The 10 Best US Travel Gems of 2015

For lovers of small-town charm and natural beauty, Western South Dakota is the perfect place to visit. With sprawling grasslands where buffalo and wild horses roam, the area is an idyllic representation of America. Mount Rushmore attracts millions annually, and Custer and Badlands State Parks can't be missed.

Western South Dakota is loaded with American history, so visit Indian reservations, battle sites, and memorials, like the famous Crazy Horse mountain carving. For machine-loving travelers, plan your trip to fall during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, and join 500,000 bikers for the ride of a lifetime.