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2. OVERVIEW Beaches & Sun : Maui, Hawaii; Miami Beach; Kauai, San Diego Adventure : Grand Canyon, Kalua-Kona, Yosemite Park, Moab • • History & Culture : New York City, Boston, Washington DC Romance : Hawaii, New Orleans, Carmel Snowboarding: Banff, Whister (Canada) • • • Relaxation & Rejuvenation: Sedona, Los Angeles, Hawaii Casinos: Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Reno Shopping: New York City, San Francisco, Beverly Hills • • •

3. BEACHES & SUN MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA At the shore in Miami Beach, visitors can swim, surf and jet ski in the warm and crystal-clear Atlantic waters. You can also nap on the white sands, work on a tan or simply watch the beautiful people, especially at South Beach, a favourite of models and celebrities. MAUI, HAWAII Tropical trade winds cool Maui's thirty miles of glorious black, white and red sand beaches. With a constellation of splendid sandy spots ranging from secluded secrets to bustling beaches with restaurants and board hire, Maui has a beach to suit beachcombers, surfers, picnickers and swimmers. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA Beaches and bays dot the coast of California's second-largest city. Top-rated, family-friendly Coronado Beach is set among turn-of-the-century mansions. Other gorgeous sandy spots include Blacks Beach, where sunbathers go au naturel, and La Jolla Shores, popular for snorkelling and kayaking. KAUAI, HAWAII With about 50 miles of beaches, Kauai has plenty of shoreline to explore. Swimming is great just about anywhere, but most people prefer the beaches on the north and south coasts, where the white sands stretch on and on and surfers refine their craft.

4. ADVENTURE KAILUA-KONA, HAWAII Located about two miles north of the airport, the Kona Coast State Park's trio of tranquil, uncrowded beaches cater to swimming, kayaking, picnicking and snorkelling. It's possible to spot Hawaiian green sea turtles among the arches and caves of the offshore coral reefs. Surfers congregate in the winter for the big surf. GRAND CANYON, ARIZONA At this behemoth of a canyon, white water and calm water rafting trips plunge along 277 river miles, fixed-wing and helicopter tours soar above its mile- deep maw and hikes and mule rides cover the terrain from rim to rim. Horseback tours operate from stables just outside the park's south entrance. YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, CALIFORNIA Within the nearly 1,200 square miles of one of America's first national parks are top-notch hiking trails to waterfalls, giant sequoia groves, meadows and the iconic granite cliff, Half Dome. Three stables inside the park boundaries lead horse and mule rides that last from two hours up to a full day. MOAB,USA With three scenic byways, plus Canyonlands and Arches national parks close at hand, Moab inspires outdoor desert adventures. Cycle, climb or hike among sandstone cliffs and mind-blowing rock formations, raft the Colorado River or take a four-wheel-drive day trip through the arid backcountry.

5. HISTORY & CULTURE BOSTON "The Athens of America" has an important place in American history. One can explore the city's past and present along the Freedom Trail and at Faneuil Hall, the USS Constitution, the Kennedy Library, Fenway Park, the Public Garden and the Boston Public Library, the first of its kind in the United States. NEW YORK CITY Though it is not the oldest city in America, no place has more history or culture than New York. One visit can't fit all the highlights: the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, Central Park, Metropolitan Museum of Art, MoMA, Natural History Museum and, of course, the moving site of Ground Zero. WASHINGTON DC Perhaps the most political city in the world, Washington D.C.'s history has been coloured by democracy, debate, scandal and progress. Visitors can relive the highs and lows of American history at the Washington Monument and Lincoln Memorial, the Smithsonian Institution, Capitol Hill and the White House.

