On a white-water wishlist trek Abi Jackson overcomes her fears in and out of the water.

Drawn to civilisation, the white giants in turn draw intrepid tourists,.

New England is best known for its beautiful autumn colours, what else can you do there?

Not everyone may know your name but much in Boston is familiar, writes Audrey Young.

If you follow the locals, America's most famous ski resort need not cost the earth.

It's a city of big dreams and big money, but you don't have to have a fortune to have fun.

There's far more to New Orleans than hedonism, writes Sarah Netter.

The residents of this Oregon city are crazy for craft beer. Dina Meshev joins the party.

Where to eat and spot celebs in the city that never sleeps.

The great lava field of Kilauea volcano awes Pamela Wade.

Ricardo Simich's guide to the hot spots in Palm Springs.

Beth J Harpaz checks out new theme park attractions to delight families visiting the US.

There are many reasons to love Hawaii, writes Jane Jurgens.

The lowdown on where to surf, dine and rest your head on holiday.

Shandelle Battersby walks in the footsteps of the USA's Founding Fathers.

Five places outside of Oregon's hipster capital that are also worth visiting.

Anna Harrison checks into an olde world hotel that's reportedly haunted.

Anna Harrison soars and soaks up some culture before cosying up to a moose.

Austin, Texas and Portland, Oregon have the same slogan ... but which really is weirder?

Jo Elwin checks into a hip hotel in the heart of bustling Koreatown.

Scores of US abbeys and retreat centres open their doors to visitors every year.

The winning strand is praised for its outstanding sand, writes Tamara Lush.

Here are the cities and towns to string into your next California road trip.

Anna Harrison gets out and about in the biggest city in Alaska's interior.

Lovers of old Hollywood are drawn to Sinatra's playground.

For a thrilling time when you are in LA, venture across the water to Catalina Island.

Shandelle Battersby checks into a near-new luxury resort near Waikiki Beach.

Sarah Downs finds five of the best places to travel solo in the USA.

Put your Kiwi DIY skills to use when organising a self-guided holiday in the USA...

Winston Aldworth checks into a business hotel a short stroll from the White House.