Every year, on July 4th Americans around the globe celebrate their national day of Independence. The Fourth of July (also known as Independence Day) has been a federal holiday since 1941, however the tradition of celebrating Independence traces back to the 18th century. On 2nd July in 1776, the Continental […]
Mother nature has produced some remarkable scenery in America’s West. From spectacular rock formations and deep canyons to sparkling waterfalls, geysers and lakes, there’s a wide variety of breathtaking natural wonders for you to see. Grand Canyon National Park One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world, the Grand […]
With over 130 festivals a year, there’s a celebration for everything and everyone almost every weekend in Louisiana’s largest city New Orleans. With events ranging from pop music to tomatoes, the influential city offers visitors many a colourful event to choose from. Unless you’re nearby New Orleans, experiencing all that […]
Did you know that the United States is home to more than 400 National Parks?! With so many deemed national parks, it’s understandable that there may be a few (or a lot) that you didn’t realise were actually National Parks… California Golden Gate Bridge Golden Gate National Park chronicles two […]
When people think of Alaska, it’s likely that snow, glaciers and wildlife may come to mind. Alaska is the largest state in the USA and has a diverse terrain made up of mountains, forest and stunning scenery. The 49th US state is an intriguing destination with a lot to offer […]
From the jaw-dropping landscape of the Grand Canyon to the dramatic mountains that oversee Denali, there’s no denying that the United States National Parks are an expansive group of sites to bear witness to. There are 63 National Parks in America that are operated by the National Parks Service (a […]