Find and book the perfect apartment or holiday home in the United States
Enter a melting pot of culture and identity in the US. Music, art and film finds its way into everyday life, so why not stay in a local bed and breakfast through our trusted partner TripAdvisor. Explore the Canadian border on a wilderness trek and take to the driving seat along Route 66. From the beaches of Malibu and the fame of Hollywood to the open plains of the Wild West, your vacation rental in the US will be one of a lifetime.
How to Get to the US
From the UK, flying is the generally the only option. Non-stop flights fly from London to New York and take anywhere between 8 to 10 hours based on the airline you choose. Stopover destinations are possible; however, they can take around 36 hours. This is the same for Washington D.C.
Flying to the West Coast like Los Angeles takes around 11-13 hours on a nonstop flight and takes around 10 hours to Vegas. Perhaps fly to a destination on the West coast and hire a car then set off on a road trip of dreams.
Getting Around the US
A popular way of travelling around this immense country is to rent a car or RV and road trip around. Route 66, now called ‘Historic Route 66' is also known as the Main Street of America'. It passes through multiple small towns, motels and restaurants and connects Los Angeles to Chicago. Becoming famous in one of John Steinbeck's books, this route is not one to be missed. Stay at hostels or short stay apartments whilst on the move.
Alternatively, you could drive along the Pacific Coast Highway, a stunning stretch of road that follows the Californian coast. Stop off for amazing views and ocean side cliff walks. If you want to see the true American country drive on the US-50, a road that stretches 3,200 miles through San Francisco, Nevada, Utah, Colorado and the Great Plains.
Distance is the biggest obstacle, so if you are not up for driving, book internal flights from state to state. If you are on more of a budget, the US has an extensive network of trains. Mainline trains go down the East Coast connecting Boston, Connecticut and New York, and other connecting routes include Chicago, St. Louis and New Orleans. There are also regular bus routes, but this is the slowest way if you are on a tight schedule.
Where to Stay on the East Coast
New York
Make your dreams come true and book a penthouse in New York. The Big Apple is a magical city with an incredibly fast paced lifestyle. It is made up of five boroughs each with their own unique personalities; the Upper East Side is one of the more ‘up market' neighbourhoods whereas Soho has an upcoming trendy scene.
Washington D.C.
The nation's capital is certainly on many people's travel bucket lists. Washington offers several different things for visitors to do and see. Find holiday rental in Washington DC and stay within the confines of the nation's capital. Washington houses several museums such as the National Air and Space Museum and the National Gallery of Art, visit the beautiful Botanical Gardens and the White House for the full Washington experience.
Miami
Rent an apartment in Miami South Beach for your next summer holiday to be a stone's throw away form the most exclusive beach town. Miami has been known to be fed by the myths of capitalism; money and fashion, with tall skyscrapers in Miami downtown as well as exclusive villas on the sea. Miami is deeply connected to its Caribbean roots with mojito bars and Spanish Catholic missions and an important community of Cuban refugees.
Where to Stay on the West Coast
Las Vegas
Book a party apartment or villa in Las Vegas for an unforgettable weekend in this infamous city of debauchery. Vegas sits in Nevada's Mojave Desert and is famed for its vibrant nightlife, centred around 24-hour casinos and nightclubs. Outrageous architecture such as the Luxor Hotel and Casino shaped as a pyramid are not worth a miss as well as the Las Vegas Strip which is where all the action is.
San Francisco
Book a holiday rental in San Francisco to stay in an apartment or b&b through our trusted partners Booking.com and Airbnb. San Francisco offers an amazing cultural holiday for each visitor including visiting the spectacular Golden Gate Bridge, former prison Alcatraz, Grace Cathedral and the Coit Memorial Tower.
Los Angeles
LA offers everything from beaches and parks to a thriving theatre and music scene. Enjoy the area's Hollywood atmosphere, live music and museums with a holiday rental house in Los Angeles. Visit the Californian go-to Venice Beach filled with hip cafes, yoga and skateboarders or wander along the Hollywood Walk of Fame to spot the stars with names of top actors and actresses. Rent an apartment and explore this wonderful city.
Grand Canyon National Park
The Grand Canyon National Park in Arizona is a huge area of layered bands of red rock. Find a campsite cabin on the Bright Angel Trail or local homestay in the Grand Canyon Village. A spectacular landscape and not one to missed, the Grand Canyon National Park offers famous hiking routes, canyoning, rafting and much more – it is the perfect destination for any adrenaline hunter.
Also visit: Yellowstone National Park, Rocky Mountains and Zion National Park, Texas, California's Death Valley.
Climate
The sheer size of North America means that the climate varies considerably from region to region. In winter, the northern states are the coldest, experiencing bitter winds and freezing temperatures. Summers are hot in the US, Washington and New England tend to be rainier and have less consistent weather patterns.