The USA is home to several of the world's most exciting cities, some truly mind-blowing landscapes, a strong sense of regionalism, and some of the most approachable natives in the world. If the United States has one defining quality, it's variety!
Here is a small compilation of some great things to do while in this wondrous country:
Indy 500, Indianapolis Motor Speedway: A deafening roar from the 30 or more racing cars and the 500,000 spectators around the concrete oval lets you know that this Speedway hosts more than just a race.
The US Masters (April 7-13):
All Golf buffs have to see arguably the world's greatest golf tournament, held on one of America's most challenging and picturesque courses - the Augusta National in Georgia.
Tornado Tourism:
If you are fascinated by the destructive force of hurricanes, there is a company that can now take you to the eye of the storm.
Ellis Island Tour:
Among the most moving museums to visit and one of the touchstones of America's cultural diversity.
Desert drive from Las Vegas to LA:
Leave the cacophony of Vegas behind and cruise out into the peace and quiet of the Mojave Desert in a sports car with the top down to experience the idea of heaven!
Super bowl, Tampa Bay:
Hosts the sporting event of the year in the United States. It is likely to be a rowdy night, so you might want to unwind with a trip to the Everglades, the Keys or the beaches of Miami.
Best Beach: Ocracoke Island, North Carolina
Voted by Dr Stephen Leatherman (aka Dr Beach) as the finest beach in the US in 2007, this, the southernmost of a string of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina, will not disappoint.
Zero Gravity flights, Cape Canaveral:
Take the weight off your feet with a parabolic flight used by NASA to train its astronauts for the past 45 years from the Kennedy Space Center, near Orlando.
Graceland
No one can pass through Memphis without visiting the surprisingly small and unsurprisingly hillbilly home of Elvis, open for tours since 1982.