— Where you'll stay —
As you might imagine, a country as huge and diverse as the US offers a wide range of places to stay. The big cities present a broad selection of hotels to suit most tastes and budgets, and we've hand-picked options to stay ranging from good value to sophisticated luxury.
Many of the national parks offer more simple lodging with locations perfect for exploring the surrounding area, while family-friendly resorts and exclusive retreats dot the coastline and have spectacular ocean views. In the South, you'll find hotels defined by their charm and character.
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FIFA World Cup 2026: Everything Travellers Need to Know About Attending Matches in the US
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the biggest sporting event to hit North America in decades, and attending a match is rapidly becoming a bucket-list travel experience. US host cities include Seattle, Kansas City, Los Angeles, New York, Dallas, San Francisco, Boston, Miami, Philadelphia, and Atlanta. Each city offers a completely different atmosphere — from Seattle's Pacific Northwest cool to Miami's Latin-infused energy. Tickets, transport, and accommodation require advance planning.
Curated Experiences
As part of their research trips, our specialists seek out authentic ways to get to know the US and the best local guides. These activities reflect some of their best-loved experiences.
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The island of Hawai'iAccompanied by a local guide, you'll visit some of the island of Hawaiʻi's volcanic sites on this private tour, as well as its beaches. The tour starts in Volcanoes National Park, viewing an active shield volcano, and can end on the coast.
BOSTONWith this cruise you will be introduced to all the history, sights and lore that Boston Harbor has to offer.
OʻahuEmbark on a culinary tour of Kennebunkport's signature seafood and artisan fare. Taste your way around the town's thriving food scene, taking in everything from whoopie pies (the state's official sweet treat) and blueberry-filled doughnuts to lavender mead and fresh coffee.
The island of Hawai'iJourneying to the summit of dormant volcano Mauna Kea for sunset, you can navigate the Hawaiian night sky by telescope under the expertise of your stargazing guide. On the way, you'll see the lava flows of the volcanically shaped landscape.
Denali National ParkThis is a six to eight hour narrated tour that takes you 86 kilometers along the wilderness road into Denali National Park. The duration of the tour may vary, depending on road and weather conditions, particularly in the shoulder seasons of May and September.
O'AHUOn this guided tour of Pearl Harbor, you can gain a deeper understanding of the 1941 attack on the US naval base and visit the USS Arizona Memorial, which pays tribute to those who lost their lives.
SedonaDuring this three-hour 4x4 off-road tour you will ascend an amazing 2,000 feet to the very top of the Mogollon Rim.
San Francisco Sonoma and Napa counties' Mediterranean climate makes them the premium wine grape-growing regions of the USA.
MauiWith this cruise you will be introduced to all the history, sights and lore that Boston Harbor has to offer.
North ConvayIn 1869 the Mount Washington Cog Railway was completed and today visitors can, weather permitting, take the coal-fired train, or a newer, eco-friendly train, to the mountain's summit. This thrilling trip rewards all passengers with magnificent mountain views.
AnchorageThe Glacier Wonderland cruise includes some stunning scenery. Prince William Sound lies just south of the rugged Chugach Mountains — a breathtaking maze of forested islands, glacier carved fjords and wildlife-filled waterways.
Los AngelesGo behind the scenes of your favorite shows and films at Warner Brothers, the world's busiest motion picture and television studios with a rare look into the world of entertainment.
New YorkThis two-hour Saturday afternoon walking tour takes you through the oldest parts of New York City.
JuneauThis tour combines two of the best attractions in the Juneau area — the Mendenhall Glacier and whale watching. The Mendenhall Glacier is Juneau's biggest attraction and a humbling sight, while the waters off the coast of Juneau are well known for the large number of humpback whales that migrate from Hawaii each summer.
AlaskaOf the many highlights you can expect, a visit to the massive floating icebergs of the Columbia Glacier, one of the largest tidewater glaciers in south-central Alaska, is truly a thrilling experience.