Three of the best US multi-centre holiday combinations
Booking multi-centre holidays in the USA can be an amazing way of discovering as much of this exciting nation as possible in one trip. Indeed, since flights are long and the country vast, opting to make more of each journey is a great idea - and there is certainly scope for creating some truly thrilling itineraries. To discover three of the best destination combinations, read our guide.
Hawaii, New York and Las Vegas
No exploration of the US seems quite complete without a trip to New York. By combining travel to Hawaii and New York, however, you can see so much more. Offering wholly different experiences of the US, these destinations let you see contrasting landscapes and atmospheres, as well as soak up some of the nation's most important historical and cultural sites. Add a trip to Las Vegas on to the end of your adventure, meanwhile, and you can include the bright lights, excitement and social whirl of Sin City into your itinerary.
Begin your adventure with a trip to the Big Apple, where you can get stuck into the quintessential US experience with visits to iconic sights such as Central Park, the Statue of Liberty and Broadway shows. Heading out to Waikiki on the Hawaiian island of Oahu next, you'll have a chance to soak up the rays on the beautiful and lively Waikiki Beach. Offering visitors more than just tropical stretches of sand, this island is also home to one of the nation's most important historical sites - Pearl Harbour. Pay a visit and see the USS Arizona Memorial, which stands as a monument to the soldiers who lost their lives on December 7th 1941.
Finish your Hawaii holiday with a thrilling trip to Las Vegas. From having a flutter in the casinos and driving down the Strip to seeing the incredible Fremont Street Light Experience, you're bound to have an unforgettable time. Plus, optional detours on this itinerary include visits to the ultimate natural wonder - the Grand Canyon.
Orlando, Las Vegas and San Francisco
Those eager to spend their USA holidays discovering some of the nation's most exciting cities and fun-filled destinations could find a multi-centre break to Orlando, Las Vegas and San Francisco is the perfect choice. Famously the home of Universal Studios, Disneyland and a host of other attractions, Orlando is the ideal place to visit for little ones and big kids alike. Las Vegas, meanwhile, will give you the chance to explore one of the US's most famous cities, before you head on to yet another celebrated location - this time of a wholly different sort.
Indeed, a trip to San Francisco will bring you face-to-face with a wealth of iconic cultural attractions, including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz. Filled with exciting things to do and see, the metropolis is home to glorious parks, incredible eateries and marvellous museums and galleries, making it a delight for anyone keen to discover one of the country's most unique and charming cities.
Chicago, Memphis and New Orleans
Of course, the US is also famous for its music, and you can select itineraries that will allow you to discover this vast legacy. Breaks incorporating Chicago, Memphis and New Orleans will do exactly that. Take some time to sit in some of Chicago's classic blues bars, for example, before heading out to Memphis - the birthplace of rock 'n' roll and the former home of Elvis Presley. Visit attractions such as Graceland, the King's 14-acre estate, the studios of Beale Street and the Stax Musuem of American Soul Music, then continue your musical odyssey in New Orleans, the home of jazz.
However, this kind of itinerary is by no means the preserve of music lovers and you'll find there is a huge array of non-musical sights you can see along the way, including Chicago's incredible Willis Tower. Head out on the glass Skydeck of the 1,353 ft building, which is situated 103 floors up, to look directly down to the city below. Paddle steamer cruising on the Mississippi and exploring New Orleans' historic French Quarter are just some of the numerous other attractions of holidays here.
So, if you're eager to make the most of your US holiday, why not consider visiting more than one destination in one trip?
