How to plan the perfect US trip for 2024

Simon Calder's Travel Week

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Sunday, December 17, 2023 This week we're heading across the Pond: it's all about the US. Our neighbour across the Atlantic offers an overwhelming array of choice when it comes to holidays, whether you're looking to embark on a jazz and gumbo crawl in New Orleans, experience a quintessential city break in New York, or hit the slopes in some of the world's premier ski resorts. New York doesn't have to bankrupt you: check out our affordable guide If you're thinking of heading Stateside but need help narrowing down your holiday options, never fear. First off, check out our essential USA travel guide, detailing everything you need to know before you go. We've also pulled together the best US experiences to tick off your bucket-list, plus the top things to see and do in Los Angeles, the most beautiful beaches in Hawaii - plus don't miss our guide to planning an NYC trip on a budget.  Southern comfort My top Southern US road trip: from Greenville South Carolina to Louisville Kentucky, taking in Asheville North Carolina and the amazing Biltmore Mansion. BIRTHPLACE OF KFC North country On the other side of the US, take a road much less travelled through northern Minnesota. The highlight is Hibbing: boyhood home of Bob Dylan and where Greyhound buses were born. FLORIDA-MINNESOTA ROAD TRIP Christmas flights for less than £50 return Discover Independent Travel's outstanding deals for each of the seven days leading up to 25 December  3 nights at 4-star New York hotel from £685pp The deal from British Airways Holidays includes flights, travelling on selected dates in February 2024   Luxury 5-night Las Vegas trip from £1160pp Staying at the 5-star Fontainebleau Las Vegas with flights on selected dates in April 2024 PICK OF THE WEEK: VISIT THE USA From coastal gateways to city escapades, there is a USA for every family. Experience it all. Looking for more travel deals? Sign up to receive offers, competitions and updates from The Independent's carefully selected travel partners. SIGN UP NOW Florida Orlando's best theme parks all you need to know to take your family to Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort. GO TO GUIDE Food and drink Soul food in No Man's Land Louisiana takes its pit stop grub seriously – here's how to embark on a gas station culinary trail. GET INSPIRED New Jersey offers a journey of bite-sized distances and diverse cultural, natural and culinary surprises. Ellie Seymour Travel writer Hotels Affordable New York stays Our experts have carefully curated the best budget New York hotels to ensure a wallet-friendly stay. BOOK NOW Feature Visit this under-the-radar state New Jersey is the US state no one thinks to visit – but there's more to this unsung destination than The Sopranos. READ MORE How to spend a day in New Orleans' jazz-inflected, fun-loving French Quarter Soak in Colorado's hot springs – these are the best ones to dip into in 2024 6 Texas cities to visit on your USA trip – from Austin to Dallas There's an impressive 42 per cent off this Samsonite suitcase. Designed as hand luggage - it's ideal for short city breaks. Catching an early flight? Ensure you wake up in time, with 40 per cent off the Lumie sunrise alarm clock.  Heading off on a family ski holiday? We've tried and tested the 10 best kids' snow boots, certain to keep little feet toasty. READ NOW  Need a tablet to take on your travels? We've rounded up the best iPad deals (featuring big savings) for December 2023. READ NOW The Independent proudly partners with Refuge and the National Domestic Abuse Helpline: 0808 2000 247 Join the conversation or follow us Download the free Independent app Please do not reply directly to this email   You are currently registered to receive The Independent's Travel newsletter   To unsubscribe from The Independent Travel newsletter, or to manage your email preferences please click here.   This e-mail was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345 Read our privacy notice and cookie policy