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The USA is one of the most diverse countries around the globe offering iconic cities, cultural attractions, paradise islands, and picture-perfect nature. There’s something special for every type of holiday maker in the USA, whether you’re travelling solo, embarking on a romantic getaway, planning a family holiday, or looking for the ultimate break with friends. Let’s start with New York, one of the world’s most famous cities with an incredible skyline and attractions that will leave you star struck, like Times Square and the Statue of Liberty.

Consider a city break in Las Vegas, the world’s entertainment capital filled with glitz and glamour, leisure attractions, incredible day-trip opportunities to the Grand Canyon, an impressive arts and culture scene, and colourful festivals. Another trendy USA city is Miami, Florida, which also brings the beaches, shopping, and warm sunny weather. Elsewhere in Florida is Orlando, the world’s theme park capital offering endless fun and adventure. Then there’s San Francisco in sunny California, boasting some of the finest restaurants in America, plus scenic landscapes and sightseeing landmarks.

If beach holidays to the USA are on your mind, then let us entice you to visit Hawaii. Hawaii’s capital Honolulu boasts plenty of pristine beaches and dramatic volcanic landscapes, or there’s Maui, a picture-perfect island beaming with Hawaii’s aloha cultural charm. Finally there’s Denver, the Mile High City in Colorado with a breath-taking setting at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Denver has it all; from museums and jazz clubs to breweries, thrilling outdoor adventures, and more than 300 days of sunshine every year. Which USA hotspot sounds like your cup of tea?

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Millennium Premier New York Times Square

133 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036, United States

Room Only 3 Nights
From £739 per person View Offer
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Ramada Plaza Resort & Suites International Drive

6500 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819, United States

Bed and Breakfast 5 Nights
From £799 per person View Offer

Holiday Inn Burbank-Media Center

150 E Angeleno Ave, Burbank, CA 91502, United States

Room Only 3 Nights
From £809 per person View Offer
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Circus Circus Las Vegas

2880 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, United States

Room Only 3 Nights
From £819 per person View Offer

The Godfrey Hotel Chicago

127 W Huron St, Chicago, IL 60654, United States

Room Only 3 Nights
From £869 per person View Offer

Top Destinations In USA

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Boston

Boston is an awesome USA city boasting colourful neighbourhoods, beautiful inner city parks and gardens, top-class art, and incredible historic buildings. Visitors to Boston can step back in time to the American Revolution at the Boston National Historical Park, browse the bustling Quincy market for some souvenirs, catch a baseball game at the iconic Fenway Park stadium, and visit the famous Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum.

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Chicago

The Windy City is America's second largest city. Located on Lake Michigan, it's famous for skyscrapers. A 94-storey, 360° Observation Deck on the Magnificent Mile offers nerve-tingling, panoramic views. Once back on solid ground you can visit the street's trendy restaurants and boutiques before enjoying shows at one of the local theatres. Chicago hosts many entertaining events, including the ten-week, Grant Park Music Festival. You can also discover the city's shady past at the Mob Museum which catalogues the ruthless exploits of the gangster, Al Capone. Alternatively, visit the Shedd Aquarium or planetarium, then taste the city's most famous snack - the hot dog.

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Denver

Denver was established during the 1850 Gold Rush. Today, there are organised tours of authentic, local gold mines. The Colorado city is now the Gateway to the Rockies, where visitors hike, pony trek and climb in summer. In the winter months, the mountains are perfect for skiing and tobogganing. With 300 sunny days a year, Denver is a cheerful destination with dozens of coffee shops and bistros. Downtown features Victorian architecture, but tourists love the Queen Anne-style mansion that was once the home of Molly Brown, a survivor of the 1912 sinking of the Titanic.

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Honolulu

America's tropical paradise is in Honolulu, the capital of Hawaii. Beautiful sandy beaches such as Kewalos and Waimea are famous for their excellent surfing conditions. Relax beneath the palm trees of Waikiki Beach before visiting nearby shopping malls, exclusive restaurants and vibrant night clubs. The unspoilt scenery of Honolulu includes Diamond Head, a safely dormant volcanic crater. The Hanauma Bay Nature Reserve is ideal for snorkelling and scuba diving while looking for green sea turtles in the coral reef. Nearby is Pearl Harbor, where a museum displays memorabilia charting the dramatic events in Honolulu during World War Two.

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Las Vegas

Brash and vibrant, Las Vegas has plenty of entertaining novelties. The spectacular Fountains of Bellagio frequently erupt in a lake to the accompaniment of music and dazzling light shows. Along the Las Vegas Strip is the High Roller, a gigantic ferris wheel with a height of 520 feet (158.5 metres). Vegas has at least sixty casinos including Caesar's Palace where cocktails and cabaret are offered alongside arcade machines and roulette tables. For a break from the bright lights of ‘Sin City’, visit the unspoilt wilderness of the Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area - it's teeming with wildlife including lizards, hawks, bobcats and coyotes.

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Los Angeles

LA is most famous for being the home of Hollywood, the district where the film industry established itself in 1911. Visitors can join studio tours and admire decades of film history and ‘Tinseltown’ memorabilia. Today's stars are reputed to visit the exclusive stores and restaurants of Robertson Boulevard and Rodeo Drive. Star-gazing of a different kind is available at the free planetarium at the Griffith Observatory. LA has many green spaces, but the most popular is the dog-friendly Runyon Canyon Park. It offers amazing views of the city and has naturally rugged areas that are ideal for running, walking and cycling.

