Holiday Overview
The USA is famous for Hollywood and its movie industy. Follow in the footsteps of the stars on this celuoid inspired adventure across the USA. Visit film set locations in New York, Las Vegas and Los Angeles and of course Universal Studios in Hollywood. Locations include sites from blockbuster movies across the years.
At The Movies includes:
- Return Flights From the UK
- 3 nights accommodation in New York
- 3 nights accommodation in Las Vegas
- 3 nights accommodation in Los Angeles
- Universal Studio Tickets
Day 1 - Fly UK to New York
Arrive in New York, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Featured accommodation
Wellington Hotel
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Lexington Hotel
Lotte New York Palace
Day 2 - New York
Your self guided movie set tour begins, start in Central Park, immortalised in Kramer Vs Kramer, Maid in Manhattan & The Producers, cross the street to the Plaza, synonyms with Home Alone. Continue down 5th Avenue to Tiffany’s of Audrey Hepburn fame. Staying with the classics, the next stop is the corner of 52nd & Lexington, the site of Marilyn Monroe’s skirt blowing publicity stunt. From here move on to Grand Central Station, the backdrop for many a movie. Across the street is the New York Public Library, the lions from Ghostbusters and where Carrie married Big in Sex in the City. The Empire State Building is just a few minutes’ walk away, location for the final scenes of the 1933 blockbuster King Kong. Last stop today is Times Square, the set for many movies including, I am Legend and Captain America, perhaps dine in Planet Hollywood, filled with movie memorabilia.
Featured accommodation
Wellington Hotel
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Lexington Hotel
Lotte New York Palace
Unmissable Experiences
New York Experiences
Day 3 - New York
Walking across the Brooklyn Bridge relive moments from Spider Man and I am legend, on arrival in Brooklyn take a cab to the Staten Island Ferry, for the free crossing back to Manhattan. The ferry affords wonderful views of the Statue of Liberty, the focal point of many movies, including Titanic and Planet of the Apes. On arrival in Manhattan walk past the charging bull of “Wall Street” to the Hook and Ladder 8 fire station, the headquarters for Ghostbusters. For lunch, take a short cab ride or ride-share service to the Lower East Side to Katz’s Delicatessen; try the pastrami sandwich. Look for the “...hope you have what she had!” sign to find the table where Billy Crystal and Meg Ryan sat for a memorable scene in “When Harry Met Sally.” Spend the rest of the day exploring lower Manhattan, Perhaps dine in Little Italy and feel like a Mafia Don or head to Greenwich Village and Joe’s Pizza, where Peter Parker worked in “SpiderMan.”
Featured accommodation
Wellington Hotel
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Lexington Hotel
Lotte New York Palace
Unmissable Experiences
New York Experiences
Day 4 - New York to Las Vegas
Take an early flight from New York City to the entertainment mecca of Las Vegas. Head to Freemont Street, location for such Hollywood blockbusters as “Get Carter” featuring Sylvester Stallone and the fire truck chase in “Conair.” Fremont East has become a hub of unique restaurants and bars, and one not to be missed is Atomic Liquors. Featured in “The Hangover,” Atomic Liquors is the oldest bar in Las Vegas. For dinner, try Oscar’s Steakhouse in the Plaza Hotel, where Sharon Stone and Robert De Niro argued over her spending in “Casino.”
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Luxor
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Mandalay Bay
Day 5 - Las Vegas
Start a tour of Las Vegas with a photo opportunity at the Tropicana, the site of the Tropigala casino in both “The Godfather” and “The Godfather Part II.” The resort was home to the Folies Bergere revue show for over 50 years and was featured in “Viva Las Vegas” and “Diamonds Are Forever.” Although the hotel has been renovated and updated, the famous red 1957 Chevy is still a key feature at the entrance. Proceed to the MGM Grand to see the larger-than-life statue of Leo the MGM lion in front, then take the monorail to your next stop, the Westgate Las Vegas, which was formerly the Hilton Las Vegas and home to Elvis Presley in the 1970s. The hotel was The Whyte House in the James Bond movie “Diamonds Are Forever.” For an authentic Las Vegas experience, eat lunch on the Strip at the Peppermill, the backdrop for the movies “Casino,” “The Cotton Club” and “Showgirls”, their burger is a must-try. Across the street from the Peppermill is Circus Circus. “Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery” and “Diamonds Are Forever” featured its famous Midway, where you can watch circus acts perform daily.
