North America
From the far reaches of the chilly Canadian arctic to the tropical tip of the Florida Keys, this is a continent so diverse it can be blanketed in snow in the north while a heat wave rages in the south.
Since the first pilgrims arrived on the Mayflower, people have been flocking to North America and with good reason. With 50 US states and ten Canadian provinces to choose from, North American holidays offer something for all tastes. Vibrant cities and open plains, mountains and deserts, natural landscapes, unique wildlife, the ultramodern and the historic.
Canada
A holiday in Canada is your chance to immerse yourself in its epic scenery, experience its captivating wildlife and relax in its cosmopolitan cities.
The Great Outdoors
You can hike rugged trails through the Rocky Mountains or see them from a comfortable train carriage onboard the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer.
Maybe you want to paddle slowly past gigantic icebergs in pristine Newfoundland waters, or would you rather discover historic Gold Rush towns? There’s the incredible northern lights dancing in the sky, but there’s also the chance to get up close and personal with beluga whale, wolf and polar bear. Alternatively, you may wish to visit the spectacular Niagara Falls which for over 200 years has been one of Ontario’s most popular attractions.
Cities
And then there are THE cities.
Toronto is a hotbed of culture, Montreal wears its French influence with style, and Vancouver is all scenic grandeur with the mountains to one side and the Pacific on the other. The mountain resorts of Whistler and Banff are worth visiting in both the summer and winter.
Big, bold and unashamedly iconic, it has to be the USA
Fast paced, simultaneously wild and refined, and with some of the most beautiful natural wonders on the planet, the USA is abundant with once-in-a-lifetime sights.
The colossal Grand Canyon cuts a swathe down the west coast. In the southeast the Florida Keys pepper the azure waters with palm-studded islets. The north is carpeted in the endless horizons of the Great Plains. Visiting the USA, you will have access to mesmerising metropolises. From the political powerhouse of Washington, D.C. to the incomparable splendour of New York, the city that never sleeps. California offers surfing hotspots. The scenery of Route 1 clings to the coastline. New England is perfectly preppy. Hawaii has laid-back charm and equally the Carolinas are packed with a southern welcome. Each of the 50 states is blessed with its own distinct character, tradition and cuisine.
City Slickers
Visit four of the USA’s major cities, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, New York City and Miami.
Those infatuated with bright lights and big cities should look no further. Hike the Hollywood hills, a quintessential LA activity and soar over the Grand Canyon in a helicopter before hitting Las Vegas and its dazzling nightlife. It’s easy to start a love affair with New York, strolling down the cinematic avenues and taking on some of the best sightseeing opportunities in the word. Then onto Miami to hang with the art set, all while staying in iconic hotels.
Nature Lovers
Discover pristine national parks throughout the United States.
The Great Smoky Mountains can be found in south-eastern USA in the Blue Ridge mountain range. Yellowstone's famous geothermal geysers can be visited in the northwest corner of Wyoming and Yosemite's waterfalls and notorious giant redwood trees, the largest in the world, in the western Sierra Nevada of Central California. All offer the nature lover sweeping landscapes natural beauty and spectacular views of abundant wildlife that inhabit the parks. A haven for outdoor pursuits.
Floridian Theme Parks
Located in the south-eastern USA, Florida is abundant with eclectic cities, sandy beaches and world-class theme parks.
No visit to Florida is complete without a visit to the main mouse himself at Walt Disney World. Orlando is packed full with other themed destinations too. You’ll find an array of parks from Universal Studios to the Kennedy Space centre out on Merrit Island, so there’s really something for everyone.
Sun Lovers Florida
Those seeking ultimate relaxation under the sun should head to the Palm Beaches Florida’s cultural capital. This coastal county promises fine food, superb shopping and world-class water sports.
If you’d prefer a nature-packed holiday in Florida, the islands of Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key and Key West are all surrounded by turquoise waters that teem with marine life. Water-sports enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice too.
California Dreaming
Best known for Hollywood and Disneyland, California is also home to world-famous cities including Los Angeles and San Francisco.
Its sun-drenched coastlines, great restaurants, clear lakes and fresh mountain air are best experienced on a California self-drive holiday. We’ll help you put together a fantastic self-drive itinerary, but you really should include a journey along the coastal Highway 1, one the world's most beautiful drives.
The Deep South
Discover history, music and a unique culture in America's Deep South. Combine southern charm with the frontier past of the Wild West.
Tennessee is the home of country music. In Mississippi you can step back in time on a historic steam-boat cruise past old-world ports, grand homes and former plantations, down the legendary river. The party never stops in Louisiana’s New Orleans where you can take a tour of the city’s French Quarter to see the colonial townhouses and the places where jazz and blues first began.
