San Diego: California Craft Beer Capital
While many cities in the USA are home to craft breweries, few can compare to San Diego, the California craft beer capital. More than 100 craft breweries reside in San…
12 Weird and Wonderful Attractions for 2019
The Statue of Liberty and the White House may be some of the most well-known landmarks in the world, but the US is a strange place and we’ve got the…
Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, 2024
Lana del Rey, Tyler the Creator and Doja Cat headline the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival held in Indio, Greater Palm Springs, California from 12 to 14 and 19 to 21 April at the Empire Polo Field…
See Washington DC’s Cherry Blossom Festival
America’s East Coast may be famed for spectacular fall foliage, but Autumn isn’t the only time the region’s trees put on a show. Springtime is cherry blossom season – and…
What’s New in Hawaii for 2019?
Home to breath-taking landscapes, white sandy beaches, waterfalls and canyons, Hawai‘i has something for all types of travellers, whether you’re looking for relaxation…
6 Images of Colorado, the Centennial State
Arguably one of the most photogenic states in the USA, with sweeping mountain ranges, winding roads, picturesque lakes and more, the beauty of Colorado, the Centennial State, is incomparable. Here…
Gilroy Garlic Festival 2022, California
Garlic lovers get your diaries out now and book in 23 July to 1 August for the Gilroy Garlic Festival. This weekend is full of fun and great garlicky food, such as garlic chips and garlic…
Frozen Dead Guy Days, Colorado, USA
Come March, Estes Park Nederland in Colorado hosts one of the quirkiest festivals in the US, if not the world. Frozen Dead Guy Days Nederland features frozen festivities with dozens…
National Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington DC
Anyone who has visited the US capital during Spring will find it impossible to forget the overwhelming sight of hundreds upon hundreds of delicate flowering cherry trees, looking like canopies…
Five Reasons to Visit Arizona in 2019
This year, 2019, marks the start of a landmark year for Arizona which will include anniversaries, celebrations and even a new nonstop route on American Airlines between London…
Celebrate Easy Rider’s 50th with a Road Trip
This year brings good news for fans of Easy Rider, the cult American road-trip movie starring Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the film’s…
11 Canada and US Cycle Routes for 2019
Feel the wind through your hair as you ride along some of the most exhilarating Canada and US cycle routes in 2019. Whether looking for a peaceful ride to explore…
New Orleans Mardi Gras 2025
New Orleans Mardi Gras or ‘Fat Tuesday’ is one of the biggest parties in the USA and very distinct from the Rio Carnival or the Trinidad Carnival, Port of Spain. Processions and floats pass by…
Valentine’s Day Ideas for the Over 40s
It’s never too old to fall in love, nor to show you love that special someone. So, to provide some romantic inspiration, Travel Begins at 40 has rounded up a few…
Destinations in Paradise Launches Private Villas
Destinations in Paradise is announcing their exclusive launch as the new luxury retreat company that offers a five-star living experience in three breathtaking locations…
A Great Alaskan Railroad Journey
Inspired by Michael Portillo’s latest BBC Two travelogue to explore the USA’s ‘Last Frontier’ by train for yourself? Rail holiday specialist Ffestiniog Travel has created a tailor-made tour that follows…
Hertz: US Road Trip Capital
Route 66 has been named as the most Instagram-worthy road trip in the world, according to Brits. The study, commissioned by Hertz in the UK, polled 2,000 adults to identify the latest trends in road trip…
Life Changing Year of Travel Campaign
Luxury tour operator Abercrombie & Kent has launched its Life Changing Year of Travel campaign, a collection of experiences designed to truly immerse travellers in a variety of destinations and ways. Highlighting the companies…
Divided Streets of San Francisco
At the end of his week’s trip through California, Mark Bibby Jackson follows some of his favourite movies through the streets of San Francisco and finds amid all the amazing…
What’s New in Sonoma County, California
The festive season brings a flurry of new wine tasting venues, taprooms, and restaurants to Sonoma County, adding to the region’s abundant mix of fine flavours and experiences. Here’s a…
Fine Tuning in Tri-Valley California
Continuing his journey from Tuolumne County to San Francisco, Mark Bibby Jackson pops in on Tri-Valley California and discovers a thing or two about fine wines. “I can detect tobacco…
Fly Direct to Charleston with BA
Charleston, South Carolina – considered one of the USA’s best small cities – is one to watch for in 2019. In April, the genteel seaside city (famed for cobblestone streets, an exciting food scene and yesteryear… …
Yosemite Park and Beyond : Tuolumne County
On a trip to Yosemite Park and Tuolumne County, Mark Bibby Jackson glories in the vast open spaces, incredibly friendliness and wonderful nature, as he discovers another side to California…
White Christmas in Arizona
Dreaming of a white Christmas but not a fan of the cold? Get the best of both worlds with a festive trip to Phoenix, Arizona. The desert city is a favourite choice for winter sun-seekers, who flock here to bask in balmy 24C…