Featured accommodation
Luxor
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Mandalay Bay
Unmissable Experiences
Las Vegas Experiences
Day 6 - Las Vegas
Today, head to the Venetian Resort and Casino to explore St. Mark’s Square, ride gondolas on the canals and view the Campanile. Next visit Caesars Palace with its Roman theme and famous fountains. The elevators, pools and spectacular gold and marble entrance were featured in “The Hangover.” Cross the Strip for lunch at Mon Ami Gabi French bistro in Paris Las Vegas; request a table on the patio – it’s worth the wait, as you can watch the Fountains of Bellagio from here. After lunch, visit the Bellagio, just as famous for being the setting for the 2001 remake of “Ocean’s Eleven” as it is for those spectacular fountains. The conservatory’s stunning seasonal displays and lobby with a beautiful Chihuly glass sculpture on the ceiling were seen in the movie. Watch shows, performed every half hour, where the fountains erupt to a musical score, just as the gang from “Ocean’s Eleven” did at the end of the movie.
Featured accommodation
Luxor
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Mandalay Bay
Unmissable Experiences
Las Vegas Experiences
Day 7 - Las Vegas to Los Angeles
Take a short morning flight to the Movie capital of the world Los Angeles. Start your movie tour on Hollywood Boulevard. Explore over 2,600 sidewalk stars on the Walk of Fame celebrating movie icons A must-stop on Hollywood Boulevard is the TCL Chinese Theatre. Perhaps take a tour of nearby Beverley Hills for a peek at some star’s homes. Tonight, consider eating dinner at The Musso & Frank Grill, which is featured in “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.” With over 100 years of Hollywood history, the restaurant hosted famous patrons including Mary Pickford, Charlie Chaplin, Greta Garbo, Marilyn Monroe, Elizabeth Taylor and Steve McQueen.
Featured accommodation
Best Western Sunset Plaza
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Andaz West Hollywood
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
Day 8 - Los Angeles
Start your day with a taxi ride to the Santa Monica Mountains at Griffith Observatory, the setting of movies including “La La Land,” “Jurassic Park” and “Charlie’s Angels,” but best known for the climactic shootout in the James Dean classic “Rebel Without a Cause.” You’ll also have spectacular views of Los Angeles and the Hollywood sign, one of the most-recognized sites in the world, and a must for anyone visiting Los Angeles. No movie tour would be complete without taking the World-Famous Studio Tour at Universal Studios Hollywood. Movies are filmed on the sound stages you’ll visit. Enjoy the many rides and attractions celebrating today’s blockbusters.
Featured accommodation
Best Western Sunset Plaza
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Andaz West Hollywood
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
Day 9 - Los Angeles
Visit the majestic Pacific Ocean today. Start at Venice Beach to discover an eclectic mix of street performers, funky shops, unique restaurants and, of course, Muscle Beach. This Bohemian hangout is not to be missed. Walk the boardwalk where Olivia Newton-John skated in “Xanadu” and explore the beautiful beach. Santa Monica visit the famous pier with a carousel, it was the setting for the Looff Hippodrome in “The Sting.” It’s also where Forrest Gump “ran clear to the ocean.”
Featured accommodation
Best Western Sunset Plaza
Enhance your experience
Andaz West Hollywood
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel
Day 10 - Return to the UK
Spend the morning at leisure in Los Angeles before catching an afternoon flight back to the UK.
