Meet Boston

Boston Calling Music Festival is a 3-day music festival taking place in the heart of the city over the Memorial Day Weekend from 23 -25 May 2025. This year an epic weekend awaits along the Charles River at the Harvard Athletic Complex, with more than 50 performances across 4 outdoor stages, the best food in Boston, 100-foot ferris wheel, art installations and life-size games await audiences. The star line up for 2025 includes; Luke Combs, Avril Lavigne, Sheryl Crow, Fall Out Boy and many more.

The 15th annual Boston Jazz Fest, taking place 29-30 August 2025 is a vibrant celebration of America’s musical heritage. This annual event brings together world class jazz musicians for an unforgettable experience. Visitors can immerse themselves in the rich sounds of this timeless art form with performances ranging from classical to contemporary. The festival is ideal for summer visitors to the city who can enjoy the location in Boston’s Maritime Park in the Seaport District. 2025 lineup to be announced soon!

https://www.meetboston.com/events/festivals-and-annual-events/

Maverick Helicopters

Have you ever experienced the buzzing atmosphere of the Electric Daisy Carnival? As North America’s largest festival, drawing in thousands of festivalgoers each year, it’s an experience like no other. For over a decade, Maverick Helicopters has proudly been the exclusive provider of VIP helicopter transfers. From lift off, the experience is nothing short of luxury, setting the tone for guests who are ready to party at one of the most unforgettable festivals in North America.

This year from 16–19 May, Las Vegas will transform into a pulsing, neon-lit playground as the Electric Daisy Carnival takes over, promising musical genius, immense stage design, dazzling pyrotechnics, and larger-than-life performers. The headline includes Afro Jack, Chase & Status, Horsegirl and Mike Posner to name just a handful.

With unrivalled production and a star-studded lineup, EDC is a crown jewel in the Las Vegas festival calendar. So, buckle in and prepare to enjoy your Maverick flight as you soak in the views and get ready to dance until dawn. After all, what flies in Vegas, stays in Vegas.

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Explore Louisiana

With Louisiana hosting more than 400 festivals each year, covering everything from food and culture to music, it more than justifies its reputation as the Festival State of the U.S. Whatever your interests, there’s a festival for every taste, steeped in local tradition, making Louisiana a festival hub beyond compare.

Take downtown Lafayette where the Festival International from 23-27 April is set to play on all your senses, promising a gourmet culinary experience, music from across the globe, handcrafted artworks, and much more besides. Best of all, admission is free.

Chuck Fest on 18 October is one of Lake Charles’ must-visit festival experiences. Organised by the Arts and Humanities Council of Southwest Louisiana, it has grown into one of the city’s largest free annual festivals, with five stages across downtown delivering a mix of music, art markets, beer tents, and kids’ zones.

Ponchatoula, the Strawberry capital of Louisiana, is home to the annual Strawberry Festival taking place from 11-13 April, is the largest free harvest festival in the state. Since the festival was first held back in 1972, the event has blossomed into something much bigger, and it now draws in over 30,000 people annually as visitors flock to enjoy the rich mix of parades, stalls and live music, not forgetting the seemingly endless supply of delicious strawberries.

https://www.explorelouisiana.com/festivals-events-louisiana

Visit New Orleans

From 24 April – 4 May, New Orleans ushers in the renowned Jazz and Heritage Festival, a time-honoured event that has become a crown jewel in the city’s festival scene. Dating back to 1970, Jazz Fest’s origins can be traced to a moment when Mahalia Jackson, often hailed the greatest gospel singer, was handed a microphone and spontaneously joined in with a passing brass band. It was here, in this pivotal moment that the spirit of Jazz Fest was born. Over the decades, Jazz fest has seen performances from musical legends such as Stevie Wonder, Ella Fitzgerald, Lenny Kravitz, Bob Dylan and countless others. With multiple stages every year, music swings in every direction, stretching beyond jazz to include blues, funk, Cajun, gospel and Latin. It’s no wonder Life Magazine dubbed it as “the country’s very best music festival”, while the New York Times called it an “an institution, inseparable from the city”. Headliners this year include Lil Wayne, Burna Boy, Lenny Kravitz, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and Patti LaBelle to name just a few.

