50 Authentic American Experiences 2009

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Road Trips

We scoured the country to find places, things and activities that speak to the real America. Some of them are fairly obscure; some of them are not. But they're all fun and diverse, and reveal the genuine U.S. More »

Authentic America: Wildwood, New Jersey

For an authentic American experience in New Jersey, TIME recommends the beaches, boardwalk and doo-wop motels of Wildwood More »
Authentic America: Martin Guitar

For an Authentic American Experience in Pennsylvania, TIME suggests a tour of the famous Martin Guitar factory in the town of Nazareth More »
Authentic America: Chicken S___ Bingo

For an Authentic American Experience in Texas, TIME suggests a visit to Ginny's Little Longhorn for a game of chicken s___ bingo More »
50 American Experiences 2008

Unique places and activities you might not have considered the last time you traveled More »