The Best Memorial Day Travel Destinations In The U.S. 1. Arlington, Virginia Paying respect to fallen soldiers, the National Cemetery is where Memorial Day began in 1868. Watch over 1,000 soldiers place over 230,00 flags on every grave. Wrap yourself in the nation's biggest Memorial Day parade. 2. Bar Harbor, Maine Sitting on the edge of Acadia National Park, scenic forested trails overlook the ocean. Get up early and watch the sun rise at one of the easternmost points in the U.S. 3. Big Bear Lake, California Rest assured, the rain can't keep you inside during any trip to Big Bear. It's sun-soaked for an average of 286 days out of the year, according to Sperling's Best Place. No rain, no ruined Memorial Day getaway. Dive right in! 4. Nantucket, Massachusetts Nantucket is one of the most charming places in the U.S. Bike around the beach or grab a boat
for the day. And of course, savor their heavenly fresh lobster rolls. 5. The Catskills, New York Rejuvenated lodging has the area
buzzing again. Take advantage of nature's offerings by hiking and fly-fishing. Revel in the history of nearby Bethel, home to the 1969 Woodstock Festival.