Every year, around the birthday of Louis Armstrong, New Orleans also plays host to Satchmo Summer Fest, dedicated solely to honouring the legendary performer, one of the founding fathers of jazz. This year from 2–3 August the lineup includes musical talent guaranteed to leave you in awe. However, the experience goes beyond music, for example, festivalgoers can indulge in a culinary experience showcasing some of the finest Louisianan restaurants or attend lectures that evaluate Armstrong’s enduring impact on music, the city of New Orleans and its cultural fabric. Best of all? the festival is free to attend.

https://www.neworleans.com/things-to-do/festivals/music-festivals/

Tennessee Vacation

Bonnaroo is a mammoth festival set on a 700-acre farm in Manchester, Tennessee from 12–15 June. Featuring an epic line up of musicians each year, this year will include acts such as Glass Animals, Tyler the Creator, Avril Lavigne and Olivia Rodrigo. Bonnaroo offers so much more than just a musical experience though, from dressing up and joining one of the vibrant parades to testing your stamina in the 5k run around the farm, or rolling out your yoga mat for a free class under the open sky. Beyond the giant stages that host some of the biggest names in music, Bonnaroo fosters a deep sense of connection, creativity, and community, leaving festivalgoers with a sense of having been inspired. There are interactive spaces to learn to grow food, plus workshops on songwriting, upcycling, and even instrument-building.

Meanwhile in Memphis, from 3-5 October, Mempho music festival returns to the urban oasis that is the Radians Amphitheatre, tucked inside the 96-acre Memphis Botanic Garden. Spanning multiple musical genres, Mempho promises an unbeatable few days under the stars, and has been voted the best place to see live music in the heart of Memphis. Standout features include the Incendia Dome whose flames illuminate, or the night sky as feverish festivalgoers pulsate to the music amidst the heat and light. With a mix of natural beauty and dazzling performances, Mempho does a great job of capturing the city’s soulful energy.

https://www.tnvacation.com/articles/add-these-tennessee-music-festivals-your-calendar

Discover New England

New England is the hot spot for summer Jazz Festivals. Vermont, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Rhode Island all boast a variety of summer music festivals.

The legendary Newport Jazz Festival returns from 1–3 August at Fort Adams State Park. It has been held every summer in Rhode Island for over 60 years, always featuring jazz’s a selection of the genre’s greatest stars. Past performers include legendary musicians like Led Zeppelin and Ella Fitzgerald. This year’s headline acts are yet to be announced.

The Boston Symphony Orchestra, founded in 1881 is the largest orchestral organization in the world. The Orchestra’s world famous summer concert series; Tanglewood, held in its beautiful summer home in the Berkshires will this year see collaborations with John Legend, Jon Baptiste, Nas, Barenaked Ladies, Emmylou Harris and Lynyrd Skynyrd amongst others, as the orchestra demonstrates its extraordinary range.  Tickets are on sale now for these concerts across the summer, beginning 21 June with A Prairie Home Companion followed by Nas with the Boston Pops on 27 June.

The Salem Jazz and Soul Festival celebrates Salem’s rich Jazz legacy featuring regional and national jazz and soul artists and interactive musical educational sessions along with a curated Artisan Marketplace.

The Hillsboro Summer Festival in New Hampshire takes places 10 -13 July 2025 and features live music, fireworks, a 5k road race and a hometown parade too. The fireworks extravaganza is one of the premier fireworks displays in all of New Hampshire.

Connecticut’s Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz in July offers a weekend of live music in Bushnell Park. It’s the largest free jazz festival in New England and the 2025 lineup includes artists Michelle Coltrane and Alexander Claffy performing over the 3 day festival taking place from 18-20 July 2025.

The Burlington Discover Jazz Festival in Vermont is one of the biggest in the region with thousands attending the festival. The 2025 festival takes place from 4-8 June with the opening and closing acts soon to be announced.

