Where to begin in a country that is all but a continent? In the bright lights of New York? Perhaps – although you can find urban thrills as readily in Boston, Chicago, Washington DC, San Francisco, Los Angeles and New Orleans. Next to the deep chasm of the Grand Canyon? Maybe – although the national parks of Yellowstone, Big Bend, Great Smoky Mountains and Yosemite are just as striking. On the beach in Florida? Possibly – if the coasts of California, Hawaii or Virginia do not call as loudly. The options may be endless.
Outside bet: A common question put to travel writers is “where is your favourite place you have visited?”. I usually reply “Seattle”. This city of the north-western USA is awash with coffee and cuisine at Pike Place Market, memories of great bands at its EMP Museum, and rugged scenery on the nearby Olympic Peninsula. It deserves greater credit.
Delight in the natural beauty, the incredible music and the amazing food of the Deep South with this fantastic five states discovery.
From San Francisco to LA via spectacular Highway 1. This is it, the greatest driving tour you can ever hope to do.
City Break from New York to Great Lakes is an exhilarating holiday in Canada, United States of America. Available from 1 Jan 2023 to 31 Dec 2025 this 8 day trip costs from £2,999, which includes flights.
