The best places to visit in the USA

Grand Canyon at sunrise

With fifty states and nine climatic zones, knowing the best places to visit in the USA can be tricky! We’re here to offer inspiration and contenders, for your travel bucket list.

America – the land of vacation opportunity

USA state map

California

The Golden State has to be on every USA travel bucket list!

Californian palm trees

Whether you’re into city breaks, beach holidays, nature treks, gastronomy or wintersports, you’ll find it all here in California.

L.A. skyline

Los Angeles (the City of Angels) cuts an alluring figure for anyone looking to emulate a Hollywood lifestyle whilst away. Where better to soak up the city’s sophistication than with a luxury vacation villa in Beverly Hills.

Our L.A. vacation homes all promise exclusivity and VIP home comfort, making them ideal for leisure and business stays.

Just 105 miles east of L.A., Palm Springs can hold it’s own when it comes to glamor and decadence. Now nothing quite says Palm Springs vacation than a luxury modernist villa with pool!

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Our Palm Springs villas with pools provide a chic vacation base from which to relax and sightsee. Not sure where to begin? The top 25 things to do in Palm Springs will help set the scene.

Music fans can even vacation in Frank Sinatra’s Palm Springs villa – for a truly unique USA vacation!

Craving the ocean? Just 30 miles from downtown L.A., Malibu offers welcome respite for Hollywood’s elite.

Unwind and rub shoulders (or boards) with famous faces along the photogenic Zuma Beach and surfer hotspot, Malibu Lagoon State Beach.

Inland, explore the canyon trails and natural scenery up in the Santa Monica mountains.

Our luxury Malibu vacation homes offer ocean views to write home about, so reconnect and book your dream Malibu getaway today.

For fans of the great outdoors, California boasts 300 state parks – including forests, beaches mountains and deserts.

Of these state parks, we’d like to bring into focus Lake Tahoe and Mammoth Lakes. Nestled 105 miles apart in the Sierra Nevada landscape, these USA destinations are not to be missed!

A person on a bike looking out over a lake in Mammoth Lakes

From hiking, cycling and watersports in the warmer months to skiing, snowboarding and winter sports in the long ski seasons – Lake Tahoe and Mammoth Lakes offer the ultimate outdoor vacation!

With 15 ski resorts at your disposal, the reasons to visit Lake Tahoe in winter are numerous. The best ski resorts in Lake Tahoe include Heavenly Mountain, Northstar California and Squaw Valley resort.

Skiing on Lake Tahoe

Whether you’re here for the summertime leisure activities, the scenic fall hikes or the long ski season, we have an amazing selection of Lake Tahoe cabins and well-placed condos and townhomes in and around Northstar California for you!

The year-round outdoor playground of Mammoth Lakes is also home to excellent skiing opportunities (particularly at Mammoth Mountain). Kickstart your vacation here, with the best things to do in Mammoth Lakes.

When you’ve had a fun day out on the slopes or exploring the state parks, make yourself at home in our modern, Mammoth Lakes luxury rentals – many of which offer hot tubs, perfect for soothing the day’s activities away!

Colorado

A mecca for world-class hiking and skiing, Colorado in the Rocky Mountain region has to be on our USA bucket list!

Colorado lake and mountains

The 26 ski resorts in Colorado promise prime winter sport opportunities.

Breckenridge’s year-round resort vibe attracts a casual, youthful crowd, who are drawn to its leisure activities, eateries, galleries and captivating Gold Rush-era Victorian townscape.

From beautiful Frontier-style ski homes surrounded by woodland to well-equipped modern townhomes with hot tubs, make your Breckenridge vacation even better – with a Top Villas vacation rental!

Aspen at night

Florida

For warmer climates, the Sunshine State offers a plethora of world-class destinations.

Florida beach

Bored with the norm? With its energizing nightlife and intoxicating Latin American culture, Miami certainly offers a beach city break with a difference!

Our luxury Miami vacation rentals promise modernist style and glamor to enhance your stay.

Beach lovers will fall for Palm Beach in South Florida.

Soak up the city’s vibrant cultural scene, feel the sand between your toes on Palm Beach Municipal beach and take in the art galleries, glitzy boutiques and exclusive restaurants of Worth Avenue.

Our Palm Beach accommodation perfectly befits a luxury Palm Beach vacation.