Maine is renowned for its summertime chamber music and classical festivals. In addition to hearing live performances with some of the finest chamber musicians in the world, audiences get to mingle with the artists in an informal setting and share musical insights and personal connections. The Bar Harbour Music Festival and Portland Chamber Music Festival are some of the Chamber Music festivals to check out in Maine.

https://discovernewengland.org/world-cultures/

Visit Mississippi

Mississippi is home to America’s largest block party, the renowned Cruisin’ The Coast. The festival began in 1996 as a celebration of classic cars and music from bygone eras. Every year, car enthusiasts from across the globe descend upon the Mississippi Gulf Coast to showcase exceptional antique vehicles as they cruise along the 30-mile beach-side highways. This year’s block party will be from 5–12 October. Each stop along the highway transforms to become its own mini festival, with live music which fills the coastline, and vendors serving up mouthwatering Mississippi cuisine, giving visitors the chance to taste the Deep South whilst enjoying that world-famous Southern hospitality. Spectators to the block party can expect an array of events, from car auctions to a mirage of vibrant parades, Cruisin the Coast isn’t just a celebration of chrome, but of a strong sense of community on the block.

Set in the historical college town of Oxford, Mississippi, the Double Decker Arts Festival is gearing up to celebrate its 28^th annual festival this year from 25-26 April. The festival, as you may have guessed, has its own double decker bus imported straight from the UK in 1994, along with an iconic red telephone box, adding a touch of British charm to the aptly named town of Oxford. What started with a humble gathering of old pickup trucks repurposed as makeshift stages has since become something else entirely. It has blossomed with age into a beloved celebration of art, music and local flavour.

https://visitmississippi.org/experiences/blues-jukes-and-tunes-must-see-music-festivals-in-mississippi/

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The new DC Universe themed area will feature three new rides ranging from family-friendly to thrilling: CYBORG™ Cyber Revolution, SHAZAM!™ Tower of Eternity, and METROPOLIS™ Transit Authority. The expansion also includes updates to several classic attractions, each enhanced with more DC characters and storyline. Guests will step into a world where they can encounter DC Super Heroes like SUPERGIRL™, GREEN LANTERN™, and BATMAN™ alongside notorious villains such as THE JOKER™, POISON IVY™ and THE PENGUIN™.

“We are beyond excited to unveil the largest DC Universe themed area in the U.S. and bring these iconic characters to fans in Texas like never before,” said Jeffrey Siebert, park president of Six Flags Fiesta Texas. “This expansion offers an incredible experience for fans of all ages, where they can step into thrilling new attractions, expanded themed areas, and reimagined classics. With something for everyone, it’s the ultimate place to feel like a DC Super Hero.”

The DC Universe themed area will feature three new rides:

• CYBORG Cyber Revolution: Riders will experience a dizzying adventure, where four giant mechanical arms rotate around each other. As the ride spins, the entire structure rotates, creating a multi-dimensional sensation of speed and movement.

• SHAZAM! Tower of Eternity: A family-friendly drop tower that propels guests 70 feet into the sky before delivering a series of unpredictable, gravity-defying drops. This ride, inspired by the power of SHAZAM, guarantees laughter and screams.

• METROPOLIS Transit Authority: Guests will soar above the park aboard this monorail-style train, offering a scenic aerial tour of the newly expanded DC Universe themed area. Take in panoramic views from 17 feet above the action while cruising through Metropolis.

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About Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Six Flags Fiesta Texas is home to a wide variety of rides, shows and attractions. Opened in 1992, the park was built on the site of an old limestone quarry, which provides a spectacular backdrop for such exciting roller coasters as Dr. Diabolical’s Cliffhanger, The Iron Rattler, Batman: The Ride and Superman Krypton Coaster. In addition, Fiesta Texas boasts an impressive lineup of seasonal events and live entertainment, including Mardi Gras Festival, Fright Fest, and Holiday in the Park.

About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation

Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: FUN) is North America’s largest regional amusement-resort operator with 27 amusement parks, 15 water parks and nine resort properties across 17 states in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Focused on its purpose of making people happy, Six Flags provides fun, immersive and memorable experiences to millions of guests every year with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks, resorts and a portfolio of beloved intellectual property including Looney Tunes®, DC Comics® and PEANUTS®.

