Destinations in the USA

From soaring volcanoes and spectacular sunsets to palm-fringed lagoons, Hawaii is a treasure trove of flora, fauna and fun. Big cities fringe lush rainforests and beach bars serve up Mai Tais and Hula. A week in these Pacific isles delivers a lifetime of bliss. Paradise awaits you on your Hawaii holiday.

A whole host of Arctic antics are waiting for you. From multi-coloured northern lights and fast flowing rivers to vast swathes of lush green pine forest.

For a taste of the Wild West, Texas has it all. Tex-mex feasts, rodeos and a rugged wilderness collide in this staggeringly large state. From glitzy oil cities to small town charm and World Heritage Sites to great national parks, it’s amazingly diverse.

With a trendy Gas Lamp Quarter and quaint gondola rides around the bay, San Diego, dubbed ‘America’s finest city’, offers a sophisticated European vibe. With plenty to do and see, there are cruises aplenty for spotting the beautiful wild Californian grey and blue whales. 

Beyond the great cities of LA and San Francisco, there's a wonderful world to be discovered, with a staggering variety of landscapes.

As the largest alpine lake in North America, this expanse of blue that straddles the California and Nevada border is a sight to behold. On top of the wondrous nature; buzzy riverside towns, Nevada casinos and ski parks also attract the crowds.

Nestled in the Coachella Valley, Hollywood film stars have been coming here since the 1920s. Revel in the high life with star-studded restaurants, pristine golf courses and glamorous spas or get a taste of adventure and ride the aerial tramway to the San Jacinto Peak.

Wide open spaces and technicolour deserts that change from dusky pinks to vibrant red in moments against a piercing blue sky.  

Its high altitude, reliable snowfall and average 300 days of sunshine combine with the remarkable terrain to offer everything that skiers and snowboarders love. Colorado skiing conditions are known as some of the finest in the world, with facilities to match. 

Wild West. A place where the greatest attractions are geological, from the eerily magnetic silhouette of Devils Tower, and the gigantic granite carvings of Mount Rushmore to Yellowstone, the very first National Park in the USA.

With the Battlefields, Independence Hall and Liberty Bell, America’s ‘birthplace’ offers an array of historic attractions. It’s big on food - and friendliness. So after a hike or bike around Fairmount Park, indulgent cheesesteaks and South Street’s lively bars beckon.

Eclectic, urban, outdoorsy, artsy, gritty, down-to-earth, or posh - its all here, from the quirky character of the Seattle Waterfront and the eccentric 'Republic of Fremont' to purple mountain majesties above the fruited plain in Washington State, there's something for just about everyone within these vibrant cities.

Utah is a state of mind. Lovely alpine forests and pretty, drastic deserts. Sweet little towns and Great Salty Lakes. 

A state of natural wonders, you will find amazing beauty throughout with historic towns and sleepy fishing villages to ski resorts and wineries. Windswept beaches, verdant forests and snow-capped peaks give way to sweeping rangelands, towering rock formations and dramatic river valleys in this incredibly diverse land.

Over millions of years, the area's colourful limestone rock has been eroded into a series of incredible shapes - slot canyons, windows, fins and the most amazing of all - spires - or hoodoos as they are better known.

Home to an array of hotels and world-class skiing, Mammoth is one of California’s premium mountain resorts. In the summer months, the peaceful lakes, biking and hiking trails offer some fantastic ways to enjoy the great outdoors.

New York needs no introduction. But if it did, we couldn’t go without mentioning good ol’ Lady Liberty, world-famous Broadway theatres and the breathtaking Central Park. Spend an idyllic city break amongst skyscrapers and unbeatable shopping - you'll feel like you've just stepped into your favourite movie! Discover everything the Big Apple has to offer on your holiday to New York.

From spectacular stage shows and death defying acts of magic, to waltzing fountains and vast casinos, the City of Lights is a dazzling playground for all. Find sensory overload and lavishness at every turn on your Las Vegas holiday, along with opulent hotels which transport you to every corner of the world.

Known as the ‘city of 88 cities’, LA is a sprawling metropolis of A-list haunts, people watching and boutique shopping. With everything from adrenaline-fuelled theme parks and buzzy beaches to quaint café-lined streets, the city of Angels is a mecca for entertainment.

With beautiful open spaces, a bridge that’s the envy of the world and charming harbour-side towns, The City by the Bay is a sight to behold. Union Square’s shopping, Alcatraz Island and a stunning Golden Gate Park make for an offbeat city that refuses to blend in.

From dazzling piers and drives along the Pacific Coast Highway to surfing at Santa Cruz, the California Coast is America’s hippest riviera. Find boho fishing towns alongside glam neighbourhoods and rugged bays. It joins America’s coolest yet most scenic destinations.

As well as quaint cobbled streets, historic brownstone houses and a colonial history, this waterfront city is also a place of skyscrapers, colourful markets and a distinct European vibe. No visit is complete without seeing the Red Sox in action.

With charming villages, spectacular summits and beautiful scenery, you can spend weeks hiking, biking or exploring New England by coach or car. Find sumptuous seafood, fantastic winter ski, and a ‘fall foliage’ where leaves turn the most glorious shades of gold.

Home of the White House and an array of iconic memorials, Washington, DC is a political and cultural powerhouse of the USA. Leafy Georgetown and Dupont Circle are hotspots for luxury boutiques and the city throngs with events and festivals all year round. The heart of the nation comes to life through free monuments and museums aplenty.

Located on Lake Michigan’s 26 miles of beach, The ‘Windy City’ is where jazz and blues meets colourful culture and art. Enjoy thrilling panoramic views from The Skydeck Ledge or TILT, or explore fascinating city tours, crime trails and the bustling Navy Pier.

With charming resorts and some of the best urban chefs, there are endless reasons to visit California’s world-famous wine region. Wine buff or not, its glorious Mediterranean climate, acres of vineyards and general zest for life make for a wonderful sunshine escape.