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Maui

This tropical island is part of Hawaii and features some of its most spectacular scenery. The Haleakala National Park has a contrasting landscape of rocky valleys and lush jungles. There are also waterfalls, idyllic pools and the island's live volcano. Kapalua is one of the most popular sandy beaches along the thirty-mile coastline. Maui is perfect for outdoor activities including snorkelling, scuba diving, windsurfing and hiking. The main shopping mall is the Queen Ka'ahumanu Center, stocked with luxury goods and locally-crafted souvenirs. The island has many restaurants with international menus and traditional local seafood dishes.

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Miami

This Florida city is always warm, making it perfect for year-round outdoor activities. Relax on soft, sandy beaches or have fun with watersports, parasailing or volleyball. There are also fishing and boat tours all along the Florida coast. One hour away are the Everglades, a beautiful 'River of Grass', where mangrove forests provide habitats for dugongs, storks and alligators. Miami's historic district overlooks the beach and includes hundreds of colourful Art Deco buildings. Italian Renaissance architecture is a feature of the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. The Bayside Marketplace and Aventura Mall are ideal for luxury shopping trips.

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New York

New York, New York. The Big Apple. One of the modern world’s most iconic cities, it’s always popular for sightseeing. The Statue of Liberty alone has more than 3,000 daily visitors. Manhattan's Empire State Building was opened in 1930, and features sumptuous Art Deco architecture and interior design. It's possible to see all five neighbouring states from the top of the 102-storey skyscraper. Arguably the most fashionable street in New York City is Fifth Avenue. It's famous for the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and an energised nightlife of clubs, theatres and restaurants. It's also the location of the city's most exclusive department stores, filled with luxury brands.

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Orlando

Florida's inland city has a choice of outdoor activities such as running and cycling. There are approximately 150 championship golf courses in the area, including the Waldorf Astoria and the Celebration Golf Club. Fishing is a popular pastime, with many catches being made in the vast expanses of the Indian River Lagoon. There are an abundance of theme parks in the city, including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and Legoland. Shopping malls offer luxury brands, but the weekly Celebration Farmers' Market is particularly interesting, with locally-made produce, crafts and souvenirs. Head for Orange Avenue for the best of Orlando's nightlife.

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San Francisco

The Ferry Building Marketplace was one of the few Victorian structures in San Francisco to survive the 1906 earthquake. Indoor stalls sell local delicacies such as cheese and hand-made chocolates. Lombard Street has multiple sharp bends designed to reduce the steep gradient, but it still offers incredible views of the city.  The best way to explore the steep city streets is to board one of the historic trams. The mile-long Golden Gate Bridge was completed in 1937. One end is in the Downtown neighbourhood, which is noted for gift shops, high-quality restaurants and a very busy nightlife.

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Washington DC

The capital of the States is very much its cultural centre. Magnificent neo-classical architecture can be found in famous buildings such as the Whitehouse in Pennsylvania Avenue, the United States Supreme Court, and the Jefferson Memorial. There are more than sixty museums with diverse subjects such as Native American Indian culture, science and space travel. The Smithsonian Natural History Museum has one of the most valuable exhibits; the eighteenth-century, blue Hope Diamond that's worth at least 350 million dollars. Georgetown is the best neighbourhood for restaurants and exclusive shops, but make sure to visit Dupont Circle for the nightlife.

Helpful Information About the USA

Currency: You’ll be spendings US Dollars.

Language: English is the official language, though an estimated 10% of the population speak Spanish as their first language.

Local Time: Eastern time is four hours behind GMT, while Western time is eight hours behind GMT. Central states are six hours behind GMT.

Flight Time from the UK: Approximately seven hours to New York, ten-and-a-half hours to California, and nine hours to Colorado.

Tourist Information: Visit the official USA tourist information site for lots of helpful information regarding upcoming events, where to go, what to do, and how to get around.

Health/Travel Restrictions:To travel to the United States of America, British citizens need a valid passport and a visa or ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation). For up to date travel advice and health recommendations visit the government’s USA travel advice.

Other FAQs:

Q: Do you need a visa to holiday in the USA?

A: Yes, but an alternative is an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA).

Q: When is the best time to holiday in the USA?

A: It's so varied in climate you can visit any time

Q: Do I need medical insurance to visit the USA?

A: It's sensible as healthcare fees are astronomical.

Q: Will Covid-19 affect my holiday to the USA?

A: Currently, you'll need proof of vaccination.

Top Things to Do in the USA

All American states have a varied selection of exciting activities. Themed attractions are particularly popular. California has Old Wild West museums such as the Oakdale Cowboy Museum where original photographs and artefacts from the era are on display. The Pioneerland frontier town, that was purposely built as a 1850s film set, includes a replica stagecoach. There are even re-enactments of the legendary gunfight at the OK Corral in Tombstone.

Walking and cycling tours are a great way to learn more about cities such as New York, Chicago and Washington DC. In Honolulu, pleasure cruising in a glass-bottomed boat allows passengers to observe sea creatures. One of the most atmospheric tours takes visitors inside Alcatraz, the notorious prison that was built on an island near San Francisco in 1934.

American cities usually have plenty of green spaces. New York's Central Park was created in 1858. It features 18,000 trees and eight lakes. Botanical gardens in Chicago and Washington DC offer relaxation amongst landscaped planting schemes. Visitors can watch professional baseball and football in every city. Alternatively, they can join in sporting activities such as skateboarding and go kart racing.

Weather in the USA

East, north and mountainous regions usually have cold winters with temperature falling to -25°C (32°F). The hottest month in every state is usually July with temperatures of 29.4°C (85°F). The wettest months across the US vary between April, May and July.


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