Trafalgar is launching a dedicated storytelling initiative “The Real Word by Trafalgar” designed to highlight the American people in celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary.
For Australian and New Zealand travellers, the US remains a top-tier destination. The nation’s appeal lies in its sheer diversity, offering a vast tapestry of landscapes, cultures, and vibrant cities that continue to captivate Southern Hemisphere explorers. Trafalgar’s initiative goes beyond the landmarks and monuments and focuses on the true soul of the US: the people.
Experiences in “The Real Word by Trafalgar” initiative in the coming months include American hosts such as a pair of cider-pressing entrepreneurs in the woods of Michigan, an indigenous storyteller in Montana, and a Yosemite conservancy naturalist protecting one of America’s National Parks. These exclusive encounters allow travellers to break bread with local families, support community conservation, and discover local secrets.
“The USA is in the midst of a historic cultural moment, but what truly makes America a spectacular destination isn’t just its monuments – it’s the people who breathe life into them,” Trafalgar Marketing Manager of Oceania Laura Stephenson said. “By sharing the authentic, insider stories of the locals who shape these communities, we are inviting Australians/New Zealanders to experience a side of the USA they won’t find in a guidebook.”
Aside from the nation’s 250th year of independence, the iconic Route 66 is also celebrating its 100th year, all while the country takes centre stage globally amid the ongoing World Cup.
Washington, DC is also celebrating 250 years of freedom with museum openings, festivals and more from July to September.
