If you are like many Americans, one of your New Year’s resolutions might be to get healthier this year. This may be through eating right, exercising or just trying to lose weight. Going on vacation can play an huge part in this. You may be surprised to find that some states are healthier than others when it comes to certain areas such as the health of their residents as well as the health related activities they offer. If you are looking to get healthy in 2018, consider visiting one of these “healthy” states below.
Massachusetts
For those that love the outdoors, they won’t find themselves board in Massachusetts. With everything from beaches to mountains, there’s a whole host of things to do. Visitors can visit the Freedom Trail which features 2.5 miles of 16 different historically significant sites. Another site worth visiting is the The Mayflower II and Plymouth Plantation. Visitors will feel as if they’ve stepped back into the 17th century with the costumed interpreters and the early colonial America activities and demonstrations. Many visitors come to Massachusetts just to see Martha’s Vineyard. Located only around 5 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, there are six towns here that feature protected water, sand bluffs and lighthouses.
Hawaii
Despite technically being part of the United States, Hawaii is very different than any other state that you’ve ever visited. There really is no other place like Hawaii with it’s volcanoes, beaches and friendly locals. Those who visit here should take the time to learn to hula. Not only is it fun, but a great way to fit in some physical activity. Hawaii is also home to The Palace. It is the former home to a royal family and is now a historic landmark that can be visited. For cat lovers, they must visit the Lanai Cat Sanctuary. This open air facility houses hundreds of cats that are eager to play or curl up on the lap of visitors.
Vermont
One of the things that makes Vermont unique is that it has over 100 covered bridges. If you can visit just one of them, head over to the Windsor-Cornish Bridge. It spans such a long distance that it will take you all the way to New Hampshire. A fun place to visit while in Vermont is the Ben & Jerry’s Factory. Here you can see how this ice cream company began and even sample the daily special. To fit in some history while in Vermont, The President Calvin Coolidge State Historic Site is very educational. It features his birthplace and other sites relevant to his youth such as a schoolhouse and a general store that his father managed.
Utah
While in Utah you must visit a national park. There are five national parks located here including Zion and Arches national park. The Springville Museum of Art is also worth a visit as it has over 2,000 different works. These include around 1,500 creations by Utah residents. Those with kids will have a lot of fun at the Wheeler Historic Farm. It features tours of the onsite historic house as well as wagon rides and a variety of different activities throughout the year including a pumpkin patch and maze.
Connecticut
The state of Connecticut is a great place for foodies to visit. Here you can try some of the best seafood in the northeast. It’s also known for the historical home of Mark Twain. Visitors can see his personal library, Billiard Room and numerous different exhibits. For those looking for an adventure while in Connecticut, Brownstone Exploration & Discovery Park is home to a variety of activities like cliff jumping, zip lining and rock climbing.
