US holidays
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Continuing our series about memorable encounters, we hear the story of the fire watchman of Desolation Peak in Washington State
National parks
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This demanding trek amid granite domes and giant trees culminates in a climb up 4,421-metre Mount Whitney but it’s worth every lung-busting step -
The canyon, which turns 100 this year, sees 6 million annual visitors – and sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck behind all of them -
On 26 February 1919, President Woodrow Wilson established the Grand Canyon national park. Rare images offer a rich visual record of this remarkable place
Adventure holidays
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Looking for a big adventure? A challenging Californian trek taught me and my boys the value of patience, trust and bottomless snacks -
Photographer Bart Smith has been hiking the US’s national trails since 1992. On the 50th anniversary of the National Trails System Act, we select some of his best images from 25 years of walking -
With forests, mountains and Native American reservations nearby, this town is a goldmine for the adventurous, and there’s a homespun arts scene, too
Food & drink
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Tech money is changing a city loved for its location amid the great outdoors but its cool offbeat feel – and famous beer and coffee scenes – remain -
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Whether you’re looking for a dream holiday or a last-minute city break, here’s the lowdown on how to find bargains and late deals for all types of getaway from now until December
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Looking for inspiration for this year’s holiday? We’ve selected 40
hot destinations for 2015, each with a fresh reason to visit, from new budget flights, hotels, arts events and festivals to a solar eclipse … -
Discover New York City summer activities that are perfect for families … Angela Hederman and Michael Berman, authors of a new guide to New York with kids, pick their top 10 things to do
Top 10s
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With direct flights launching from London to one of America’s most charming cities, here are the places to delve into its history and Southern cuisine -
Palm Springs’ modernist masterpieces are celebrated in this week’s fall preview but the mountain haven for the Hollywood set is worth a visit any time of year -
The city’s bars and music scene are among the most vibrant in the US. And with Lake Michigan beaches to relax on and two new budget flights from the UK, now is the time to go -
As the Boss regales Broadway audiences with his show of songs and stories about growin’ up and life in the spotlight, we pick out New Jersey locations that have played a big part in his life and career
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