The United States consists of 48 contiguous (i.e., connected) states and two separate states, Hawaii and Alaska. To give you an idea of its size, excluding Hawaii and Alaska, about two United States-es would fit into Russia! From the Northwest corner of the state of Washington to the tip of Florida, the distance is equal to the distance between Moscow and Yakutsk. To experience them all in one trip would require multiple flights, a rental car, and many weeks. So, do not hesitate to make your discoveries virtually!