The USA is certainly one of the world’s most prominent countries (for better or worse), and while we might not all agree on their politics, what we can agree on is that the country’s 52 states are home to an endless list of marvellous places to discover.
It’s almost no wonder that 40% of American’s have never left the US with the vast range of diverse cities, exciting attractions and natural beauty that can be found all across the country.
City travellers will love taking in the iconic landmarks of New York, learning about the country’s political history in Washington DC or exploring the historic buildings of San Diago. And while the US isn’t exactly known for its haute cuisine, devouring a deep-dish pizza in Chicago is an absolute must at least once.
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.
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.
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. Although I’m still yet to see the entire country myself yet (all in good time), I hope my USA blog posts will provide you with enough inspiration to start planning your own trip.
It’s not very often that I visit somewhere that defies my expectations. Having seen a fair chunk of the world, I’ve gotten pretty good at guessing the vibe of a place long before I land. Beaches, cities, tiny towns – most often my presumptions are pretty spot on. And then I went to Detroit. If you … Read more
Honestly, I didn’t know what to expect from my visit to Detroit. I’d heard great things about the city from fellow travel bloggers Hecktic Travels and LLWorld Tour: Detroit is the comeback city, regeneration is happening… and there’s an amazing BBQ joint. That last point is usually enough to take me to any city, regardless of … Read more
I’m an Uber user. I’m also a 5ft tall woman who travels around the world solo. And I regularly get asked is Uber safe to use. Worse, I often get told that Uber isn’t safe. Usually by people who’ve never taken an Uber. So, what’s the deal? Is Uber safe to use or not? If Uber’s … Read more
I’ve heard it said so many times: “the United States has no history”. I’ve even head that statement from Americans themselves. Usually when they’re exploring Europe. But those who make this claim clearly haven’t given the matter much thought; and they’ve certainly not spent any time in Manhattan’s Lower East Side. Visit this trendy neighbourhood today and … Read more
With a history that pans back over 10,000 years, it can be hard to squeeze everything in…but it’s fun trying. I arrived in San Diego after several months in Mexico and despite plans to spend only a couple of nights in the city (it was, after all, my second visit), I ended up lingering for close to a … Read more
The last time I ate Italian food in New York I was taken to a tourist joint just off Times Square, which felt a little bit like walking onto a replica set of the Godfather. Diners were sat with red-checked waxy napkins tucked into their collars, twirling and forking colossal mounds of tomato drenched spaghetti and fist-sized meatballs into their mouths. As … Read more
Looking to kickstart fitness in the New Year…or any time of year? After decades of having ‘get fit’ on my New Year’s Resolution List, I’ve finally found a way to kickstart a new fitness regime without sacrificing happiness. I can’t recall which of my 38 years was the first year that ‘get fit’ made it onto my … Read more
As the sun (almost) sets on another year I’m so happy to be sitting here writing these words: “I’ve had an amazing year of travel”. They’re the kind of words that can make people want to push your smug little face into the dirt, but I hope you’ll forgive my boasting because my amazing year … Read more
My first Washington DC trip was a bit of a write-off. Arriving in the Capital from New York in July, the first thing that hit me was the humidity. I consequently spent the first day shopping for clothes befitting a tropical island in the Pacific, my second day I hid out in a bar that … Read more
I’ve recently become a little obsessed with a different kind of travel: space travel. As a child and teenager, science used to bore me. I thought it was a subject for boys (feminism came to me a bit later) and I just didn’t get it. However, in the past year, I’ve come to re-assess that view … Read more