these slogans say a lot about their
states start your journey at North
Dakota legendary calm welcome to
watchmojo.com and today we’re counting
down our picks for the top 10 best state
slogans for this list we’re strictly
ranking slogans from US states whether
they’re official or not note also that
American states generate slogans to
encourage tourism and as any form of
advertisement does these slogans have
changed over time
additionally slogans should not be
confused with a state’s motto like New
Hampshire’s Live Free or Die
you take that limb freediving will do
friggin serious number 10 enter a higher
state Colorado we want to wake up with a
smile we want every day to feel like an
opportunity Colorado has long been proud
of its beautiful nature as this state
spends a wonderful portion of the Rocky
Mountains if you like skiing hiking or
rock climbing this state has got a lot
going on for the outdoorsy types beyond
this city life in the state’s capital
Denver is phenomenal and Colorado is
quickly becoming recognized for its
microbrewing scene as well as its recent
legalization of marijuana which gives
new meaning to the slogan if you catch
our drift whatever the nature of your
visit
the slogan enter a higher state
definitely sells Colorado in a positive
light where everyone is proud to call
this place home
number 9 wild and wonderful West
Virginia West Virginia is in the heart
of the Appalachian Mountains and is
often seen on the front lines of
environmental struggles most of which
stem from the pollution caused by the
state’s historic coal mining operations
coal companies have taken billions in
profit out of the mountain with an
emphasis on its environment wild and
wonderful cells that state’s natural
beauty and stunning sights such as the
New River Gorge West Virginia is truly a
hidden American gem that is well worth a
visit and a John Denver’s on
[Music]
Oh
country
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number eight great potatoes tasty
destinations Idaho seriously what more
do they need to say this date is known
for growing some truly great potatoes
and partially as a result as some
exceptionally tasty destinations to boot
in Boise Idaho where real-deal bass took
it means marinated pork chicken
croquette Dez bland Idaho slogan sticks
to what it knows best and it’s
definitely not under selling the state’s
draw just the word Idaho instantly
brings their delicious spuds to mind
we love the slogan for its direct
message and brutal honesty and for being
the most straightforward slogan on our
list I don’t think people realize it but
potatoes are probably one of one or two
things that a human being can actually
survive on number seven beyond your
dreams within your reach Alaska since
it’s not directly connected to the lower
48 of the USA Alaska is often thought of
as beyond many Americans reach as you
have to fly or take a boat there or
drive through Canada as such Alaska is
America’s last frontier
and no wonder it has a ruggedly
beautiful natural environment and
exceptionally cold winters while it
takes a bit of planning to get to it is
definitely reachable and this Logan
hooks you in
number six unbridled spirit Kentucky
while the slogan unbridled spirit can be
linked to Kentucky’s association with
horse-racing this state is known for
much more than its internationally
recognized Kentucky Derby in Louisville
Kentucky has a wide range of historical
sites to visit towns to see and natural
sights to experience furthermore this is
the proper homeland of bourbon whiskey
which this state has a fine appreciation
for with such a wide range of great
things kentucky slogan is all the more
endearing Kentucky come discover our
unbridled spirit number five Sunshine
State Florida Florida has been known as
the Sunshine State for quite some time
and this slogan appropriately embraces
that moniker by keeping things as simple
and obvious as possible as such it’s a
great state to visit due to natural
sites such as Everglades National Park
historic sites such as st. Augustine and
island getaway is like Key West
especially when the Sun is out don’t
forget it’s many amusement parks such as
Walt Disney World or Universal Studios
and it’s Harry Potter theme park whether
you’re in tampa orlando or miami you’re
going to feel the sunshine unforgettable
journey only scratch the surface number
four Georgia on my mind
Georgia Georgia’s slogan is derived from
the eponymously named song made famous
by Ray Charles in 1960 though stewart
gore l and Hoagy Carmichael wrote the
tune back in 1930 Georgia is a
