Missouri-went there 2 years ago. What a wonderful surprise that state was. Picked it because we had never been there. Went to Eureka Springs, St Louis, Dogwood Park, Springfield Johnny Morris aquarium-the BEST! Didnt like Branson, but went to 2 shows there. Went to several rivers where people go to for swimming. Went to 2 state parks that were pretty but not much to do there and the towns near them were very tiny with nothing to do. That trip was one I recommend a lot.
ANother is Oregon-the fruit loop and on the ocean-Golden Beach is Jerrys boats-bestever boat ride. Amazing how the Oregon coast dont seem to appreciate how beautiful it is. I get that its too cold to swim in, but the views!
We just retired. WHen working we would travel by plane and then we had 3 weeks to travel. We have been very fortunate in many travels that were beyond great. I put probably 50-70 hours into each trip just checking things out and booking.