Want to go big with your next break?
Head to the USA where you can explore lush national parks, surf in Hawaii, witness icebergs in Alaska, and live the glam life in glitzy LA. Here, Lightfoot Travel share their favourite American holiday options.
Surfing and sea turtles in Hawaii
Home to some of the world’s best beaches and dramatic landscapes, Hawaii is the perfect escape for those who love nature and adventure. Kick off your shoes and head for the white sands and turquoise waters of Maui and Kauai before upping the adventure and taking a thrilling helicopter flight over the islands’ national parks and volcanoes. For a fun family day out, go on a kayaking trip to see sea turtles – kids will love how cute they are. Afterwards, try sea rafting, splash around in waterfalls, or return to your hotel where you can hit the spa, bar or pool. Say hola to an example itinerary here
California Road Trip
California dreaming? Then take to the road and discover the famous west coast of America at your own speed. Start from bustling San Francisco, visiting museums, art galleries and Alcatraz before continuing to the Napa Valley for hiking trails, wine tasting and spa treatments. Next, head for the granite monoliths, roaring waterfalls and alpine meadows of Yosemite National Park where you can swim, climb and fish (and go glamping if the mood takes you). Pick up on the beautiful coastline of Big Sur where we recommend rolling your car’s rooftop right down to experience the rugged beauty and panoramic ocean views in all their glory, and end your trip going from Santa Barbara to LA for beach time, shopping, cocktailing, and wearing seriously cool shades. Look up a sample itinerary here
US National Park Explorer
If you’re on the outdoorsy side, the USA has some of the most amazing landscapes in the world, just waiting to be hiked, biked, climbed or horse ridden across. Head for the sandstone trails of Zion National Park where years of powerful storms have seen water and ice carve away at the rock face, crafting fascinating rock formations. Visit Bryce Canyon National Park, a natural amphitheatre full of Hoodoos – pillars of rock that have been formed by wind, ice, and water erosion. Soak up the mountain and valley scenery as you unwind in the wild, spending your nights by the bonfire while listening to live music and eating fresh farm-to-table food. Find more inspiration here
Alaska With Lindblad Expeditions
Prep your warmest winter wardrobe and embark on a bucket-list worthy trip to Southeast Alaska. Make one of Lindblad Expeditions’ small expedition ships your home and venture into misty fjords, tidewater glaciers and islands teeming with wildlife such as Brown bears, Humpback whales, Orcas, Steller sea lions and Bald eagles. Get your legs moving with a hike through lush forests to stunning waterfalls, kayak amongst the mini icebergs at Mendenhall Glacier, and ride Zodiacs into secluded inlets to look for endemic wildlife. For further details, log onto an example itinerary here
Lightfoot Travel is a luxury tour operator with offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai and London, specialising in designer holidays around the world. Tel +65 6438 4091.www.lightfoottravel.com
