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Expedia Travelers Rank The USA’s Friendliest Cities Of 2021

After a year in which vacations were few or far between, what better way to ease back into traveling than by choosing a town where you’re sure to receive a warm welcome? As travelers begin to plan their spring and summer getaways, Expedia.comĀ® is helping narrow down the possibilities by ranking the friendliest towns and cities for 2021.

20 of the Top Friendliest Cities in the U.S. (plus, what to do) according to Expedia users include:

  1. Whitefish, MontanaĀ A gateway to Glacier National Park, outdoor enthusiasts will loveĀ the outdoorsy delights this Montana townĀ offers
  2. Sister Bay, WisconsinĀ This charming small townĀ is fit for boaters and fisherman alike
  3. Manitou Springs, Colorado Art lovers will enjoy the galleries, restaurants and boutiques in Manitou Springs, and can even spring for a hot air balloon ride
  4. Easton, MarylandĀ Relax at a quaint, small-town Inn
  5. Lihue, Hawaii Nothing beats a picturesque townĀ amid sweeping, green valleys, with excellent views of the Pacific Ocean
  6. Sierra Vista, Arizona A sunny escape, this southeastern Arizona cityĀ is considered the Hummingbird Capital of the U.S.
  7. Kennebunkport, MaineĀ It’s that coastal town beach escapeĀ you’ve always dreamed of
  8. Chincoteague, VirginiaĀ Book your island getawayĀ to explore beaches and see wild Chincoteague ponies
  9. Ogunquit, MaineĀ Explore Maine’s southern coast, rifeĀ with sandy beaches and grassy dunes
  10. Provincetown, MassachusettsĀ Ease your mind in a boutique hotelĀ located on the Northern tip of Cape Cod
  11. Carolina Beach, North CarolinaĀ Hit the waves and charter a private sailboatĀ or wildlife watching cruise
  12. Kahului, HawaiiĀ Waterfall and rainforest tours await
  13. Alamogordo, New Mexico The closest baseĀ for visiting White Sands National Park
  14. Manhattan, New YorkĀ Eat, drink and take on the Big Apple
  15. KapaŹ»a,Ā HawaiiĀ ForĀ the adventure seeker ready for off-road adventures and sweeping views
  16. Bar Harbor, MaineĀ AdventureĀ in Acadia National Park
  17. Grants Pass, OregonĀ Shop a local, vintage boutique or visit the wineries and vineyards in this Pacific Northwest town
  18. Deadwood, South DakotaĀ Calling all history buffs! Visit this townĀ toĀ for its scenic surroundings and discover why it’s been named a National Historic Landmark
  19. Hilo, HawaiiĀ Explore the Big IslandĀ with sunsets and stargazing, cultural tours or helicopter rides
  20. Aspen, ColoradoĀ Get an “altitude” adjustment with ski and snowboard rental packages, snowshoeing and more

In addition to promising the friendliest experience, these outdoorsy, beachy and small-town destinations are right in line with Expedia’s spring and summer 2021 travel trends as travelers look for socially distanced options and domestic beach escapes. For more on this trend which began during 2020, check out the Expedia 2021 Trends Report.

Plus ā€“ now’s a great time to book and save 20% on select hotels with the Expedia Spring Sale happening now through March 31.

Tips for travelers:

  • Check restrictions including testing requirements, stay-at-home orders, and quarantine requirements for both local and national destinations before you go.
  • Review safety measures on Expedia.com by using the “Enhanced Cleaning” filter to narrow search results including improved cleaning, contactless check-in, social distancing and more.
  • Choose flexibility by filtering for “free cancellation” or “reserve now, pay later” and making sure to select a refundable room type.

About Expedia.com

Expedia.comĀ® is one of the world’s largest full-service travel sites, helping millions of travelers per month easily plan and book travel. Expedia.com (https://www.expedia.com/, 1-800-EXPEDIA) aims to provide the latest technology and the widest selection of top vacation destinations, affordable airfare, hotel deals, car rentals, destination weddings, cruise deals and in-destination activities, attractions, services and travel apps.

Ā© 2021 Expedia, Inc.,Ā an Expedia Group company.Ā  All rights reserved.Ā  Expedia and the Airplane logo are trademarks of Expedia, Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. CST# 2029030-50.

Visit our web siteĀ https://www.expedia.com/Ā or use our mobile app to book flights and hotels.

*Friendliest Cities list based on cities and towns with the highest percentage of positive traveler reviews mentioning words like “friendly, friendliest, amiable” from January 2019 ā€“ December 2020.

 

SOURCE Expedia.com



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