stunningly beautiful state that
definitely attracts a diverse range of
tourists and residents with Georgia on
our minds we can certainly think of some
great cities to visit like Atlanta or
Savannah Georgia’s southern charm makes
it all the more appealing
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Oh
number three Virginia is for lovers
Virginia this state’s original slogan
alternated between Virginia is for
history lovers Virginia is for beach
lovers and so forth however the state
settled on a uniform slogan in 1969 and
Virginia hasn’t stopped using it since
and why not some of the state’s greatest
historical figures were well known for
their romantic lives including the
stories revolving around Pocahontas and
John Smith at Jamestown as well as
Thomas Jefferson’s famous obsessions
Virginia is great for beaches mountains
history and of course love to keep love
in Virginia who must all do our part
number two Big Sky Country Montana also
known as the last best place Montana is
unashamedly proud of its wintery beauty
the state pushes this to the forefront
of its tourism campaigns unlike other
states that try to emphasize the warmth
as much as the cold but whether you
enjoy the heat or cooler temperatures
Big Sky Country as Montana is
affectionately known offers a lot to do
and its outdoor activities offer
stunning natural backdrops throughout
the state
before we unveil our number one pick
here are some honorable mentions
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number one it’s like a whole other
country Texas despite its location Texas
is unlike anywhere else in the u.s. it’s
not quite like the rest of the south and
it’s exceptionally different from the
Southwest at least culturally and
historically speaking but the inherent
uniqueness of Texas has a lot to offer
beyond delicious tex-mex food and
barbecue galore you’re just as likely to
encounter people speaking Spanish as you
are English also this slogan isn’t
kidding the Republic of Texas was its
own independent country between 1836 and
the mid 1840s though it became an
American state by the end of 1845 Texas
is truly like a whole other country do
you agree with our list what are your
favorite state slogans for more
excellent top 10s published every day be
sure to subscribe to watchmojo.com
Kansas as big as you think
[Music]
states start your journey at North
Dakota legendary calm welcome to
watchmojo.com and today we’re counting
down our picks for the top 10 best state
slogans for this list we’re strictly
ranking slogans from US states whether
they’re official or not note also that
American states generate slogans to
encourage tourism and as any form of
advertisement does these slogans have
changed over time
additionally slogans should not be
confused with a state’s motto like New
Hampshire’s Live Free or Die
you take that limb freediving will do
friggin serious number 10 enter a higher
state Colorado we want to wake up with a
smile we want every day to feel like an
opportunity Colorado has long been proud
of its beautiful nature as this state
spends a wonderful portion of the Rocky
Mountains if you like skiing hiking or
rock climbing this state has got a lot
going on for the outdoorsy types beyond
this city life in the state’s capital
Denver is phenomenal and Colorado is
quickly becoming recognized for its
microbrewing scene as well as its recent
legalization of marijuana which gives
new meaning to the slogan if you catch
our drift whatever the nature of your
visit
the slogan enter a higher state
definitely sells Colorado in a positive
light where everyone is proud to call
this place home
number 9 wild and wonderful West
Virginia West Virginia is in the heart
of the Appalachian Mountains and is
often seen on the front lines of
environmental struggles most of which
stem from the pollution caused by the
state’s historic coal mining operations
coal companies have taken billions in
profit out of the mountain with an
emphasis on its environment wild and
wonderful cells that state’s natural
beauty and stunning sights such as the
New River Gorge West Virginia is truly a
hidden American gem that is well worth a
visit and a John Denver’s on
[Music]
Oh
country
[Music]
number eight great potatoes tasty
destinations Idaho seriously what more
do they need to say this date is known
for growing some truly great potatoes
and partially as a result as some
exceptionally tasty destinations to boot
in Boise Idaho where real-deal bass took
it means marinated pork chicken
croquette Dez bland Idaho slogan sticks
