Hidden Trails of Oregon: An immersive first-person journey across America’s wild, weird, and wonder-filled state
Oregon is a firm favourite in the Bon Voyage office and we love nothing more than tailor-making that unique itinerary that encompasses what this great state has to offer. Whether you love hiking, exploring cities, or enjoying natural beauty, Oregon has something for everyone. Keen… Read More...
My trip to Tennessee
“If America had a soundtrack, it would be made in Tennessee. The roots of Blues, Rock n Roll and Gospel all originate here. From the world-famous BB King’s to the Loveless Cafe, I delve into the music, food and people that make Tennessee so iconic.”Jessica Soper March 2023 My… Read More...
Happy Thanksgiving
Theresa Wilson is Bon Voyage’s resident Yankee Doodle – hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin! She has also lived in Alaska, Arizona, Kansas and Florida and now calls Winchester, UK home! The fourth Thursday in November is one of the most important and eagerly anticipated holidays in the North American calendar. What’s it… Read More...
America’s most terrifying locations – the places that inspired the movies
Halloween has become a big phenomenon in the UK, gone are the days of makeshift costumes made from your mum’s black bin liners and tin foil. The costumes and parties get more extravagant every year, and as for the displays. This morning I think saw a 6ft spider in my… Read More...
Fourth of July – why all the fuss?
Theresa Wilson is Bon Voyage’s resident Yankee Doodle Dandy. Here she shares her perspective on the Fourth of July holiday…….. Happy Birthday, America! I’ve now lived in England for 25 years and have fully embraced my adopted country. But if there is one time I really… Read More...
Three days in San Francisco
The people of San Francisco are unapologetic, open-minded, freethinkers. Only in San Francisco are you met at the airport by a 28-pound rabbit named ‘Alex the Great.’ along with his fellow Wag Brigade made up of adorable dogs and a pig called Lilou, helping travellers to forget about their worries… Read More...
Deep South Solo – a hosted Bon Voyage holiday for single travellers
Travelling solo is a growing trend but it doesn’t have to mean travelling alone. For those with a sense of their own adventure, Bon Voyage’s resident American, Theresa Wilson hosted a special one-off 11-night trip to America’s Deep South. “We took in the magical cities of Nashville, Memphis and New… Read More...
Charleston, South Carolina – ‘America’s Best Small City’*
Read Bill Bryson’s classic travelogue ‘The Lost Continent’ (Secker and Warburg) and you will find he can be both hilarious and rude about certain places in America. He pours affectionate scorn on his home town of Des Moines, Iowa and is none too complimentary about Carbondale, Illinois. But when his… Read More...
Nevada and Highway 50 – America’s Loneliest Road
Bon Voyage credo number one: A perfectly crafted fly/drive holiday should be one of contrasts. Busy cities balanced with gorgeous scenery; days when you’re on the move and time to relax and contemplate; waterfront views and the open road. You get the idea. Lake Tahoe to Las Vegas via Highway… Read More...
Six Women, Six States, Six Days
Led by our resident American, Theresa Wilson and Sales Manager, Joanna Still, the Bon Voyage Six set off on a 1,000-mile familiarisation trip. Individual members of the Bon Voyage sales team travel throughout the year to the US and Canada on visits organised by state and province tourist offices. … Read More...