Trips to USA
Why travel solo to the USA?
What's the weather like?
The USA is a vast country, with weather varying from north to south and east to west. Average temperatures in the summer are 81F (27C) and a chilly 33 F (-1 C) in winter.
Top five activities
1. Hike in Arches National Park
2. Ski in Colorado
3. Astrophotography in Arches National Park
4. Soak and unwind in Durango Hot Springs
5. Guided cat-skiing adventure in the San Juan Mountains
Top three dishes to try
1. Navajo Tacos – deep-fried fry bread topped with beans, beef, cheese and salsa
2. Dirty Soda – fizzy soft drink mixed with cream, fruit flavours and syrups; a firm favourite with Salt Lake City locals
3. Elk Burger – lean wild elk served in a classic burger with local flair
Top places to visit in the USA
Arches National Park
Arches National Park boasts towering red rock formations, natural arches, vast canyons, and rugged desert landscapes, perfect for adventure and exploration.
Durango
Tucked in the rugged San Juan Mountains, Durango is a charismatic frontier town where wild landscapes meet old-school Americana. Think snow-dusted peaks, pine forests, and wide-open skies — the kind of place where you can ski untouched backcountry by day and soak in natural hot springs by night. Durango offers a soulful slice of Colorado that’s as rich in character as it is in adventure.
New Orleans
African-American, Creole and Cajun influences combine in this city full-of-life to create a bustling hive of swinging music, delicious food and all-round good times. The historic heart of the city is the French Quarter, with its rich cultural heritage on display in its architecture and nightlife.
San Francisco
Sail under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco Bay or pop over to one of the excellent vineyards for a sample of the good life. For the adventurers out there, the lush natural landscape of Yosemite is just a small hop away.
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