Palm Beach boardwalk

For ocean fans looking to vacation in northwest Florida, head to Destin.

This beautiful coast city is well-known for its captivating Gulf of Mexico beaches, golf courses, its pretty Harbor Boardwalk, coastline nature trails and Big Kahuna’s water park.

From wonderful beachfront condos with pools to beach-style townhomes and 5* villas, our vacation homes in Destin are reason enough to stay!

Searching for the ultimate family-friendly USA vacation?

With 10 major theme parks including Disney World, Orlando is the place to go!

Our amazing range of resort villas, luxury mega mansions, poolside condos and modern luxury townhomes cater for every group size. Even the largest mega mansions invite you to live the dream.

The sky’s the limit when it comes to a vacation villa in Orlando. From themed kids rooms and basket ball courts, to bowling alleys, our villas will take your Orlando family vacation to another level!

Think you can’t afford it? The larger the group, the more affordable and attainable your dream Orlando vacation villa becomes! Our amazing Orlando mansions are ideally-suited for large multigenerational groups.

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Out and about, you’ll find an incredible offering of cheap and free things to do in Orlando too, for an inclusive family-friendly vacation.

Aside from world-class theme parks, you’ll find endless things to see and do in Kissimmee and Davenport, Florida. Orlando also boasts a thriving dining scene, so savor the best restaurants with our latest Orlando dining guide!

For folks who prefer waterways to theme parks, Florida is home to a magical water world

Connected by the largest number of navigatable canals on the planet makes Cape Coral a mecca for seasoned mariners!

Cape Coral waterway with homes and moored up boats

From fishing, watersports and nature reserves to boat tours, beach days and water parks, there’s so much to soak up here. Check out the best things to do in Cape Coral – so you don’t miss out.

Cape Coral is particularly known for its cuisine, so make time to enjoy the best restaurants in Cape Coral.

If water is your thing, then the Florida Keys offers an amazing vacation.

Comprising of 1,700 tropical islands off the southern tip of Florida, anglers, snorkellers, scuba divers and boaty folks alike will fall for Florida Keys.

Our waterfront villas and condos in Florida Keys are so alluring, you won’t want to leave!

With its dreamy coastline, Cape San Blas in Florida offers an effortless vacation by the ocean.

Bringing your four-legged friend? Our pet-friendly vacation rentals in Florida set the scene for a fun beach break with your furry companion!

The incredible beaches stretch off into the horizon, inviting both humans and pets to escape the rat race…

Dog on beach at Cape San Blas

The captivating coastal architecture is another reason to stay.

Our Cape San Blas vacation homes enjoy beachfront locations and private pools, inviting you to start your vacation the minute you walk in through the door…

Another fantastic, waterside Florida destination is Marco Island.

Located Southwest off Florida in the Gulf of Mexico, this barrier island is a well-established holiday hotspot – with resorts, marinas, beautiful sandy beaches and golf courses to complement the picturesque inland waterways.

Kayakers exploring Marco Island

For kayakers and paddleboarders, the tidal lagoon at Tigertail Beach Park will easily tempt you outside!

When looking to stay in Marco Island, our beautiful waterside vacation homes with private covered pools are perfect for taking in the scenery.

When is the best time to visit Florida? Year-round we say! Find your dream Florida vacation home with Top Villas today.

Georgia

The distinct melodies and laid-back persona of the Deep South have long transfixed residents and visitors alike.

The southern state of Georgia perfectly embodies the hypnotic tastes, personality and beauty of the Deep South.

Just 7 miles from the coastal Georgia city of Savannah, you’ll find Tybee Island.

Offering an ideal vacation base from which to dip in and out of the major attractions, enjoy a relaxed moment of respite along the sweeping sands of Southern Beach.

The iconic pier, pavilion and 18th century lighthouse are still in use, so soak up the heritage sites and enjoy kicking back, southern-style.

We have the perfect, laid-back vacation rentals and coastal cottages for your Tybee Island beach break, so dip in today.

Montana

This USA ski resort boasts a big personality, thanks to its incredible skiing opportunities and year-round attractions.

Skier heads down a slope in Big Sky Montana

Those seeking a big mountain experience won’t be disappointed. The resort features an upgraded state-of-the-art lift system – to take you where you need to ski.

Take the Lone Peak tram to an 11,166 ft elevation, for views across 3 states and 2 National Parks to complement 300 degrees of skiing.

