The USA is certainly one of the world’s most diverse countries with 50 states filled with an endless list of marvellous places to discover.
City travellers will love taking in the iconic landmarks of New York, getting to see the Statue of Liberty, exploring the Lower East Side and eating all the Italian food in Greenwich Village or learning about the country’s political history in Washington DC.
Head south for New Orleans, Texas and Albuquerque (of Breaking Bad fame). Or go west to explore the ever-sunny sights of San Diago. If you’re in the north, devouring a deep-dish pizza in Chicago is an absolute must at least once. Nearby? Stop by Detroit – it’s a fantastic city on the up.
For the best beach destinations, try the beautiful and luxurious Florida Keys. One of my absolute favourite places in the US and about as close to the Caribbean as you’re going to get without hopping on a plane. Key West is packed with things to do, bars and restaurants, while nearby Miami and the Everglades round out this road trip nicely.
And when it comes to natural beauty, America certainly shouldn’t be overlooked, with some of the world’s most famous natural wonders including the impressive Grand Canyon and the powerful Niagara Falls which sits on the border of the US and Canada (and is very easy to reach from Buffalo).
Head further afield and you’ll find the glorious tropical islands of Hawaii. I’ve visited all four of the main Hawaiian Islands and have a whole section dedicated to Hawaii travel.
There are so many great things to do in the USA that you’ll have to return again and again to even attempt to cover it all.
I stand at that top of a volcanic tuff ring that was formed over 49,000 years ago and look down at the glitter of green-golden sand. I’m about to step foot on something extraordinarily rare, and suddenly the 17-hour flight, 2-hour drive and 1-hour hike seems completely worthwhile. Carefully, slowly, surely, I pick my way … Read more
According to Mark Twain, Hawaii is “The loveliest fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean.” I couldn’t agree more. But there is more to the Hawaiian islands than most of us realise. For example, did you know there are actually 137 Hawaiian islands? I didn’t, either, until I spent 4 months exploring Hawaii. … Read more
Downtown Los Angeles, or DTLA as it’s know to locals, is usually missed by tourists but it should absolutely be on your itinerary when you’re exploring LA. I get it, Hollywood, Beverley Hills and the beautiful coastal spots of Santa Monica and Venice Beach are the big draws, but if you want to get beneath … Read more
Home to the White House, the Washington Monument and the National Mall, there are a lot of things to do in Washington DC. Not only is it the capital of the United States, it’s a short hop from the Big Apple, meaning you can combine the iconic sights of New York and Washington DC in … Read more
Most people know that Washington DC is home to the White House but what else do you know about the Capital of the USA? If you’re not from the USA (or maybe even if you are), did you know that Washington DC is the capital of the United States or did you, like many people, … Read more
So, you’re finally planning your trip to New York, and what a trip it’s going to be. With some of the most iconic sites and experiences in the United States of America – and the world – you won’t be disappointed. I remember my first trip to the Big Apple like it was yesterday. Those … Read more
I’ve already written about how to visit the Statue of Liberty including ticket types, tours, cruises, how to see the Statue of Liberty for free and how to get to the Statue of Liberty. In this article, I’ll cover something very specific – are Crown Access tickets worth it. I’ll then give a little info … Read more
“You probably already know that we talk funny and listen to strange music and eat things you’d probably hire an exterminator to get out of your yard. We dance even if there’s no radio. We drink at funerals. We talk too much and laugh too loud and live too large and, frankly, we’re suspicious of … Read more
The Florida Keys – where you’re as close to the Caribbean as you’re going to get without hopping on a plane, with a string of tiny islands connected by one of the most scenic causeway drives in the world, everyone should take a Florida Keys vacation at least once in their lifetimes. It’s a trip … Read more
The Everglades is the only place in the world where you can see both crocodiles and alligators. Under an hour’s drive from Miami, the question shouldn’t be ‘is it worth visiting the Everglades’, but ‘when’? Admittedly, it took me a while to shift my butt off Miami beach and out into the heat and humidity of … Read more