6. ROMANCE HAWAII NEW ORLEANS New Orleans' distinct sensual soundtrack plays as you explore the atmospheric streets of the French Quarter and beyond. Jazz, zydeco and blues waft out of bars and juke joints, the clip of hoofs resounds as carriages trot past and the murmur of couples' voices rises from hidden courtyard cafes. As many types of spas as there are colours of volcanic sand abound in Hawaii. Choose from a flotilla of distinctively Hawaiian takes on traditional therapies, from seashell massage to volcanic ash facials and hot lava stone. If the energy of the dynamic waves doesn't renew you, test the waters of Watsu, a water-based shiatsu form. CARMEL Sandy beaches and dramatic ocean surf attract romantics to Carmel. Between Pebbles Beach and Big Sur, Carmel has an abundance of beaches, parks and the beautiful Carmel Mission and Museum. The area is amply s t o c k e d w i t h r o m a n t i c guesthouses and inns.

7. RELAXATION SEDONA, ARIZONA LOS ANGELES Spa culture has percolated throughout every echelon of city life in L.A. People from all walks of life consider spa sessions crucial for preserving health and happiness, and a bevy of diverse day spas blanket the city. They are particularly abundant in West Hollywood and Santa Monica. Mind and body healing stars in spiritual Sedona, a centre for personal enrichment, yoga and hypnotherapy retreats. The stunning desert setting has its own dramatic regenerative and inspiring effect. Stimulating red rocks present an energizing backdrop for a holistic approach to complete health. HAWAII As many types of spas as there are colours of volcanic sand abound in Hawaii. Choose from a flotilla of distinctively Hawaiian takes on traditional therapies, from seashell massage to volcanic ash facials and hot lava stone. If the energy of the dynamic waves doesn't renew you, test the waters of Watsu, a water-based shiatsu form.

8. CASINOS LAS VEGAS, NEVADA The neon-lit casinos on The Strip, the gaming heart of Las Vegas, just keep getting more opulent as they replicate Euro landmarks, add thrill rides and c e l e b r i t y c h e f - d r i v e n restaurants, and incorporate new Cirque du Soleil shows. Gamblers who prefer vintage Sin City head downtown to Fremont Street. ATLANTIC CITY, NEW JERSEY The action in Atlantic City is on the famous Boardwalk and at the tables of the fabulous array of this good-time city's casinos. Vegas-by-the-Sea is home to the reborn Steel Pier, Ripley's Believe it or Not and a plethora of places to play from Bally's Grand to gaudy Caesars. RENO, NEVADA In addition to its banks of slot machines and abundant table g a m e s , R e n o o f f e r s a kaleidoscopic array of nightlife options, from oldies revues and country-and-western to rock and comedy. Follow an evening of poker or baccarat with a headline show or nightclubbing in Reno or nearby Sparks.

9. SNOWBOARDING BANFF, CANADA WHISTLER, CANADA Attractive, Swiss-style Whistler, site of the 2010 Winter Olympics, attracts droves of American, Japanese, German and English skiers. Visitors ski and board down sparkling Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, ricochet around forested curves on snowmobiles, dangle above it all on Zip treks and have cares soothed away at luxurious Taman Sari spa. The stunning Banff National Park offers the best powder skiing in the world. Outstanding ski resort, Lake Louise, and its near neighbours, Ski Banff at Norquay and Sunshine Village, cover 7,700 acres with wide open bowls, tree-lined glades and meticulously groomed slopes.

10. SHOPPING SAN NEW YORK CITY Perhaps the world's top shopping spot, the Big Apple hardly needs an introduction. Fifth Avenue. Madison Avenue. Soho. Times Square. The list of stellar shopping destinations and famous names is almost endless, so pack light and stock up on everything from electronics to vintage clothes while you're there. FRANCISCO The choice of distinctly different shopping districts in San F r a n c i s c o overwhelming. Whether you want to opt for the opulent Westfield Centre or go funk fantastic in the eclectic Mission or tourist traditional in Union Square, you'll definitely need to bring an empty suitcase when you visit. i s a l m o s t BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA Developed as a shopping district in the 1970s, Beverly Hills' high end Rodeo Drive is a ritzy throwback to the halcyon days of Main Street shopping. Celebrities stalk the sidewalks, big name bags in hand. More than 60 elite clothing and jewellery stores line this main affluent shopping artery.

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