About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, licensing and operating of location-based entertainment based on the biggest franchises, stories, and characters from Warner Bros.’ world-renowned film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, Cartoon Network and more. WBDGE is home to the groundbreaking locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal theme parks around the world, award-winning Warner Bros. Studio Tour locations in London, Hollywood, and Tokyo, the iconic Harry Potter New York flagship store, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The WB Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS Experience, The Game of Thrones Studio Tour and countless other experiences inspired by Harry Potter, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Game of Thrones, FRIENDS and more.

DC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery, creates iconic characters and enduring stories and is one of the world’s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels.  DC’s creative work entertains audiences of every generation around the world with DC’s stories and characters integrated across Warner Bros. Discovery’s film, television, animation, consumer products, home entertainment, games, and themed experiences divisions, and on the DC Universe Infinite digital comic subscription service.  Learn more at DC.com.

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The United States boasts diverse and breathtaking landscapes. From the sandy beaches of North Carolina to the Great Smoky Mountains, and on to the misty bayous of Louisiana, there’s no shortage of natural beauty to explore. What’s more, each region is home to an array of wildlife, from majestic whales off the coast of Boston to towering moose of northern New England.

The United Nations World Wildlife Day falls on 3rd March, and here are some experiences our destinations offer which truly capture the diversity of America’s flora and fauna.

Visit Tucson

Tucson is a land of wide-open spaces. Situated in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, the city is surrounded by five mountain ranges and lush Sonoran Desert vegetation that’s ripe for exploration

The Trail Dust Tours company offers an informative Desert Ecology Tour leads through some of the most beautiful and rugged desert wilderness surrounding Tucson. Visitors can see the abundance of cacti variety, including the giant Saguaro in their natural habitat.

Nature enthusiasts should not miss a stop at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, which is widely recognised as a model institution for innovative presentation and interpretation of native plants and animals featured together in ecological outdoor exhibits. Wildlife enthusiasts can indulge in birdwatching and the chance to view up to 500 species of birds along the Tucson Birding Trail

More information at: visittucson.org/things-to-do/outdoors/wildlife-viewing/

Discover New England

New England’s wildlife is as rich and varied as the landscape of its six states. From black bears and loons, bald eagles to whales and great white sharks. The breathtaking scenery of the region also offers beautiful mountains, stunning lakes and a gorgeous coastline.

Maine’s wilderness is home to over 25,000 moose that can be found throughout the state’s 17.6 million forested acres. Maine is home to many species, from black bears and bobcats found in the vast wilderness, to loons calling on the lakes. In 1897 Cornelia “Fly Rod” Crosby became the first ever Registered Maine Guide. She deeply loved the Maine wilderness and committed herself to showing its wonder to the world. Over the last 200 years the number of Maine guides has grown to more than 4,000, offering guests fun, memorable experiences in numerous outdoor activities.

New Hampshire’s largest land mammal is the moose, and the best way to see this species in the wild is with local guides like Pemi Valley Moose Tours and Gorham Moose Tours. Nature lovers should also check out The Rocks in Bethlehem, a 1,400-acre forest reservation for hiking, with private tours available.

The Birds of Vermont Museum in Huntington, Vermont is a 100-acre preserve, sanctuary, and education centre. For bird sightings, sign up for the museum’s bird walks, where expert spotters lead visitors on strolls throughout the property.

Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary in Massachusetts offers wetlands and woodlands to explore with over 12 miles of trails through the Sanctuary’s 1900 acres.  Visitors can grab a paddle and rent a canoe to get a unique look at the area’s flora and fauna. There are even cabin rentals and camping opportunities.

Set aside time for a nature outing with Old Lyme’s Black Hall Outfitters, in Connecticut which offers guided kayak tours through the Great Island Salt Marsh. The Lavender plant spreads across the stunning 25 acres of Lavender Pond Farm in Killingworth, just inland from Connecticut’s central coast. The farm is open to the public from June’s first blooms through Christmas.

A Rhode Island treasure is Blithewold, a historic 33-acre estate overlooking Narragansett Bay in Bristol. It has not only amazing ocean views but also more than 500 species of trees and shrubs in its gardens; highlights include a weeping pagoda tree and a 100-foot giant sequoia that’s thought to be the largest in the eastern United States.

