4 Incredible Destinations To Add To Your US Road Trip
The US is the ultimate country for road tripping, thanks to long cross-state, easy-to-drive routes and the amazing stops along the way. The country is vast and offers something for everyone - from nature lovers to culture vultures to beach bums. We have picked four incredible destinations that you might like to add to your American road trip itinerary for future trips. Grab a map and start planning!
Las Vegas, Nevada
Sin City is like nowhere else on Earth. Appearing like a mirage in the middle of the Nevadan desert is the bright lights, excess and glamour of what is best described as a playground for adults. Even seasoned world travellers will be wowed by the entertainment, hotels and of course, casinos that the city has to offer. If there is one place not to miss on your American road trip, this is it.
San Francisco, California
Any stretch of the Pacific Coast Highway is a good one, but San Francisco is one of the most iconic. There is a whole lot of thing to tick off your bucket list while you are here: drive over the Golden Gate Bridge, head out to sea for a visit to Alcatraz and take a walk down to Lands End, for starters. The highway offers the epic coastal scenery the west coast is famous for, so if you love spending time by the sea, this might be the route for you.
Monument Valley, Utah and Arizona
Even if you had never heard the name, chances are you have seen Monument Valley on the big screen. This symbol of the American West has featured in a long list of blockbusters, including Forrest Gump and 2001: A Space Odyssey. The reason for its appeal to filmmakers is obvious: it's red and orange sandstone formations that tower over the surrounding sandy desert make the most spectacular backdrop, and they are even more impressive in real life. Drive through at dawn or dusk to see this magical scenery at its best.
New Orleans, Louisiana
The home of Mardi Gras lives up to its colourful and vibrant reputation. This is a city with a melting pot culture that loves to party, has a world-renowned food and music scene, and a lot of history to discover. If you can, time your arrival during Mardi Gras for the complete New Orleans experience, although whenever you turn up, there is almost guaranteed to be a festival or event going on.
Who feels inspired to hit the road in America? Whichever route you take, there is no question that you are in for the trip of a lifetime with classic road trip destinations like these waiting to be discovered.
