From the cosmopolitan metropolis of Manhattan in New York, with its excellent Broadway shows, varied shopping and restaurants, and iconic skyline, to the hedonism and dazzling lights of Las Vegas, the palm-lined beaches of Miami, the liberalism of San Francisco and its iconic Golden Gate Bridge and rolling hills, the USA offers a smorgasbord of activities and interests. Natural phenomena from Niagara Falls to the Grand Canyon, arid deserts, and flourishing National Parks, contrast with bustling cities.
New York
The Big Apple, The City That Never Sleeps, Gotham City - whatever nickname you want to give to New York, it's a fast-paced metropolis home to world-class shopping, a veritable smorgasbord of cuisine from top-end restaurants to street vendors, museums on practically every subject, Broadway, Times Square and other iconic landmarks from the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings to the Brooklyn Bridge and Statue of Liberty
Niagara Falls
Straddling the borders between Canada and the United States - specifically those between Canada's Ontario province and the state of New York - the Niagara Falls are a series of spectacular waterfalls which are a must-see natural wonder
New Orleans
Affectionately called the 'Big Easy', the Louisiana city of New Orleans is famous for its vibrant nightlife and live-music scene, and spicy cuisine which richly borrows from its mixed French, African and American heritages. The annual Mardi-Gras is the best party in America, complete with colourful costumes and parades
Yellowstone
America's first National Park - established in 1872 - Yellowstone sits atop a volcanic hotspot, and is resplendent with canyons, alpine rivers, forests, hot springs and dramatic geysers - including the park's most famous geyser, Old Faithful. Keep your eyes peeled for the wildlife: bears, bison, elk, antelope, wolves and more!
Our Top Holidays in USA
Related Blog Posts
Why you should consider an Urban Adventure
Are you perhaps looking for a tour or excursion with a difference? Do you prefer to explore in smaller, more intimate groups, go off the usual tourist track, and get insight from a local? That's what Select Travel Holidays' Amy was looking for on her own recent holiday with a friend, and so she booked a couple tours with Urban Adventures (part of Intrepid Travel) - and here's what she thought...
For Remembrance: Battlefield Tours
Whether to pay respects to a fallen family member or simply because you have a keen interest in history, there's a range of battle field tours or excursions to choose from
Whistle-stop Guide: Rivers of the world
Fancy a river cruise, but not sure which? Here's our brief, whistle-stop guide to some of the world's greatest waterways to sail on...From the mighty Mekong, old favourites such as the great Danube and the Rhine, to rising stars such as the Irrawaddy and the Douro, and off-the-beaten track adventures on the Brahmaputra.