More information at: discovernewengland.org/eco-itinerary/ and discovernewengland.org/wildlife-encounters/

Meet Boston

America’s walking city has over 300 parks and many green spaces. Boston has nearly 4800 acres of park land including 30 protected urban wilds. The Boston Common, which was established shortly after the city in 1634, is the oldest public park in the United States. Boston has developed parks and recreational spaces that are woven seamlessly into the urban landscape blending history, innovation, and natural beauty

It’s Whale Watching season in Boston from May to October. Set sail for the whale watch experience of a lifetime on the New England Aquarium Whale Watch Cruise. The destination: Stellwagen Bank Marine Sanctuary, a rich feeding ground for whales, dolphins, sea birds, and other marine creatures. Stellwagen is home to many species of large whales, including humpbacks, finbacks, and minkes.

The Boston Harbor Islands are easily accessible from the ferry terminal on the north side of the Marriott Long Wharf. You can visit either George’s Island or Spectacle Island. The islands are home to more than 200 species of birds including gulls, terns, herons, ducks, geese, hawks, turkeys, plovers, sandpipers, doves, owls, woodpeckers, and perching birds.

Head down to the water and upend some rocks to see local green crabs scurry away and spot periwinkle snails and mini hermit crabs or maybe a starfish or horseshoe crab in the shallows.

For more information visit: meetboston.com/blog/post/parks/

Visit Mississippi

Mississippi, affectionately known as the Magnolia State, is a haven of diverse plant life, stunning landscapes and home to a variety of birdlife. Spring and autumn migrations attract neotropical songbirds, as well as many waterfowl species, to the Mississippi Flyway.

The Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge, is a sanctuary for the endangered Mississippi Sandhill Crane and is not only dedicated to the survival of these birds, but it also protects one of the last remaining wet pine savannas in the United States. Here, rare orchids and carnivorous plants also flourish in a unique ecosystem.

The Noxubee National Wildlife Refuge offers 48,000 acres of wilderness and rich ecosystems. Visitors can watch bald eagles hatching in their nests, follow the soaring flight of black vultures and red-shouldered hawks, and observe the seasonal migrations of over 200 bird species that return to this exact location every year.

Mississippi also offers a serene environment ideal for birdwatching, including state wildlife management areas, national forests, national parks, and national wildlife refuges. Visitors can book tours to further explore Mississippi’s wilderness in all its glory. Gulf Coast Eco-tours is a mobile tour company on the Gulf Coast that provides ecotourism and educational field trips.

The Quapaw Canoe Company provides wilderness adventures by canoe, kayak or paddle board on any section of the Mississippi River with perfect conditions for bird watchers and wildlife photographers.

For more information visit visitmississippi.org/things-to-do/birding-wildlife/

Visit San Antonio

The Alamo City has plenty of gorgeous gardens and parks that are home to birds and wildlife. Located in the heart of San Antonio, Brackenridge Park is a 343-acre park that features walking trails, picnic areas, and gardens, making it a great spot to enjoy nature and wildlife. You can spot ducks, turtles, and a variety of birds in the park’s creek and pond areas. The San Antonio Botanical Garden is designed with sustainability in mind, including habitats that attract butterflies, bees, and birds.

Bracken Cave, on the northern outskirts of San Antonio, is home to the largest bat colony in the world, where 15 million Mexican free-tailed bats can be viewed emerging from the caves at dusk through the summer months. This is a key maternity site for the species, and females congregate there each year to give birth and rear their young.

Mitchell Lake Audubon Center is another great spot for nature lovers and birdwatching enthusiasts in San Antonio. Located just south of downtown, this 1,200-acre wildlife sanctuary offers a peaceful retreat with a diverse range of habitats, including wetlands, grasslands, and prairies. It’s one of the best places in the area to observe migratory birds, with over 300 species recorded at the center.

For more information visit: visitsanantonio.com/blog/post/a-san-antonio-road-trip-for-the-nature-lovers/

Explore Louisiana

More than half of Louisiana is covered in wetlands, waterways, and swamps, making it an ideal habitat for alligators. Its vast bayous, rivers, and marshes provide countless opportunities to observe the reptiles safely in their environment. One of the best ways to explore Louisiana’s swamps is on an airboat tour deep in the Atchafalaya Basin, where licensed captains navigate the waterways, offering entertaining insights along the way.