Wellington Hotel, New York Holidays
New York's historic Wellington Hotel has been welcoming guests from around the world for 116 years. You are invited to explore everything there is to see and do in this great City from this superb location near Broadway, Carnegie Hall, Central Park, MoMA and Rockefeller Centre. The hotel offers a truly guest-centred experience assuring that you will feel completely at home. With the Park Cafe, a neighbourhood favourite, Molyvos, an award-winning Greek restaurant and a friendly, welcoming team, the Wellington is an ideal base for your business or leisure visit to New York City.
Lexington Hotel, New York Holidays
From the carefully curated art collection and boutique guest rooms, to Jazz Age glamour and live music, The Lexington Hotel, Autograph Collection offers rich character and uncommon details at every turn.
Lotte New York Palace, New York Holidays
A stately and historic landmark in Midtown Manhattan, Lotte New York Palace has long reigned as New York City’s most iconic and instantly recognizable hotel. A peerless address for business, a glamorous setting for society weddings, and a treasured retreat for family holidays, Lotte New York Palace is woven into the fabric of New York City.
Luxor Hotel
The pyramid at Luxor Resort in Las Vegas, with its beam of light, provides a striking visual even on the overtly glamorous Las Vegas Strip. One of the most recognizable structures in Las Vegas, the 30-storey pyramid – an architectural wonder – invites curiosity, while the inside rewards visitors with equal parts excitement, mystery and intrigue.
Mandalay Bay
The Mandalay Bay is a unique destination resort set on 120 lush acres on Las Vegas Blvd. with an 11-acre pool paradise featuring real sand and a wave pool. Property highlights include world-class entertainment at the 12,000-seat Mandalay Bay Events Center, award-winning dining by celebrity chefs and restaurateurs, LIGHT Nightclub, Shark Reef Aquarium and the 1.7-million-square-foot Mandalay Bay Convention Center. Mandalay Bay’s offerings also include House of Blues Concert Hall and restaurant, and The Shoppes at Mandalay Place, a collection of unique boutiques and restaurants.
The Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza, Los Angeles Holidays
The Best Western Plus Sunset Plaza offers 100 contemporary West Hollywood hotel rooms and suites in addition to the dream guest experience. Your reservation includes a complimentary hot buffet breakfast each morning, along with access to our picturesque flowering courtyard and outdoor pool area. The European-style rooms and suites come with modern amenities like free Wi-Fi fiber internet, USB power outlets, and high-definition TV with premium channels.
Andaz West Hollywood, Los Angeles Holidays
As the first hotel on the Sunset Strip, Andaz West Hollywood attracted legendary rockers in the mid-60s. It now serves as an eclectic gateway to Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and other fashionable neighborhoods. Elevate your LA experience at this iconic property reimagined for modern day.
Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, Los Angeles
Since opening in 1928, this legendary property has been the preferred address for celebrities, royalty and the international elite — and it’s easy to see why. Located at the intersection of Wilshire Boulevard and Rodeo Drive, the Beverly Wilshire puts you in the enviable heart of Beverly Hills, with designer shopping, fine dining and postcard-worthy views at our doorstep.
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Brooklyn Bridge
Chinese Theatre
The Bellagio
Statue of Liberty
Oscar
Hollywood
Las Vegas Sign
Empire State Building
Central Park
Sunset Blvd Sign
Hollywood Sign
USA Holiday Stopovers
Why not add in the 'Land of Fire and Ice' - Iceland -on your way to your holiday in the USA. We have put together a great stopover in Iceland for 2 or 3 nights which includes accommodation and the Golden Circle Trip which includes visits to the Gullfoss Waterfall, the geo thermal area of Geysir and Thingvellir National Park.
If you are travelling to the west coast of America, why not add a couple of nights stay in New York which includes accommodation and tickets for the 'Top of the Rock' observation platform for an iconic view of the city skyline. This can be done either on your way out or on the way back.
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