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.

If jazz is your poison, be prepared to drink your fill in New Orleans, writes Sophie Barclay.

Sample the cowboy lifestyle - hire a car and visit the best that Houston and nearby Texas Hill Country have to offer, says Tim Lamb.

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 ...

George Gonzalez visits two sites linked to the mysterious mastermind of American horror.

A visit to the USA's famous Monument Valley is an awe-inspiring experience, writes Ellen Creager.

This seaside city's history as a magnet for the prominent can be traced back further than its glittering 19th-century heyday, writes Robert DiGiacomo.

For marathoners there's no better way to see a different country than on foot, packing more than 42km of scenery into the experience and having a finishing medal as proof.

Pamela Wade finds there's more to this Massachusetts city than its spooky history.

Six fabulous US spots to see in the new year.

This state is known for its mountains, rivers, open plains and Old West history.

Hawaii celebrates its design heritage in a show that offers a welcome break from the beach, writes Janetta Mackay.

Prepare to let your jaw drop as you take in this northern state's grand vistas.

Spend a moment with the ghosts of Little Bighorn, writes Ben Stanley.

Shop up a storm at these Big Apple landmarks.

New Zealand's own mother of the nation, Judy Bailey, visits internet mogul Larry Ellison's Hawaiian island - and is impressed by his preservation project.