Lives In
Pittsburgh, PA
Education
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Expertise
Trip researching, itinerary planning, been to almost all 50 states
Experience
Amanda started Scenic States as a resource for anyone looking to travel around the US, especially those ambitious enough to join her in visiting all 50 states. She’s been to 41 states so far, has driven across the country in a minivan, and gets out to travel as much as she possibly can.
Amanda’s friends and family all ask here “where should we go?” or “what should we do?” and thus the idea of Scenic States was born. She wanted to share with the world her experiences and recommendations from places that she has been and seen.
Amanda loves nothing more than to inspire others to get out and see the world and she hopes Scenic States will help people get out and explore more.
In 2018, New York City welcomed over 65 million tourists from all over the country and the world. The major spots and attractions that these visitors visited include Central Park, Times Square, the Empire State Building, Ellis Island, the Statue of Liberty, and Coney Island. While you definitely need to visit these popular sites at
If you’re planning to go to far destinations with undiscovered islands and off-the-beaten paths, here’s my top 17 exotic US vacation spots!
If you’ve ever had a Juicy Lucy before (and that telltale tongue burn), you know this is one burger you can never get enough of. But did you know that this is a Minnesotan innovation? The Land of 10,000 Lakes is also the home of the Juicy Lucy, and you’ve never really had a Juicy
When you hear Gettysburg, your mind probably goes to “Gettysburg Address” or “Battle Of Gettysburg” automatically (I know mine does). There’s no doubt that Gettysburg is steeped in history and has played a huge role in shaping the United States. But there’s more to Gettysburg than its historical role. There’s plenty of things to do
While many people tend to think of Napa Valley when you mention wine country, they’d be remiss to think it’s the best and only option for wine tours in the US. Missouri might seem like a strange location for a wine capital, but the Hermann Wine Trail (located between Hermann and Haven, Missouri) proves it
Newport’s Gilded Age mansions are a huge part of our architectural heritage. Here are the best Newport, RI mansions to tour and visit.
Known as the Magic City, Miami has been a major international port and a gateway for immigrants, especially those from Latin America, for more than 4 centuries. From Miami’s unique multicultural neighborhoods to Miami Beach’s beautiful beaches, traveling here for a few days or more makes for a memorable trip. In today’s post, I list
The Big Easy has more to offer than Mardi Gras and voodoo; it can spark romance, too. Here are fun things to do in New Orleans for couples.
Nestled in the picturesque Ouachita Mountains, sits the 150-year-old city of Hot Springs, Arkansas. Historically, the city had been a haven for outlaws, gamblers, and tourists alike, owing to the fabled curative waters of the geothermal springs dotted throughout, which have drawn people from many different walks of life. Hot Springs used to be known
In the 200 years since its founding, San Francisco, California has been through a lot of changes in its culture, economy, and geology: a gold rush, a world war, the Summer of Love, the Gay Liberation Movement, the dot-com boom and crash, and multiple earthquakes and reconstructions in between. The result is a liberal city