Latest from USA Holidays

Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.

Michigan: Motor City revival

For decades, it was a whipped dog of a city but Kate Roff discovers a different Detroit. This one is grabbing hold of a new lease on life.

USA: Churches across the States

Europe isn't the only place to boast impressive churches and cathedrals, the United States also has a wonderful mix of traditional and modern places of worship.

USA: Top places to run a marathon

For marathoners there's no better way to see a different country than on foot, packing more than 42km of scenery into the experience and having a finishing medal as proof.

Hawaii: A modern romance

Hawaii celebrates its design heritage in a show that offers a welcome break from the beach, writes Janetta Mackay.

Lana'i: In the spirit of aloha

New Zealand's own mother of the nation, Judy Bailey, visits internet mogul Larry Ellison's Hawaiian island - and is impressed by his preservation project.

Five Philadelphia must-visits

Founded in 1682, Philadelphia served as the US capital for a decade while DC was built. Here are six places you should visit when you're in this historic city.

USA: Road to nowhere

When you hit the highway, leave your speedometer behind but pack your business cards, writes Ben Stanley.