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Congratulations to our 2010 Winners!Editor’s Note: The Viator Traveler Awards is an annual awards competition where we let our travelers select the Top 25 Things to Do in each of the major regions we serve.
Each year the awards culminate in the Viator Top 50 Travel Destinations, where we list the top 50 destinations as selected by our users.
Welcome to the 2010 Viator Traveler Awards: USA & Canada edition! We’ve combined input from traveler reviews and photos, data from the millions of travelers who visit Viator.com each year, plus data on what tours and things to do in the USA and Canada generated the most bookings in 2010, in order to crown the Top 25 Things to Do for 2010!
Keep checking back over the next few weeks as we announce the full set of 2010 Viator Traveler Awards, our annual list of the world’s Top 50 Travel Destinations and our annual selection of Top 10 Travel Photos.
#1 in 2010? The Grand Canyon!This year’s most popular destinations were Las Vegas and New York. Travelers sought the great-outdoors like never before, visiting the Niagara Falls and the Grand Canyon in droves. Washington DC and San Francisco also earned top spots this year. We also spotted one major trend this year: helicopter tours made a big gain in popularity. Whether it was flying past the Empire State Building on a New York helicopter tour, or into the Grand Canyon on a helicopter tour from Las Vegas, Viator’s travelers took to the skies in 2010 like never before. Here’s the complete list of top things to do in the USA and Canada for 2010:
25. Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York, New York City, New York
It’s sights A-Go-Go on this helicopter tour through the Big Apple as you soar above the Chrysler Building, Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island.
24. Alcatraz and San Francisco City Tour, San Francisco, California
Drive along San Francisco’s waterfront, taking in the excellent views of Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, and North Beach. Then, take the ferry to Alcatraz, where the world’s most notorious mobsters once lived.
23. Washington DC Guided Day Tour, Washington DC
Cruise through the capital on bus and by foot, stopping at the Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, and the White House.
22. Empire State Building Tickets, New York City, New York
Take the Express Pass to the top of the Empire State Building for spectacular views of Manhattan including Central Park, Times Square, the Flatiron Building, Brooklyn Bridge, Chrysler Building and the Statue of Liberty.
21. Vancouver to Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour, Vancouver, Canada
Enjoy your cruise to Vancouver Island Cruise and explore Victoria, the capital city of British Columbia, including world-famous Butchart Gardens and Royal British Columbia Museum, Miniature World or Bug Zoo.
#21 - The world famous Butchart Gardens in Victoria20. Quebec City and Montmorency Falls Day Trip from Montreal, Montreal, Canada
Discover the charm and old-world atmosphere of Quebec City with its narrow streets, steep hills and numerous historical treasures, then cruise the Louis Jolliet and enjoy views of magnificent Montmorency Falls.
19. New York City Hop-on Hop-off Tour, New York City, New York
Design your own itinerary of Manhattan, Brooklyn and Harlem. Includes Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island ferry, Night Tour, Harbor Cruise, and either the Top of the Rock Observation Deck, or the Empire State Building.
18. New York Dinner Cruise with Buffet, New York City, New York
An amazing way to experience Manhattan nightlife, three fabulous hours on New York Harbor! Dine on a delicious dinner, enjoy a beautiful view of the New York skyline and dance the night away in the nightclub!
17. Skip the Line: Front of Line Pass at Universal Studios Hollywood, Los Angeles
Go behind the scenes on the legendary Studio Tour to learn the secrets of your favorite Hollywood movies and get the best seats in the house at all the Universal Studios Hollywood shows and attractions.
16. New York Manhattan Scenic Helicopter Tour, New York City, New York
Fly over Central Park, check out the George Washington Bridge and enjoy amazing views of bustling Times Square and the world-famous Madison Square Garden. The perfect way to view the New York skyline!
#16 - Helicopters offer unbeatable views of New York City landmarks15. Washington DC Day Trip from New York, New York City, New York
Drive down to DC from New York and make stops at the Capitol, White House, Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, and the Lincoln Memorial.
14. Skip the Line: Grand Canyon Skywalk Express Helicopter Tour, Las Vegas, Nevada
Fly from Vegas to the Grand Canyon, enjoying stunning views of Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam before stopping at the Grand Canyon Skywalk, a glass bridge suspended 4,000 feet above the canyon’s floor.
13. Grand Canyon West Rim Deluxe Sunset Helicopter Tour, Las Vegas, Nevada
Fly over the Grand Canyon and Las Vegas Strip in a helicopter, and as the sun sets, enjoy a champagne picnic on this magical tour.
12. Las Vegas Night Strip Helicopter Tour, Las Vegas, Nevada
Take off through the sky in a helicopter and allow the dazzling sights of Vegas to light-up your evening.
#12 - See the lights of the Strip on a flight over Las Vegas11. New York CityPass, New York City, New York
Explore New York City’s museums, the Empire State Building, and Statue of Liberty with the New York City Pass.
10. Grand Canyon West Rim VIP Helicopter Tour from Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada
Swoop into the Grand Canyon on this helicopter tour and enjoy the panoramic views of Lake Mead, Iceberg Canyon, and the Valley of Fire.
9. Manhattan Sky Tour: New York Helicopter Flight, New York City, New York
Fly over Ground Zero, the Statue of Liberty, and New York’s famous skyline on this helicopter tour.
8. Grand Canyon West Rim Day Trip by Coach, Helicopter and Boat with Optional Skywalk, Las Vegas, Nevada
Journey through the Grand Canyon’s West Rim in a helicopter, cruise along the Colorado River by boat, then dine on a cowboy cookout at the Hualapai Ranch.
7. New York Dinner Cruise, New York City, New York
Cruise along the Hudson and pass the Empire State and Chrysler Building as dinner is served to you with the Manhattan skyline as your backdrop.
6. Grand Canyon Helicopter and Ranch Adventure, Las Vegas, Nevada
Sail through the Grand Canyon by air, then travel to the historic Grand Canyon West Ranch on a horse-drawn wagon.
#3 - Feel the rush of Niagara Falls5. New York in One Day Sightseeing Tour, New York City, New York
Shuttle through New York’s Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and Central Park as an experienced guide leads you through the Big Apple.
4. Grand Canyon and Hoover Dam Day Trip from Las Vegas with Optional Skywalk, Las Vegas, Nevada
Enjoy 360-degree views from the Grand Canyon Skywalk, Native American history and culture at the Eagle Point Indian Village, and spectacular views of the Colorado River on this driving tour.
3. Niagara Falls Day Trip from New York by Air, New York City, New York
Enjoy a cruise through the foaming waters of Niagara Falls and get close enough to this natural wonder to feel the mist against your skin.
2. Ultimate Grand Canyon 4-in-1 Helicopter Tour, Las Vegas, Nevada
Ride a limousine, fly by plane, then by helicopter, and finally ride by shuttle bus to explore the Grand Canyon’s West Rim at every angle.
1. Grand Canyon All American Helicopter Tour, Las Vegas, Nevada
Fly by helicopter to the Grand Canyon and enjoy a champagne picnic after landing 3,200 feet below the rim! This is the 2nd year running that the All American Grand Canyon helicopter tour has topped our list. And that is no small feat. So congratulations!
It's easy to see why people love this tour of the Grand Canyon from Las Vegas!That’s Viator’s list of the Top 25 tours and things to do in the USA and Canada for 2010. Stay tuned for more lists in the coming days, to help you plan your next trip across the globe. Let us know what you think, tell us about your own travel experiences, and most important of all - happy travels in 2011!
-The Viator Travel Team
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