9. Spot wildlife on an Everglades airboat tour
In the Unesco-listed sawgrass wetlands of southern Florida, step onto an airboat and look out for alligators below the surface, as well as wading birds and turtles as they move through the marshes.
10. Experience life on a ranch in Montana
Head to the Wild West, where daily horse rides cut through alpine meadows and river valleys. Experience cattle work, fly fishing and archery under wide-open skies.
11. Crack open a Boston lobster
For a taste of New England, roll up your sleeves and break into a buttery steamed lobster at a no-frills waterfront spot like James Hook & Co. or The Barking Crab .
12. Sip cabernet in Napa Valley
Home to more than 450 wineries, the US’s premier wine region is synonymous with its ruby-red pours, gorgeous views and gourmet bites at historic estates like Stag’s Leap , Château Montelena and Inglenook.