What Kind of USA Holiday Are You? Find Your Perfect American Adventure

Some cities whisper. New York absolutely does not.

From the moment you step onto its streets, everything feels bigger, brighter, and busier. Watch the city unfold from the top of the Empire State Building, wander through Central Park, catch a Broadway show, explore the neighbourhoods of Manhattan or simply grab a coffee and watch the world rush by.

And then there's the food. Pizza slices, bagels, burgers, and rooftop cocktails—it sometimes feels as though the city has decided to offer every possible flavour of America in one place.

Welcome to Las Vegas, where subtlety didn't make the guest list.

Neon lights illuminate the Strip, spectacular shows appear around every corner, and hotels are destinations in their own right. Spend the day by the pool, feast your way through world-class restaurants, catch a headline show or head beyond the city to discover the astonishing landscapes of the Mojave Desert.

And here's a little secret: Las Vegas is about far more than casinos.

It's also one of the USA's great adventure bases, with the Grand Canyon, Hoover Dam, and spectacular desert scenery within reach.

For something a little more laid-back, Boston offers a completely different slice of America.

Follow the Freedom Trail through the heart of the city, wander historic neighbourhoods, explore the waterfront, and settle into a cosy restaurant for fresh New England seafood. With its red-brick buildings, cobbled streets, and distinctly East Coast character, Boston feels a world away from the skyscrapers of New York.

It's also a fantastic starting point for exploring New England, with the region's pretty coastal towns, autumn colours, and historic charm waiting just beyond the city.

Chicago has a knack for surprising people. There's the skyline, of course. Then there's the architecture, the blues, the museums, the neighbourhoods, the lakefront and—very importantly—the food.

Take an architecture cruise along the Chicago River, admire Cloud Gate in Millennium Park, explore the Art Institute of Chicago or stroll along the lakefront before settling down for a legendary deep-dish pizza.

It's a city with serious personality, combining big-city energy with a surprisingly relaxed, neighbourhood feel. Chicago is also the historic starting point of Route 66, making it an excellent addition to a classic USA road trip. 

Windows down. Road trip playlist on. Coffee in the cup holder. And absolutely nowhere you have to be. Route 66 is the American road trip.

Stretching from Chicago towards Santa Monica, the legendary Mother Road passes through eight states and serves up a wonderfully nostalgic mix of small towns, roadside diners, quirky attractions, neon signs, and wide-open landscapes. 

And right now is a particularly exciting time to experience it: Route 66 is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, with centenary celebrations taking place along the route. You don't even have to drive the entire route. Choose a section, build your own itinerary, and embrace the joy of seeing where the road takes you.

Somewhere between Nashville, Memphis, and New Orleans, you'll discover a part of America where music isn't simply something you listen to. It's part of everyday life Together, these three cities make an unforgettable Deep South USA holiday, combining music, food, history, and culture into one brilliantly memorable journey.