Cities of the USA

At first appearing like a serious talker with her undeniable political appeal, it’d be wrong to explore Washington DC without enabling her more playful side. Delving beyond the cool architecture and congress to reveal an activity-packed hubbub filled with spy histories, high-end shopping, and an underestimated coffee and wine scene.

A real-life ‘Emerald City’ lives at the end of this once gold-rushed yellow brick road, where thousands of acres of parklands and evergreen forests create another worldly chance for adventures. And living it out like the locals, there’s a real sense of community in these parts; that brings people together from the history of its futuristic space needle to its buzzing marketplaces.   

Speakeasies and gangster histories, the only river in America that flows backwards, and a bean statue that reflects its liberatingly diverse lifestyle right back at you; this ‘windy city’ puts a positive spin on ruffling a few feathers. Doing it her own way, with an infectious Midwestern spirit and so much buzzing art its inescapable; just stepping into the centre feels like a state of metamorphosis. And that’s before we’ve even started on their deep pan signature dish.

California is one great big road trip; with pinstripe vineyards, seal-inhabited coastlines, glowing cities and a sunny disposition at every stop.

The image of fir trees reflecting perfectly into glassy lakes while snow-capped mountains wrap on all sides; Canada’s all-encompassing landscapes act as a humble reminder that the best adventures defy explanation. 

Pearlescent shorelines, metropolitan delights and Peter Pan experiences aplenty – this sunshine state is simply a rollercoaster experience.

The welcoming spirit of aloha is all-pervading on the captivating Hawaiian islands, a tropical playground of volcanic vistas, surfing beaches and island-hopping.

To speak of Las Vegas without mentioning its extravagance would be a crime, but ventures into the spiritual sphere of Native American country are equally as synonymous with this land.

A playground for presidents and poets and the birthplace of America itself, New England’s landscapes may change with the seasons, but its quaint charm is evergreen.

The steeliest shapeshifter of cityscape times, not even a local can pin her down – creating a smorgasbord of opportunities for even the littlest Apples to give it a good go and start trying.

Like one big simmering hot pot, the American South nourishes the soul; with its scrumptiously hearty recipes, smooth as velvet jazz scene, and magnetically bubbly spirit that brings everyone together.

Step outside of the USA’s vibrant cities and you’ll find some of nature’s finest creations sequestered away in the embrace of its many National Parks.