The Louisiana outback teems with diverse species, including American black bears and bobcats. Through dedicated conservation efforts, the recovery of the black bear from endangerment has become one of Louisiana’s greatest ecological success stories, contributing to the preservation of American wildlife and leading to a significant population increase.

Louisiana is also a paradise for birdwatchers, thanks to its location along the Central and Mississippi Flyways, visitors can spot roseate spoonbills, snowy egrets and majestic falcons. For those eager to experience this untamed beauty, the Creole Nature Trail offers a breathtaking journey through one of America’s last great wildernesses. This All-American Road is steeped in history, with stories of pirates. The Wetland Walkway, located on the Sabine National Wildlife Refuge allows visitors to walk out onto the marsh and see alligators, birds and animals all in their natural habitats.

For more information visit: www.explorelouisiana.com/ and  www.birdinglouisiana.com/

Visit New Orleans

Explore Bayou Sauvage, where vast stretches of freshwater and brackish marshes meet coastal hardwood forests. All of this national wildlife refuge is within the city limits of New Orleans, only 15 minutes from the French Quarter and downtown, making it the nation’s largest urban national wildlife refuge. On a good day, when the water levels in the marsh are high, visitors are likely to see alligators, snakes, birds and rodents. Many aquatic flowers flourish there, including the exotic-looking purple water hyacinths (in late spring/early summer), water lilies, pickerelweed, lotus flowers and other colorful species

New Orleans oak trees are one of the city’s deeply historic and breathtaking fixtures. Some even have roots dating back to before the city’s founding in 1718. New Orleans City Park is home to New Orleans’ and the world’s oldest and most stunning collection of live oak trees. The Anseman and McDonogh Oaks that grow in City Park are between 750-900 years old.

More details at neworleans.com/

Tennessee Vacation

Tennessee is a haven of biodiversity. In the east, North Cumberland’s Campbell County is home to the Hatfield Knob Elk Viewing Tower, where visitors can marvel at the majestic elk that have roamed since the 1860s.

At Short Springs Natural Area, you can see some of the best spring wildflowers in the state. Slopes are covered in bluebells, larkspur, trout lilies, thickets of mountain laurel and more.

Heading east of the state, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park grants a lucky few the chance to camp under the stars and witness one of nature’s most prolific displays, the synchronised flash patterns of fireflies during their mating rituals. These fireflies illuminate the forest in a rhythmic glow, creating unforgettable spectacles. Visitors can also spot bears in the wild in the Smokies and visit the  Eagle Mountain Sanctuary in Dollywood where they can see the largest exhibit of non-releasable Bald Eagles in the United States.

More details can be found at tnvacation.com/

Visit North Carolina

For more than 500 years, the Outer Banks have been home to a herd of wild colonial Spanish mustangs. These horses, believed to have arrived as early as the 1520s, may have come ashore after a shipwreck or been left behind by settlers of failed colonies. The largest herds roam the northern shores of Corolla and the southernmost Shackleford Banks, with groups of up to 100 stallions, mares, and foals. The mustangs can be seen on a guided tour or an off-road adventure on your own.  witnessing these powerful creatures is unforgettable.

Further south, Bald Head Island is a sanctuary for sea turtles, where hatchlings begin their journey from nest to ocean. As they emerge from their sand-buried nests, the soft yellow beach looks as though it is bubbling with little specks of moving green. From May to November, these same turtles return to lay their eggs on the very shores where they were born.

More information at visitnc.com/

Maverick Helicopters

Maverick Helicopters, offers luxury helicopter excursions to one of the greatest natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon. The highlights include bird’s-eye views of Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Bowl of Fire, Mojave Desert and more. Maverick’ tours also showcase some of the most iconic sites in the world from the Eagle Point Grand Canyon to the stunning California coastline and Hawaii. The helicopter tours of Maui provide stunning views of the Haleakala Crater, the Hana Rainforest, and the sea cliffs of Molokai.

