Shopping Around the USA

Colorful desert sunsets and premier resorts home to world-class spas and golf courses are synonymous with Scottsdale, Arizona. But fashionistas must visit the 200-plus retailers at Scottsdale Fashion Square, a can't-miss destination for luxury brand shopping, world-class dining and unique entertainment. Pop into Salvatore Ferragamo for the latest fashion and Bulgari for beautiful jewelry; dine on sushi at Nobu; and experience an immersive art exhibit at Wonderspaces.

In Bloomington, Minnesota, find everything on your list at Mall of America, the largest shopping complex in the USA complete with more than 500 stores, the SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium and Nickelodeon Universe amusement park. Anchor stores like Macy’s and Nordstrom make it easy to shop a variety of goods. Discover eclectic shopping from high-end handbags at Chanel to electronics at the Apple Store to U.S.-made jeans at Levi’s.

Located just 20 kilometers outside New York City in East Rutherford, New Jersey, American Dream is putting a fun-loving spin on the typical shopping experience. Ice skate on an NHL regulation-size ice rink or head to Big SNOW, an indoor ski and snowboard resort climate-controlled for real snow. This state-of-the-art mall offers a solid mix of luxury stores and fashion brands such as lululemon, MAC and ZARA as well as anchor stores like Saks Fifth Avenue.

Fashion and culture converge at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, California. Home to luxury brands – such as PRADA, Gucci, Harry Winston and MIU MIU – it’s also conveniently located next door to the prestigious Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Plan your visit, so you can catch a performance after your shopping experience. Make time for the Arts District Sculpture Tour, an open-air art installation with an impressive lineup of sculpture located adjacent to the mall.

After a day at the beach or spent boating in sunny Fort Lauderdale, Florida, venture 25 minutes west to Sunrise to shop at Sawgrass Mills. Scoop up outstanding deals at this outlet mall, which includes stores such as Adidas, DKNY, Lacoste and Pac Sun. Don’t skip the Colonnade, the open-air section of the mall, where designer brands like Tory Burch, Burberry and Versace await.

Iconic and filled with urban exuberance, New York City’s Fifth Avenue is lined with and surrounded by shopping heavyweights. Think Tiffany’s, Saks Fifth Avenue, Gucci and Hermés along with popular shops like Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic and American Girl Place. The shopping and dining are exceptional, but so are the museums on this fashionable avenue. Explore the Guggenheim Museum, an architectural masterpiece designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, and the world-famous Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Once you’ve played astronaut at Space Center Houston and munched on Houston’s famous kolaches (a pastry brought over by Czech immigrants), it’s time to shop at Texas’ largest shopping mall, The Galleria. What’s special here is that 70 of its 400-plus stores are exclusive to Houston, which makes this a one-of-a-kind place to shop. Discover major name brands and luxury goods from UGG boots to Fendi purses, then indulge in high-end sushi at Nobu Houston.

With more than 400 stores, boutiques and dining spots, this mega mall is a major shopping destination in the Greater Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, area. Home to upscale brands like Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Hermes and Carolina Herrera, it’s also a fantastic place to shop popular brands: Crate & Barrel, Eileen Fisher, Gap and Vans. Anchor stores here include Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom and Bloomingdale’s.

Close to the lovely beaches of Honolulu, Ala Moana Center offers both upscale and laid-back brands. This is the largest mall in Hawaii with more than 350 stores including Blue Hawaii Lifestyle, Sephora and Moncler. Catch the daily hula show at Center Stage, discover good luck deities at Guardian Spirits Sanctuary or take a restoring break at one of many chill eateries.

Find some of the coolest local and name-brand shops in the oldest neighborhood in Washington, D.C. In this charming neighborhood along the Potomac River, visit Diptyque, a specialty shop for pretty candles, or stop in for a frothy cappuccino at Blue Bottle Cafe. Shop at a blend of stores including Madewell, J. Crew and Tory Burch. On Sunday, make tracks to the Georgetown Flea Market, which is considered one of the best in the country for coveted vintage and unique items.