The summer holidays are almost upon us, thank goodness, and the States as always is a great place to holiday in. It offers endless enticing cities, vast country-sides with lakes, mountains and wildlife, and of course its sun-soaked beaches. Whenever I go to the States I always feel that a two stop trip is always much more rewarding than the one, and if you have the time you can make it work within budget.
Take for example, last May we went Dublin-Boston direct with Aer Lingus for three nights visiting my sister and her gang, then went Boston to Orlando with Jet Blue, hired a car and headed to St. Pete’s for a 5 day beach rest before the madness of the parks in Orlando. It was the perfect and easiest trip I have ever taken with children as the mix between city, beach and parks was perfect. And the direct flights, car on site and local transport were all the perfect choice for each location.
The West Coast of the States is another kettle of fish, as once you hit Los Angeles or San Francisco it would be a crying shame not to hire a car and drive along Highway 1 taking in the vineyards, the beaches, the canyons, the cities, the vibe. For me, that too is an excellent US trip and with your own car you get to choose where you want to stay and where you want to go as you drift along.
I personally have only taken the Boston to New York train which took approximately 4 hours in its day, and the New York to Washington DC train. If driving is not your thing and you would like to enjoy the States from the ground and not the air it is certainly worth considering. Prices are relatively inexpensive and like most of the States the routes and times are fairly well organised.
St. Patrick’s Day is a widely celebrated holiday in the United States, particularly in areas with a large Irish-American population, such as Chicago, New York and Boston. Many cities host large parades and festivals, while others may just have smaller celebrations at local pubs or community centres and feature traditional Irish music and dance. St.… Continue reading St. Patrick’s Day in the USA
Flying to Hartford with Aer Lingus is an exciting new opportunity. Are you looking for a fun and entertaining trip to take? Look no further than Hartford, Connecticut! This vibrant city is full of history, culture, and entertainment. From the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art to the Mark Twain House and Museum, there is something… Continue reading Flying to Hartford With Aer Lingus
A dynamic, urban city surrounded by unmatched natural beauty Seattle is a vibrant and bustling city in the Pacific Northwest, known for its stunning natural beauty and unique culture, there’s so many things to do in Seattle, there’s always something new and exciting to discover. One of the city’s most famous landmarks is the Space… Continue reading Things to Do in Seattle
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