50 Travel Destinations Every American Simply Must Visit In Their Lifetime

28. ​​Big Sur – California

Big Sur is a rugged stretch of California’s central coast that is perfect for the nature lover in everyone. You can witness both land and sea animals that you wouldn’t usually be privy to, like condors, sea otters, seals, and even whales. It has become an escape for artists and writers looking for inspiration from the land around them. With 875,000 acres of nature to explore and hike through, you’re bound to find something to inspire the artist within you.