Many of Maine's historic lighthouses have been preserved in working condition - some you can even stay in.

Eveline Harvey explores some lesser-known California hot spots.

This former mining settlement sits on a windswept plateau in eastern California, some 2500m above sea level. Notorious for lawlessness in its heyday, it's now an isolated ghost town whose buildings have been left to the elements.

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James Robinson finds Oklahoma people are good-natured and big on basketball and memorials.

Gatsby fans will love the sheer opulence of these five high society houses in Newport.

Pass the tissues 'cos the waterworks at this wedding are real deep, says Kevin Pilley.

Michael Burgess masters a touch of vertigo to get a bird’s eye view.

Explore the USA by bike on one of these great cycle trails.

The residents of Calgary go crazy for their annual Stampede, writes Peter Hughes.

Schedule in a visit to see the animals at one of these institutions next time you're in the USA.

Michael Burgess enjoys the freshest produce and craft beer on the West Coast of the USA.

Plan a trip to one of these wonderful gardens next time you're Stateside.

America's favourite summer pastime can be a hypnotic experience, writes Dylan Cleaver.

Palm Springs is party-town again, writes Leena Tailor.

Get into the swing of local music culture by attending one of these great music festivals.

Wolf, fox, beaver, otter, mink, lynx: take your pick. Alaskans stuff 'em and keep snug in 'em too, finds Pamela Wade.

A family in Texas claim to have shot and killed a chupacabra, a mythical creature with a reputation for sucking blood from live-stock across America.

These five American ski resorts offer everything required for a great winter holiday workout.

Britney Spears' big, bold and beautiful over-the-top shows are pulling in the crowds on The Strip at Las Vegas.

Rhys Darby's guide to the greatest hits of the United States.

Detroiters are fighting back against the drug dealers, rapists and gangs who have made life almost intolerable for years in this embattled Michigan city.

Cocktail smacks normal over the edge, writes Kelly Lynch.

Pamela Wade - and her nightie - enjoy her cruise so much she'll be back.

Once you've seen the bright lights of The Strip, check out these other great things to see and do in The Silver State.

Las Vegas may never sleep but Daniel Richardson found just the place to relax - in glorious Roman style.

Brett Atkinson climbs aboard Portland, Oregon's Ale Trail of tastes at craft brew pubs.

From waterfalls, geysers and grizzly bears to wildflowers, beaches and canyons, America's national parks have something for everyone.

If you're a water baby like Megan Singleton, there's lots to do in California's Marina del Rey.

Want to see some real cowboys and cowgirls at work? Head to one of these rodeo hotspots.