Before your vacation, get inspired and check out the best things to do in Big Sky, Montana.

Our luxury Big Sky rentals offer another big reason to stay! From VIP ski homes which ooze Montana magic to cozy cabins and condos complete with roaring fires – we have a super selection of Big Sky vacation rentals for all group sizes and budgets.

New Mexico

New Mexico is home in the northern mountains to the Taos Ski valley. So hit the snow as well as the sand, in this rich and varied state!

Snow meets desert in New Mexico

With 3 national parks, 7 national forests and 32 state parks, the varying landscape of New Mexico promises a destination of contrasts.

Its big free-skiing persona, makes the Taos Ski valley a must-ski destination for seasoned powder hounds. A great ski choice too for families and now snowboarders, seek solace in this inclusive USA alpine resort.

Our Taos Ski valley vacations homes vary from traditional woodland cabins and condos to rustic southwestern-style retreats, perfect for an atmospheric, year-round escape.

South Carolina

Home to the iconic city of Charlestown, subtropical beaches (including Myrtle Beach) and a cluster of sea islands, the sunny state of South Carolina offers a captivating setting for a USA vacation.

South Carolina beach with sea grass

For those looking to switch off, the Sea Islands in particular provide a super getaway base.

Whether its a VIP weather-boarded vacation villa on Fripp Island, or a poolside townhouse, or a charming ocean-view condo on Harbor Island, Top Villas offer a fantastic selection of vacation rentals in Sea Islands.

Tennessee

There’s more to Tennessee than Jack Daniel’s and Country music, this beguiling, land-locked US state is also home to the Great Smoky Mountains!

Situated 227 miles east of Nashville, the legendary Great Smoky Mountains rise up along the Tennessee–North Carolina border.

Its national park is a pure playground for naturalists – with wild flower species blossoming along trails in spring and summer, followed by a riot of color come fall (mid September through mid October).

If you’re tempted by a seasonal Smoky Mountain getaway, pick one of our scenic, fully-equipped vacation cabins.

Utah

Hosting the world-famous Sundance Festival as well as endless ski runs, the iconic Utah destination of Park City is one not to miss.

Bordered by the Deer Valley Resort and Park City Mountain Resort ski slopes – your ultimate ski adventure awaits!

Park City at dusk

All abilities are catered for in Park City, making it one of the ultimate USA ski destinations.

Get excited about your upcoming Utah stay and check out the best 30 things to do in Park City Utah. Get doubly excited and reserve your luxury Park City vacation rental!

Virginia

Sometimes a dream vacation is more about downtime than action. For pure pampering, hit the road and head to Hot Springs, Virginia.

Home to historical spas, the prestigious resort promises a captivating and replenishing stay.

Fall color lines a road in Virginia

Enhance your vacation further, with a stay in one of our beautiful Hot Springs vacation homes!

From classic-style homes with large verandas to modern lodges with panoramic-view sun decks and cozy cottages, our Virginia vacation homes offer an unforgettable back drop to your spa break.

Idaho

A wonderland of prairie walks and snowscapes, Sun Valley in Idaho promises endless sunny days plus an average 102 inches of snowfall a year.

Idaho lake scenery

What’s more, this year-round family resort offers world-class skiing!

If you’re with the kids or are a novice on two skis, head to the resort’s Dollar Mountain (for the beginner slopes) – or enroll at a Sun Valley ski school.

Sun Valley skier enjoys the slopes

With 3,400 feet of vertical terrain, the resort’s Bald Mountain provides the ideal challenge for intermediate and expert skiers.

For year-round Sun Valley stays, we have an amazing showcase of ski mansions, townhomes and condos to suit every budget.

For more tips on which ski resort to pick for your next vacation, discover the best USA Ski resorts.

Whichever USA destination you pick next, our incredible selection of luxury vacation homes at Top Villas promises to impress.

Why book with Top Villas?

Specialists in USA and worldwide vacation rentals, Top Villas provide high-quality homes that will enhance your vacation.

From multigenerational groups and young families, to honeymooners and pet-friendly vacationers, we’re here for you! View our Top Villa luxury rentals and destinations to find your perfect fit.

Our dedicated team are here for you every step of your vacation, with a host of travel extras and Concierge services to maximize your stay. We are ATOL protected and promise a best price guarantee, for hassle-free holidays to remember!