Summarize and humanize this content to 2000 words in 6 paragraphs in EnglishIf you want your next holiday to feel more like an adventure, there’s no better way than on a road trip. And there’s no better place or way to do it than on British Airways Holidays fly – drive in the mother country of all road trips: the US of A.Chart your own course, change direction at a moment’s notice, and enjoy the freedom and spontaneity that comes when you’re not tied to one location.A road trip means you can see more of what a country has to offer and get away from the regular tourist trails. Instead, discover hidden gems and local haunts to really get to know your destination. You just need to decide where your epic adventure will start. How about crossing America from east to west on the iconic Route 66 from Chicago to Santa Monica? Or perhaps you’ll travel the Pacific Coast Highway, taking in Big Sur, Santa Barbara and Los Angeles?Maybe you’ll stick to one state. Fly to Orlando and spend a few weeks taking in everything from the Everglades to Walt Disney World® Resort, the Florida Keys and the pretty streets of Old Town Kissimmee. Or head south from Miami and drive the incredible Overseas Highway linking the Florida Keys.With so much to see, a road trip really is the best way to experience the United States. So why not make your next Stateside holiday a fly-drive getaway?Book your US break with British Airways Holidays and you can wrap up everything you need in one convenient ATOL-protected package. With your flights and a generous baggage allowance included, along with carefully selected hotel choices to suit all budgets and the option to add car hire, so you can explore on your terms.Take the road less travelled…As well as the famous routes to feel the wind in your hair, the USA also has a whole variety of lesser-known road trips with stunning scenery to plunge you into the rich tapestry of American culture.Epic adventure in New EnglandThis scenic 830-mile trip takes in quaint towns and historical sites, as well as coast, valleys, mountains and islands – the very best of New England scenery. From Boston, take the highway north to the traditional riverside city of Portsmouth, before making for Maine, where outdoor wonders await. Hike to the top of the highest peak on the Atlantic coast, Cadillac Mountain, kayak along the Androscoggin River or take a cruise on a traditional Down East lobster boat. Drive southwest to New Hampshire’s White Mountains for stunning panoramic views aboard valley trains, then onto Vermont to explore state parks, ski towns and natural splendour as you loop back to Boston.Scenic cities of the WestAn alternative to the traditional Californian road trip, this journey begins in San Francisco then heads north to Washington State and finishes in verdant Seattle. It’s an epic 1,300-mile trip, one that takes in four national parks and can be enjoyed at a leisurely pace over two weeks. Marvel at immense redwood trees and the deepest blue of Crater Lake as you drive along the ridges of river gorges, through thick pine forests and along the unspoilt Oregon coastline. Stop off in Napa Valley for fabulous farm-to-table foodie experiences, and later on stop for coffee at one of Portland’s quirky cafes.The Great River RoadThe mighty Mississippi winds its way through 10 states from its origin at Lake Itasca in Minnesota to its mouth, more than 2,000 miles south where it pours into the Gulf of Mexico. The Great River Road runs alongside it and offers a thread back to the past and how regions were shaped by this river. Make yours a musical trip by flying into country music capital Nashville then driving west to Memphis, where soul, gospel, rhythm and blues and even rock ‘n’ roll grew up on the riverside and Elvis called Graceland home. Wend your way south, via Clarksdale, where many of the biggest artists in the blues came from, and the B.B. King Museum in Indianola, swing through Louisiana’s Cajun Country, then finish with a jazz flourish in colourful New Orleans.Colorado’s wilderness wondersThe spiked state of Colorado makes for an incredible adventure. This 1,121-mile circular route takes in breathtaking scenery and exhilarating culture, with visits to national parks and vibrant towns along the way. Begin your adventure in Denver, the Mile-High City, where you’ll find fantastic museums and a great foodie scene. From here, you’ll head to Rocky Mountain National Park, with its scenic “highway to the sky”, lakes, mountains and hiking routes. Follow the Colorado River to take in prairies, steep canyons and red rock spires, stargaze at Black Canyon and explore ancient cliff dwellings at Mesa Verde National Park before the golden wonder of Great Sand Dunes National Park.Desert dreams in ArizonaPlan your adventure from Phoenix and enjoy a blend of elegant desert escapes and charming mountain towns with this road trip itinerary. Head north to Flagstaff, perched at nearly 7,000ft and just a short drive from Grand Canyon National Park. Then head on to the sophisticated city of Scottsdale, where spas gave over the Sonoran Desert. Farm-to-table dining is the staple in picturesque Mesa, while Tucson is where Spanish, Mexican and Western heritage meet, surrounded by incredible hiking opportunities among giant cacti in Saguaro National Park. Finish in the desert town of Ajo, with its colonial charm and impressive arts scene, before making your way back to Phoenix. When you book with British Airways HolidaysAll British Airways Holidays packages are Atol-protected, keeping you and your money safe.All package bookings include flexible payment options, with low deposits.All British Airways Holidays packages include a generous baggage allowance, along with a 24 hour dedicated support helpline during your trip.British Airways Holidays offers a range of hotel options as well as the opportunity to hire a car with Avis.When you book flights and car hire together, all mandatory charges are included, and you’ll benefit from roadside assistance and 24-hour customer support. All hotels and car hire are committed to British Airways’ high safety standards.Find out more and book your road trip at ba.com/usa.
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