More details at: maverickhelicopter.com/

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MISSISSIPPI

“To understand the world, you must first understand a place like Mississippi” – William Faulkner

Mississippi is home to some of the world’s most iconic authors, including William Faulkner, Eudora Welty and Tennessee Williams. There are several literary landmarks throughout the state paying homage to these icons. To commemorate the wildly successful career of William Faulkner and great novels like The Sound and the Fury, visitors can visit his Oxford estate Rowan Oak. Faulkner spent most of his time creating his literary masterpieces here. The house sits on 29 acres and guests are welcome to tour the grounds, as well as the home.

​​The Mississippi Writers Trail pays tribute to a host of literary heroes from the Magnolia State. Visitors can follow book themed markers to locations throughout the State to learn about these well-known wordsmiths and the places that inspired their work.

The great American playwright, Thomas “Tennessee” Williams, was born in Columbus, Mississippi and first lived in a colourful Victorian-style home that now serves as the Columbus Welcome Center. The house is not in its original location. It was moved to Main Street in 1993 and restored there.

Square Books located in the historic town square of Oxford, is a nationally famous independent bookstore founded in 1979. The store hosts the popular Thacker Mountain radio show and over 150 author events each year.

More information at visitmississippi.org/go/literary

NEW ENGLAND

“Here in New England, the character is strong and unshakable” – Norman Rockwell

New England has been the home and inspiration to many literary greats including Mark Twain (Huckleberry Finn) and Harriet Beecher Stowe (Uncle Tom’s Cabin), as well as several best-selling modern-day authors including Stephen King, John Irving, and Dan Brown.

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott was written in Concord, Massachusetts. This town is also home to  Henry David Thoreau’s birthplace, Thoreau Farm, and Walden Pond; Louisa May Alcott’s home, Orchard House; and Sleepy Hollow Cemetery, the final resting place of Thoreau, Alcott, Emerson, and Hawthorne, among others.

In Hartford, Connecticut, literary fans can explore the Mark Twain House & Museum, which preserves the 25-room Victorian mansion that was once home to the famous writer.  September 2024 marked the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Clemens family in their newly built Hartford home and 50 years since the Mark Twain House formally opened as a Museum. The Museum is celebrating these important milestones over the next year in a number of ways, including a special exhibition, a community history project, and an education initiative.

Still in Hartford, the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center provides information on the author of Uncle Tom’s Cabin. Both Twain and Stowe frequented Bushnell Park, which was established in 1850. The park has a carousel which has been delighting visitors since 1914 and is still available for rides.

Rhode Island is a book lover’s haven, with a variety of charming bookstores and cafes. Tucked away in Providence lies Riffraff Bookstore + Bar. This bookstore-bar invites visitors to explore shelves of carefully curated titles before unwinding with a perfectly mixed drink at the bar.

Fifty years ago, in 1975, Stephen King published his second novel, Salem’s Lot, which was set it Maine.  Maine’s most famous modern author is Stephen King, whose mind-bogglingly prolific works are often based in fictional Maine towns. You can visit his hometown of Bangor (known as Derry in his stories) and enjoy a delightful and captivating tour of 30 sites found in his books.

More information at discovernewengland.org

BOSTON

“Boston is a state of mind” – Thomas Gold Appleton

Known as the first published African-American poet, Phillis Wheatley (1753-1784) was born in Africa and sold into slavery as a child, coming to live with the Wheatley family in Boston. She learned to read and write while with the family, and wrote her first poem, “To the University of Cambridge, in New England,” at age fourteen. Her 1773 book of poetry, Poems on Various Subjects, Religious and Moral brought her renown, as she wrote about contemporary events and people, including George Washington

America’s walking city, Boston, has many significant literary sites and unique bookstores. The Boston Athenaeum is a library, museum, and cultural centre. It houses over half a million books, including published works from the 1800s, the latest best-sellers, and around 100,000 rare books.

Beacon Hill Books & Café is a newly opened bookstore in Boston’s iconic Beacon Hill neighbourhood. The shop pairs a curated selection of books with a warm atmosphere. Located Downtown, Commonwealth Books is a must-visit for all literary and history lovers. Along with its expansive book collection which holds an emphasis with the arts, architecture, history, literature, philosophy and religion, the bookstore also offers a large selection of antique prints and maps.

More information at meetboston.com/blog/post/bookstores-in-boston/

TUCSON

“Life is good, and the sunlight warming my lap and the pages of a book remind me of Tucson.”

