April 2009

Welcome to the latest edition of the regular Visit USA Travel News USA
e-newsletter. Here are a selection of fun and exciting ideas for a summer or autumn ‘09 holiday in the States and remember, there are some superb special offers around and, once there, America is STILL great value for money.

This month’s Travel Offers: Colorado Springs | Trailfinders | North Carolina |
Kansas & Oklahoma | Fort Lauderdale | America Premier Shopping | Capital Region

Nature’s Playground

Colorado Springs is a ‘Vacation Mecca’ which draws leisure travellers from around the world. Located 96 km south of Denver, visitors are embraced year round by breathtaking scenery and friendly people. The Pikes Peak region is home to more than 50+ attractions like Garden of the Gods, U.S. Olympic Training Centre, U.S. Air Force Academy, Royal Gorge Bridge, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, authentic American West adventures and three historic train tours. The State of Colorado is a four-season destination offering over 300 days of sunshine. Guests can experience the wonder of alpine meadows coated in wildflowers and glacier-formed lakes; concerts in Red Rocks Amphitheatre or horse back rides on see-forever ranch lands; river rafting down miles of white water rapids or skiing at any of our world famous ski resorts. Come visit the West. Come visit Colorado.

Related Links: www.VisitCOS.com www.colorado.com

Free nights and complimentary
upgrades across the USA

From flights to fly-drives, city breaks to escorted tours, Trailfinders can tailormake travel arrangements to suit you! Take advantage of fantastic offers at hotels including free nights, exclusive discounted rates and more. Plus, enjoy free car upgrades and a free tank of fuel when you book 7 days’ car hire.

There’s never been a better
time to visit North Carolina

There’s never been a better time to explore North Carolina, with the state celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park this year. Book your holiday to North Carolina and discover the largest protected land area east of the Rocky Mountains and America’s most-visited national park.
www.uk.visitnc.com

Prairies, Pioneers & Pow Wows

The Kansas/Oklahoma region offers traveller experiences based on AUTHENTIC historic cultures of American-cowboys, frontier pioneers, 39 Native American nations, and oil tycoons. Over 70 state parks offer outdoor enthusiast experiences abundant with wildlife and unspoiled ecosystems. For further information on these exciting destinations visit the state websites: www.TravelKs.com and www.TravelOk.com

Gr8ter Beaches. Gr8ter Savings. Gr8ter Summer. In Greater Fort Lauderdale.

And the beach goes on...in Greater Fort Lauderdale. 23 Blue Wave miles. 8 sunsational beach towns. Kissed by tropical breezes and vibrant with possibility, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood, Dania Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Pompano Beach, Hillsboro Beach and Deerfield Beach offer a frolic-friendly, exploration-ready and ease-filled escape. But which beach is the most “you”? Take Greater Fort Lauderdale’s beach personality quiz, and when you book your holiday online you’ll receive a FREE beach bag filled with fun stuff that’s just your style. From June 1 to September 30, 2009, Greater Fort Lauderdale invites you to double up on the discoveries with 2-for-1 offers on everything from diving to spa treatments to museums and beyond. For 2-for-1 details or to look and book online visit www.sunny.org/uk. Or call 01737 643791 for your free Vacation Planner.

Related Links: www.sunny.org/uk

Shopping & Dining Discounts at America’s Premier Shopping Places

America’s Premier Shopping Places is a unique collection of shopping and dining destinations located throughout the USA - including Miami, New York, Boston, Las Vegas, San Antonio, Chicago and Orlando. A map of the shopping centres and detailed information is available at
www.americasshoppingplaces.com/apsp/trade/map.html.
America’s Premier Shopping Places’ Premier Passport programme offers UK travellers a variety of special savings, offers and amenities at each location. Simply visit

www.americasshoppingplaces.com/apsp/passport/print.html, print the Premier Passport prior to travelling and present it upon arrival at the centre’s Customer Service Desk or designated store location, to receive your offers. Truly dedicated shoppers will enjoy our VIP packages available in Las Vegas, San Antonio and Orlando.
For further information and booking, visit www.shopamericatours.com. We look forward to seeing you soon at America’s Premier Shopping Places!

Win a fabulous ‘Flower Power’
holiday to Capital Region USA

Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC boast some of America’s finest parks and gardens and our new website, introduced by Monty Don and supported by the National Gardens Scheme, highlights these. Visit www.MyCapitalGardensUSA.co.uk and you could win an amazing 11-night holiday for 2 courtesy of America As You Like It.