To mark 60 years, Disneyland has conjured up spectacular parades and fireworks, writes Peter Mitchell.

It's hard to imagine this "park in the sky" was once the domain of thundering freight trains.

More than 20 years after hearing a song, Nigel Richardson sees the frontier city that inspired it.

Wanting a family-friendly way to explore the Caribbean? Then board a Disney Cruise ship in Galveston, suggests Tim Lamb.

The Texan capital has an outlaw spirit that makes it the perfect place to party, writes Ewan McDonald.

Nashville's mix of Southern hospitality and rich creative heritage hits just the right note for Jez Smadja.

Listen to the music when you explore the Southern city of Memphis, Tennessee, advises Tim Lamb.

Winston Aldworth checks out the differences between two great theme parks.

The Florida city of Orlando has more options than you'd think, writes Megan Singleton.

Prepare to be surprised by the Caribbean-like white sands of Florida's Emerald Coast, writes Tim Lamb.

That's a hard-won pearl of wisdom for visitors to Florida's Legoland hotel and park, warns Josie Clarke.

In Orange County, Shandelle Battersby swaps fast food for fresh, sophisticated cuisine.

Josh Noel finds the island of Molokai non-touristy, caring and relaxed - not to mention friendly.

Louisiana's New Orleans is a comfortable road trip destination from Houston, writes Tim Lamb.

One thing that New Orleans does better than anywhere else is party, discovers Ewan McDonald.

Sophie Barclay takes the train from New Orleans up through Tennessee to Chicago, following a trail of American music history.

Alex Robertson enjoys incredible skiing at a resort in Utah with a rich history, loads of powder and an incredible number of runs.

Beignets and buskers are among the Big Easy's delights, writes Megan Singleton.

Ahead of Air New Zealand beginning its direct flights to Houston in December, Ewan McDonald visits the space base.

In Dallas, Winston Aldworth finds there's still plenty of heat in the conspiracy theories.

Megan Singleton finds the best places to grab a drink in Washington DC.

Once you've taken in the obligatory baseball match, why not head to one of these Big Apple favourites ...

In the legendary Yankee Stadium, Andrew Alderson finds fabulous atmosphere - and great chilli dogs - at America's big show.

Tim Stewart takes to the trails of Utah and is overwhelmed by the diversity and beauty of the rock formations.

Heading to the US' Sunshine State? Stop in at the city of St Petersburg and check out some of these sights ...

For decades, it was a whipped dog of a city but Kate Roff discovers a different Detroit. This one is grabbing hold of a new lease on life.

Europe isn't the only place to boast impressive churches and cathedrals, the United States also has a wonderful mix of traditional and modern places of worship.

Jack Barlow is riveted by the wildlife, human and animal, of Cajun Louisiana.

Looking for an excuse to indulge your inner foodie while travelling? Plan your next trip around one of these events ...

A convoy of Harley riders share Brett Atkinson's enthusiasm for Oregon.