Mar, I think you are a bit confused. The millions of people who are packing to move to L.A. at the beginning of every year are, in fact, illegal immigrants from Mexico, not Americans.

Oh, and for the record, L.A., and the surrounding area, was not in the top ten for population growth between 1990 and 2000. Vegas has been the fastest growing city with an average of 71,000 new residents per year. Quite a bit under 1 million a year, wouldn't you say.

I have traveled a lot and rarely find places that are truly disappointing. However, we stopped in Colorado Springs on our honeymoon and were disappointed. It was run down and touristy. I didn't think there could actually be a bad place in a state with such natural beauty. Boy, was I wrong. The only thing that saved that stop was a nice BB, however it was horribly overpriced.

The second disappointment was Texas, specifically Dallas. I can honestly say it was the people. The ones we encountered were RUDE. I'm not saying all Texins are rude by any means, but the people we saw were. I would not go back if at all possible, however there are rude people everywhere unfortunately.

I am really surprised to read that someone disliked the Cayman Islands. True, they are touristy if you're actually in town in the tourist areas. However of the beaten track, the island is very interesting. The most amazing thing is the snorkeling! I have never seen anything like it!!! The people are very friendly, too.

Katie, you were disappointed with the drive between Quebec City and Montreal because you had been to the Rockies and Alaska and expected it to be like that??? Umm, maybe you should look at a map, but Quebec and Montreal are nowhere near the Rockies or Alaska. This is like saying you were disappointed in the scenery between Des Moines and Lincoln because you'd been to Lake Tahoe and Hilo and expected it to be like that.

I think whatever someone's reasons for a trip being a disappointment is irrelavant. A disappointment is a disappointment.

What a contribution you have provided to this discussion, Mary.

Having ridden the rails for the best of 40 years, I think I can be considered something of an expert in this field. There are a few cities in the US that sink to an class of low-ness that none others can approach. These are the cities where you need to cover your children's eyes as you pass through. You need to hide your women. You roll up your windows for fear of breathing the air. They are, in this order...

1) Detroit
2) Detroit (really, it's that bad, folks)
3) Ashville, NC
4) Philly
5) Amarillo, TX

Why thank you.

Why is Philly so bad? I have plans to go there soon and I haven't heard much good about it.

Nothing is wrong with Phila.

As with all cities, there are areas that are less than attractive and I often wonder if those who rank on Philly do so based upon those areas. (for example, the Zoo is not in the best area, nor is old Vets stadium).

However, the city has much to offer, as it has some fantastic old architecture (city hall, the art museum) and some great parks (Rittenhouse square), and some great historic attractions (the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall).

You will enjoy your visit.

Mexico any part of it. The poverty is depressing. The food is mediocore. Not worth the always expensive and time consuming airfare from NY.

and I did try twice....never again.

Funny cosmo,

I do not understand how you could say that San Jose is not cosmopolitan just based on the existence of chains. San Francisco and New York City have lots of chains too, but that does not preclude them from being cosmopolitan cities. All American cities have chain restaurants and stores. What makes a place cosmopolitan is ethnic diversity, culture such as museums, ballet, opera, theater, etc, top quality dining, parks, a highly educated workforce and the like. San Jose posesses all of these qualites. The dotcom industry is cyclical just like any other busines and it will come back. There is a lot more to San Jose's economy than just high tech.

Funny cosmo,

I do not understand how you could say that San Jose is not cosmopolitan just based on the existence of chains. San Francisco and New York City have lots of chains too, but that does not preclude them from being cosmopolitan cities. All American cities have chain restaurants and stores. What makes a place cosmopolitan is ethnic diversity, culture such as museums, ballet, opera, theater, etc, top quality dining, parks, a highly educated workforce and the like. San Jose posesses all of these qualites. The dotcom industry is cyclical just like any other business and it will come back. There is a lot more to San Jose's economy than just high tech.

Please get off the San Jose good/bad argument. I think I speak for everyone when I say we are sick of it.

I've never had a disappointing travel destination. I guess it's because my husband and I have a good time together no matter where we are. We make it a fun time. If the hotel sucks, we change hotels or rooms, or stay out sightseeing more. If there's a lot of tackiness, we take it in, and try to meet the locals and just have a good time with all the tackiness, and let our hair down. If there's not as much to do, we get some wine and beer and go somewhere (by the beach, to a park, back to the hotel, wherever) and have a drink and a good time. We haven't been anywhere I'd totally rule out going to again. I don't really travel for an idyllic place; we travel to see how other people live, and to experience other places, with each other. I think it's the company that counts!

Most of my trips have been to cities. I love exploring cities so much, the architecture, the neighborhoods, the interesting "finds". So, in general, I am very happy with the places I go (even Baltimore and Philly which many others seem to be unimpressed with).

That having been said, my biggest disappointment was Seattle. I LOVE Portland so much and Vancouver is beautiful and funky. But I was unimpressed with Seattle. Yes, Capitol Hill (is that the name?) was interesting and so were some of the areas near it. But in general I found the city empty and soulless.

Now, it might have to do with the fact that I didn't plan the trip myself. I let someone else do the planning and decide where we went. We probably spent too much time in boring touristy areas. I'm not saying I didn't have a good time. But overall, Seattle is not high on my list for places to visit again.

Can someone tell me what I missed?

i am a travelling uk resident places i would avoid
staying in london
malta dirty in a 60s time warp
venice smells
wales ugh!
gatlinburg
pigeon forge
orlando
myrtyle beach
clearwater
memphis wot a dump
panama city
But give the yanks some credit
savanahh
townend ten.
charleston
big sur
death valley
yosemite
naples fl.
northen georgia beautiful

#1 Worst Place is Jamacia! I like most places that I visit. I don't like Atlanta GA. mainly because it is a big city. Nashville, Tenn. is dirty and polluted. I like every beach area except Jamacia, even Myrtle Beach. That is if I stay south at Litchfield By the Sea. The main area of Myrtle Beach is crowded and very redneck. Orlando is too crowded, but I don't hate it. Florida is a waste if you spend it at Disney World instead of the beach. My favorite places are Grand Cayman, Maui, and Kauai, and Naples, Fla.

ALASKA

booorrring.

Montana is pretty depressing!

NY is a wonderful experience.. Tour the city........as well as upstate, It is beautiful. I also love Pennsyvania!!!!!!!!!!!!!
worst states:
Idaho
California
Iowa
Massachusetts