If you’re anywhere near Roswell, New Mexico, you’re sure to know all about it quickly. Thanks to a 1947 weather balloon crash, theories of alien UFOs, abductions, experiments, and much more are still leaping across the world. Now the town is little more than a huge tourist attraction and alien enthusiast sanctuary.
Everything is alien or space-themed, and everyone who spends any amount of time there is sure to be crazy for the grays and greens of classic science-fiction stories. If you’re just passing through, be sure to do it quickly.
It's Just a Big Sign, People
There's lots of famous stuff in Tinseltown, from legendary movie lots to theme parks and the chance to spot an A-lister just walking down the street. The Hollywood sign may be iconic, but it's illegal to get too close – it's actually privately owned by a non-profit. You can hike up to it, and take some pictures, but that's about it.
It's an interesting view to see from afar, but your time in Hollywood will best be spent at the world-famous attractions like museums, restaurants, and shopping centers.
Over-development, the Modern Scourge
You might not notice it, but Hawaii is a place for lots of tourists. There's lots of amazing stuff to do, but Waikiki Beach – possibly one of the most famous stretches of sandy beach and beautiful water the island chain possesses, might be a place to avoid.
It's brimming with luxury hotels, pricey shops, and chain restaurants, all of which can be found in lots of other places, places you didn't have to fly to. Visitors are recommended to instead visit the Na Pali Coast in Kauai, Lanai Lookout in Oahu, or Pipiwai Trail in Maui.
Stereotypical and Boring
Orlando is a theme-park lover's paradise, and Walt Disney World has some of the best and biggest. Epcot, however, is destined to be underwhelming. It has two sections – Future World and World Showcase – which showcase different countries, including food and drink.
There aren't that many rides, and visitors sometimes think the different countries are ham-fisted stereotypes. Owing to the fact there are lots of better options in close vicinity, it's suggested you skip this theme park, and instead opt for Magic Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood Studios, or Disney's Animal Kingdom.
America's Noisiest Mall
The Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota has been the United States' biggest indoor mall since it opened in 1992. It has over five hundred stores, an immense indoor theme park, an aquarium, play places, food courts, and even a movie theater. There's a lot that might attract a person, but plenty to overload, as well.
Its immense size allows a huge amount of people, many of them tourists. The theme park is loud, there are daily events, and all the other sensory information can sometimes make one dizzy (but if you do go, check out the Lego store. It's incredible).