to what it knows best and it’s
definitely not under selling the state’s
draw just the word Idaho instantly
brings their delicious spuds to mind
we love the slogan for its direct
message and brutal honesty and for being
the most straightforward slogan on our
list I don’t think people realize it but
potatoes are probably one of one or two
things that a human being can actually
survive on number seven beyond your
dreams within your reach Alaska since
it’s not directly connected to the lower
48 of the USA Alaska is often thought of
as beyond many Americans reach as you
have to fly or take a boat there or
drive through Canada as such Alaska is
America’s last frontier
and no wonder it has a ruggedly
beautiful natural environment and
exceptionally cold winters while it
takes a bit of planning to get to it is
definitely reachable and this Logan
hooks you in
number six unbridled spirit Kentucky
while the slogan unbridled spirit can be
linked to Kentucky’s association with
horse-racing this state is known for
much more than its internationally
recognized Kentucky Derby in Louisville
Kentucky has a wide range of historical
sites to visit towns to see and natural
sights to experience furthermore this is
the proper homeland of bourbon whiskey
which this state has a fine appreciation
for with such a wide range of great
things kentucky slogan is all the more
endearing Kentucky come discover our
unbridled spirit number five Sunshine
State Florida Florida has been known as
the Sunshine State for quite some time
and this slogan appropriately embraces
that moniker by keeping things as simple
and obvious as possible as such it’s a
great state to visit due to natural
sites such as Everglades National Park
historic sites such as st. Augustine and
island getaway is like Key West
especially when the Sun is out don’t
forget it’s many amusement parks such as
Walt Disney World or Universal Studios
and it’s Harry Potter theme park whether
you’re in tampa orlando or miami you’re
going to feel the sunshine unforgettable
journey only scratch the surface number
four Georgia on my mind
Georgia Georgia’s slogan is derived from
the eponymously named song made famous
by Ray Charles in 1960 though stewart
gore l and Hoagy Carmichael wrote the
tune back in 1930 Georgia is a
stunningly beautiful state that
definitely attracts a diverse range of
tourists and residents with Georgia on
our minds we can certainly think of some
great cities to visit like Atlanta or
Savannah Georgia’s southern charm makes
it all the more appealing
[Music]
Oh
number three Virginia is for lovers
Virginia this state’s original slogan
alternated between Virginia is for
history lovers Virginia is for beach
lovers and so forth however the state
settled on a uniform slogan in 1969 and
Virginia hasn’t stopped using it since
and why not some of the state’s greatest
historical figures were well known for
their romantic lives including the
stories revolving around Pocahontas and
John Smith at Jamestown as well as
Thomas Jefferson’s famous obsessions
Virginia is great for beaches mountains
history and of course love to keep love
in Virginia who must all do our part
number two Big Sky Country Montana also
known as the last best place Montana is
unashamedly proud of its wintery beauty
the state pushes this to the forefront
of its tourism campaigns unlike other
states that try to emphasize the warmth
as much as the cold but whether you
enjoy the heat or cooler temperatures
Big Sky Country as Montana is
affectionately known offers a lot to do
and its outdoor activities offer
stunning natural backdrops throughout
the state
before we unveil our number one pick
here are some honorable mentions
[Music]
number one it’s like a whole other
country Texas despite its location Texas
is unlike anywhere else in the u.s. it’s
not quite like the rest of the south and
it’s exceptionally different from the
Southwest at least culturally and
historically speaking but the inherent
uniqueness of Texas has a lot to offer
beyond delicious tex-mex food and
barbecue galore you’re just as likely to
encounter people speaking Spanish as you
are English also this slogan isn’t
kidding the Republic of Texas was its
own independent country between 1836 and
the mid 1840s though it became an
American state by the end of 1845 Texas
is truly like a whole other country do
you agree with our list what are your
favorite state slogans for more
excellent top 10s published every day be
sure to subscribe to watchmojo.com
Kansas as big as you think
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