12 Days. 4N LAX 5* (BO) | 3N LAS 5* (BO) | 4N DNC 5* (BO)

About the destination: We are in Laguna Beach, a place where the rhythm of life seems to follow its own rules. The relaxed atmosphere of this city contrasts with a sound-filled ambiance: the sharp, melancholy notes of a saxophone mingle with the almost shameless trills of the gulls that flit freely over the beach. This unusual combination of artistic flourishing and natural beauty is likely what attracts more than three million tourists each year to the beaches of Laguna Beach and its small downtown, just a few blocks away. Before our eyes unfolds the outline of the coastline stretching into the distance, as if giving a warm embrace to the calm waters of the Pacific Ocean. Here there are no large hotels breaking up the uniform line of luxurious California mansions and elegant oceanfront condominiums. A walk through Main Beach Park, the city’s main beach, reminds us of the atmosphere of opulence and total relaxation that defines this place. Men and women of different ages play leisurely games of volleyball, while others simply watch life go by from the benches scattered nearby. We cross a small wooden pier to leave the coast behind and enter the city; the murmur of the beach transforms into an urban bustle, yet the atmosphere does not become tense as sand gives way to pavement beneath our feet. The cleanliness of this city is striking. Not a single piece of litter mars the neatness of these palm-lined avenues. This is how we reach Broadway Street, the widest street in the city, where all kinds of shops are located—from restaurants such as Romeo Cucina, known for its healthy food, to boutiques and exclusive beauty salons like Blu Laguna Salon & Spa. The flow of cars passing through here is constant but never chaotic. No car horn interrupts the distant music of a saxophonist that drifts to our ears. Following a recommendation from locals, we stop at the famous ice cream shop Dolce Gelato to ease the heat that hangs over the streets and to try the house specialty: pistachio ice cream.

About the destination: Las Vegas is the biggest city in the U.S. state of Nevada. Often referred to as the Entertainment Capital of the World or Sin City, it is located in the Mojave Desert and is encircled by arid mountains. Las Vegas is globally renowned for its combined casino-hotels and related entertainment. The city is home to numerous mega-hotel complexes, each meticulously decorated to create a fantastical atmosphere. Every hotel has a unique style, with special sights everywhere, and each hotel has its own casino. The majority of the hotel casinos are located in the city's downtown area, along The Las Vegas Strip. The Strip is a world unto itself. Where else can you visit Egypt, New York, Venice, Disneyland, Hollywood, and more all on one street? The truth is that all the action Las Vegas is known for happens on this single street. The Bellagio could be considered the unofficial center of the Strip, partly due to the free musical fountain shows that occur every half hour with varying choreography and music. The Bellagio is one of the more elegant venues with a beautiful flower garden and, for food lovers, it arguably offers one of the best buffets in town. The Venetian is another spot where one might spend more time due to its impressive attempt to recreate Venice in the desert. The main square of Venice is filled with gondolas navigating the water channels and opera singers entertaining their captive audience on board. The opposite end of the Strip, closest to the airport, begins with a humorous depiction of Egypt with its Luxor casino, despite the fact that there are no pyramids in Luxor. But in Las Vegas, anything is possible.

About the destination: Washington, D.C., officially known as the District of Columbia and often referred to as Washington, "the District", or simply D.C., is the capital of the United States. Situated along the Potomac River on the country's East Coast, the District is under the sole jurisdiction of the United States Congress and is therefore not part of any U.S. state. The White House, symbolically the country's most significant building, has been the residence and workplace of US Presidents for over 200 years. The Washington Monument, a prominent feature of the Washington DC skyline, is dedicated to the first US President, George Washington. Known worldwide and a notable neoclassical landmark, The Capitol is where the US Senate and House of Representatives convene. The National Cathedral is the most famous US cathedral. This stunning building has been the venue for numerous national memorial services. Among the country's most crucial institutions, the Supreme Court offers tours to learn about its history and operations. The Lincoln Memorial, dedicated to Abraham Lincoln, was completed in 1922 and is designed after Greek temples. The impressive Library of Congress is the world's largest library, housing approximately 90 million archival materials. The Jefferson Memorial, modeled after Rome's Pantheon, is dedicated to Thomas Jefferson, the third US President and one of the Founding Fathers. D.C. has shed its former image as a dull and dangerous city and now boasts shopping, dining, and nightlife worthy of a world-class metropolis. Visitors will find the city fresh, thrilling, and decidedly cosmopolitan and international.