster right off the boat in Maine or the coolest classic all-night diners in New Jersey, we’ve got you covered. Our authors drove, paddled, walked, cycled, rode the rails and hopped buses all across the country to bring you their 99 favorite trips across the US.

This eBook-only offering is an excerpt of Lonely Planet’s USA’s Best Trips, which includes 99 themed itineraries across America. The trip chosen for this eBook includes:

• Activities for every interest, from strolling through the French Quarter to experiencing live New Orleans jazz to learning about the history of Mardi Gras at Presbytere • Food & drink for every taste, from beignets, po’boys and oysters to cocktails at Bourbon Street’s most historic watering hole • Hotel recommendations range from painterly rooms at Degas’ House to sexy, modern accommodations with dazzling rooftop views • Easy-to-use map for your trip

Lonely Planet’s USA’s Best Trips is written and researched by Sara Benson, Amy Balfour, Alison Bing, Becca Blond, Jennifer Denniston, Lisa Dunford, Alex Leviton, David Ozanich, Danny Palmerlee, Brandon Presser and Karla Zimmerman. Check out Lonely Planet’s other eBook guides including USA’s Best Trips, Washington, Oregon & Pacific Northwest, Best California Trips and more.