We all love a beach holiday, but you can't beat the thrill of a new city. Whether you want to hunt down world-famous landmarks, restaurant-hop your way round the local food scene or dance the night away on a rooftop bar, there's a city break that's right for you.
They're also great when you're a bit tight for time. Whether you want a short city break exploring the intricies of New York or a long weekend winning the jackpot in Vegas, we have something for everyone.
Shopping abroad can be great when it comes to buying unique items or for grabbing discounts on everything from jewellery and watches to designer handbags, sunglasses and shoes. In Boston, you can even shop tax-free!
From the luxury designer stores of 5th Avenue to Brooklyn's one-of-a-kind boutiques to the outlets in Staten Island, New York is a haven for shoppers on all budgets. Don't miss the incredible 3 million sq ft American Dream complex in New Jersey, there's even a water park!
Dubai is home to the second biggest shopping mall in the world - The Dubai Mall. There's a whopping 1200 shops, 120 restaurants, 22 cinema screens and an ice rink, phew! For something more traditional, perfect your haggling skills at one of the souks for local crafts spices, fragrances and jewellery.
Shopping along the glitzy Las Vegas Strip is like stepping into a dreamworld where you'll find iconic malls like The Forum Shops at Caesars, Fashion Show Mall and Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian. Just a couple of miles away you'll find fantastic designer outlets if you're looking for a good deal.
In Boston, there's no sales tax on clothing under $175 and on everything else you only pay 6.25% tax, so it's like there's a sale every day! In Newbury Street, you'll find beautiful boutiques amongst rows of brownstone houses, giving you a feel of Boston's famous colonial history.
Miami is a red hot destination for shopping, from one-of-a-kind retailers and quaint shops to huge shopping malls with all of your favourite high street brands. Miracle Mile is the famous 'strip' and Dolphin Mall is the largest outlets so these are a great starting point.
If you don't hit the shops in LA, that would be a big mistake, huge! Make like the rich and famous and hit Rodeo Drive for a slice of luxury, or if you're after a bargain Los Angeles is great for a flea market for something more unique.
Union Square is a a pedestrian-friendly car-free zone and you can shop til you drop in high-end boutiques and luxury department stores against a backdrop of historic architecture and iconic landmarks. San Francisco is also one of the biggest producers of crafts, making it the perfect place to pick up something unique.
With shopping centres and fashion outlets in California, Washington, Chicago, New York and more, book a USA holiday to receive a complimentary booklet with special offers, discounts and amenities.
Book and travel before 31st December 2023 to receive your complimentary discount book. T&Cs apply.
Book your holiday to New York and you'll receive a Hudson Yards shopping & dining pass full of exclusive offers and designer boutiques and high street brands.
Book and travel before 31st January 2024 to receive your complimentary VIP discount book. Voucher limited to 1 person per booking. T&Cs apply.
Book your holiday to Las Vegas and you'll receive a coupon book full of discounts and special offers for shops, restaurants and shows at Miracle Mile shops in Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
Book and travel before 31st December 2023 to receive your complimentary VIP discount book. T&Cs apply.
City breaks can be enjoyed in all manner of weathers. Cosy up in a hat and scarf and wander the frosty streets, or enjoy al fresco dining in the glorious sunshine. Which will it be for you this time? Here's a little inspiration if you're not sure...
New York is magical all year round. But there's something extra special about a winter trip to the Big Apple. Wrap up warm and brave the cold to see the lavish Christmas decorations, snowy Central Park, and the sparkling ice rinks. Memories (and Instagram pics!) to last a lifetime.
Whether you're travelling with little ones, or on a romantic trip for you, check out our suggested itineraries to celebrate the festive season in style!
Let us help you plan your trip! Firstly, board your Virgin Atlantic overnight flight to Dubai for a short 7-hour journey.
Day 1: Explore the colossal Dubai Mall, the world's largest shopping destination. You'll be sure to find everything you need (and probably a few things you don't).
Day 2: Enjoy the family-friendly Jumeirah Beach with its beautiful public spots and adjacent playground, perfect for the little ones.
Day 3: Visit the Dubai Miracle Garden, home to over 150 million plants and impressive displays. Be sure to check out the life-size Emirates A380!
Day 4: Explore the cultural diversity of Global Village, showcasing pavilions full of cuisine and music from around the world.
Day 5: Finally, head to Sunset Beach for some exhilarating water sports or simply relax and soak up the sun before heading home.
The live music, the art, the outdoorsy adventures, the food and craft beer, the sport, the rise of the tech industry – it's a city buzzing with expectation.
Explore the Mother City, a bijou city of buzzing culture, breathtaking scenery, enticing cuisine and plenty of ‘must do’ experiences.
This pretty college city is full of southern charm and overflowing with attractions - from Martin Luther King Jr’s birthplace, to the Coca-Cola® HQ
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We are continually reviewing our flying schedules, taking into account the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) advice against all non-essential travel. Depending on when you are due to travel, your holiday may be affected and we’ll email you to let you know as least 21 days before travel.
If you need to speak to us to change or cancel your booking you can call our team on 0344 472 9646 or chat to us on SMS/Whatspp via Manage my booking.
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Don’t worry if you’ve missed a payment or just need a little more time to pay; we have options available to help you. If your holiday is going ahead as planned, you can continue to pay for your holiday in Manage my booking, even if travelling in less than 12 weeks. If you’re unsure, you can delay any additional payments by choosing a new time to travel by requesting a call back in Manage My booking for one of our team to look at options. If your holiday is more than 6 months away, you may wish to set up a Direct Debit to spread the cost. This can be arranged whilst rebooking or afterwards in Manage my booking.
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Please look out for emails from us or visit our dedicated Covid-19 (Coronavirus) page for the latest updates.
If we haven’t notified you of any changes, your holiday will be going ahead as planned but if you prefer to move your holiday to a later time we can help. You can call our team on 0344 472 9499 who can look at options for you.
Payments are being prioritised based on when the request was made, working in order from March 2020 onwards. We will always try to process refunds at the earliest opportunity, for requests before August our maximum timeframe is 120 days. As we are steadily reducing the maximum processing time for each new request, for refund requests made in August, we expect the maximum processing time to be 80 days, from the date the refund is requested. For those requesting a refund in September, we expect it to be processed within a maximum of 60 days, and then reduce to 30 days for refunds requested in October, before returning to normal levels.
To finalise the amendment, one of our customer advisors will phone you. We need to work through amend requests in departure date order so we can prioritise those with the most imminent travel plans, so you may have a longer wait than usual until we’re able to ring you back. We will help everyone that wants to move their holiday.
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