 – David Dominguez, University of Arizona alumnus

Tucson is just the right place for lovers of literature with the desert city offering a book festival and eclectic selection of indie bookstores. Jack Kerouac was one of the writers charmed by this Southern Arizona city. This Spring, head to the Tucson Festival of Books, a two-day bestseller for all ages.

Explore the Bohemian atmosphere of  Fourth Avenue District and discover hidden gems such as Antigone Books, which is a beloved destination for independent literature enthusiasts. The Poetry Center is a leading literary institution founded in 1960, which saw the likes of Robert Frost reading at the dedication. It houses one of the world’s largest collections of poetry.

More information at visittucson.org/blog/post/the-written-word/

LOUISIANA

“Whatever story you’re telling in Louisiana, the landscape is going to become a character in it”

 – Nic Pizzolato

Over centuries, the spicy, rich gumbo of culture, people, languages, foods, and traditions bubbling up in Louisiana have inspired countless writers and poets. A walking tour in New Iberia explores the setting of James Lee Burke’s famous detective series.

The Louisiana Book Festival is an annual event, that celebrates a authors from Louisiana and those inspired by Louisiana. The festival features more than 200 authors, scholars, poets, and panellists and more than 100 programs and exhibitors throughout the day in downtown Baton Rouge.

More information at explorelouisiana.com/articles/famous-authors-louisiana-literary-lovers-guide

NEW ORLEANS

“An American has not seen the United States until he has seen Mardi Gras in New Orleans”

– Mark Twain

New Orleans is filled with stories and numerous small independent book shops that have special events and author signings nightly. Another great source for books is the museum shops in town, including the Historic New Orleans Collection, which speaks volumes to lovers of local lore.

The city exerted an influence on Tennessee Williams who lived for a time in New Orleans and used it as the setting for “A Streetcar Named Desire” and other short stories. Stay in the Tennessee Williams Suite at Hotel Monteleone, which featured in Williams’ play The Rose Tattoo, and hop on a streetcar you can temporarily name ‘Desire’ down to Saint Charles. Then pay tribute to the great American playwright at the annual Tennessee Williams Festival in March. Don’t miss the festival’s dramatic closing act, the Stanley and Stella shouting contest inspired by A Streetcar Named Desire.

More information at neworleans.com/things-to-do/shopping/bookstores/

TENNESSEE

“Just as soon as I can, I’m gonna head back to the Tennessee hills, and it better be soon”

– Dolly Parton

 The Volunteer State has been home to literary stars such as Cormac McCarthy, James Agee, Nikki Giovanni, Frances Hodgson Burnett, and Alex Roots Haley. All of whom called the Tennessee City of Knoxville home for a spell. Visit the places that inspired these literary legends and walk in the footsteps of their characters, courtesy of the Literary Knox Walking Tour.

The boyhood home of famed author Alex Haley, who penned the groundbreaking novel Roots: The Saga of an American Family, is in Henning, a town in Tennessee. “Roots,” which was also made into a landmark TV miniseries in 1977, was inspired by family stories a young Alex heard on the porch of his childhood residence. The house is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and Haley is buried on the grounds. The inside of the home has been restored to the way it looked in 1921 when Haley was born with exhibits featuring his work and childhood memorabilia.

Elsewhere in the state, the power of words is celebrated at the International Storytelling Centre in Jonesborough, Tennessee’s oldest town. The International Storytelling Centre is the world’s premier institution dedicated to the art of storytelling.

More information at tnvacation.com

SAN ANTONIO

“Beautiful San Antonio… here in my youth, my heart did long to be… in my old age, her beauty and her glory mine eyes do see”

– Sidney C. Tapp

Spring makes way for the San Antonio Book Festival in downtown San Antonio. Visitors can enjoy author presentations, panel discussions, book signings and sales, activities, food trucks and more in the Alamo City.

The Guadalupe Cultural Art Centre’s Latino Bookstore and Gift Shop is the epicentre of the West Side Art District in San Antonio. It is also a foundation for the community’s heart, soul, and voice. The selection of books ranges from best sellers and icons, to self-published authors from the community.

More information at visitsanantonio.com/

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