First-hand travel guides, road trips, city breaks, hotels and unforgettable experiences from our travels across the USA.
The United States offers iconic cities, vast landscapes and unforgettable road trips.
Our travels currently focus on the West Coast, particularly Washington, Oregon, California and Nevada, although we plan to discover much more of the country.
Each state brings a different personality, from rugged Pacific shorelines and forested highways to desert lights and energetic coastal cities.
We have enjoyed long weekends in Las Vegas, city escapes to San Diego and Los Angeles, and memorable road trips through Washington and Oregon. Along the way, we have discovered Cannon Beach on the Oregon Coast, the fascinating Columbia River Maritime Museum, San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge and the history of Alcatraz Prison.
Our firsthand USA travel guides also cover sightseeing bus tours, scenic drives, major attractions and practical travel tips. Whether you are planning a weekend escape, a coastal road trip or a city break, we will help you experience the USA with greater confidence.
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Featured Road Trips:
Favourite Destinations:
LOS ANGELES: Discover famous landmarks, Hollywood glamour, coastal neighbourhoods and endless California sunshine.
SAN DIEGO: Explore beautiful beaches, waterfront attractions, vibrant neighbourhoods and relaxed coastal living.
SAN FRANCISCO: Experience iconic landmarks, historic neighbourhoods, waterfront views and unforgettable Bay Area scenery.
CANNON BEACH: Discover Haystack Rock, sweeping sandy beaches and the dramatic beauty of Oregon’s coastline.
PORTLAND: Explore creative neighbourhoods, famous food, scenic parks and wonderfully unusual attractions.
BIRCH BAY: Enjoy these beaches, coastal walks, crazy sunsets and relaxed Washington State escapes.
LAS VEGAS: Experience dazzling entertainment, famous resorts, exceptional dining and real desert adventures.
Best Experiences:
AREA 51: Explore Nevada’s mysterious desert, extraterrestrial legends and the famous Extraterrestrial Highway.
ALCATRAZ PRISON (Video): Discover the history & the chilling mysteries of America’s infamous prison.
Columbia River Marine Museum: Explore shipwrecks, maritime history and the dangerous waters of the Columbia River.
GRAND CANYON: Witness breathtaking viewpoints, colourful rock formations and one of America’s greatest landscapes.
Emerald Cove, Black Canyon: Paddle through emerald waters, dramatic canyons and spectacular Nevada desert scenery.
MORE EXPERIENCES
- Naval Military Museum, San Diego
- Quaint Bavarian Village: Leavenworth
- Trolls of Astoria
- Nasty Jacks – La Conner
- Kayaking the Colorado River
- Concerts in Las Vegas
- Mount St. Helens
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Browse our USA guides by travel style, from beaches and scenic drives to historic towns, food experiences and car-free adventures.
🏖 Best Beaches: Cannon Beach, Oregon & Coronado Beach, California
🚗 Scenic USA Road Trips: 5-Day Pacific Northwest Road Trip
🚶 USA Long Weekend: Fun in Las Vegas
🏰 Historic USA: USS Midway
🍷 Food & Wine: Seafood and Prime Rib House, La Conner and Hotel Maya with views of Queen Mary, Long Beach.
📸 Most Photogenic Places: Grand Canyon from the air
USA Quick Facts
- Country: United States of America
- Capital: Washington, D.C.
- Currency: United States dollar (USD)
- Language: Official language is English
- Drive on: Right-hand side
- Best months: Beautiful all year long – we love Spring – early Summer
- Trip length: Minimum 5 days – so much to see and do!
Why Follow My Return Ticket for USA
USA looks simple to plan – and it can be – but smart choices can make the experience much better: where to stay, how long to base yourself in each area, which day trips are genuinely worthwhile, and how to avoid wasting valuable time in transit. That is what we share through our USA guides: real experiences, practical advice and honest opinions to help you explore with more confidence and less guesswork. We will continue expanding this guide as we discover more of the USA and add new first-hand stories, videos and travel-planning advice.
