Welcome to the Flyer. This week:
In the spirit of transatlantic brotherhood, we celebrated independence day with a special issue devoted to the United States, going in search of authentic Americana, from the lobster shacks of New England to the Tex-Mex music of San Antonio and a cult cowboy festival in Nevada. Meanwhile on Been there, some entries in our readers' photograph competition captured the epic scale of America's national parks. And, don't forget to send us your tips on the best outdoor city pools in the world
THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS
Britain's best views: Martin Wainwright explores Bempton Cliffs in North Yorkshire
Spotted online - city tips by locals: chilling on Amsterdam's city beach, where to buy Croatia's hippest retro trainers
Bath's top 10 budget eats: Tony Naylor samples Bath's tastiest meals for under a tenner
A Basque banquet: a simple fishing trip turns into a culinary adventure in southwest France
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THIS WEEK'S NEWS AND COMMENT
£2bn Delhi airport terminal signals a new India, says PM
Thames cable car plans unveiled for 2012 Olympics
Lake District hotel promises guests £100 refund if it rains
TRAVEL BLOG
Campaign for rail ale: Tony Naylor is delighted to see decent station pubs making a comeback
Ask Tom live: Lonely Planet's Tom Hall answered your questions on last-minute summer holidays
ON BEEN THERE
Photo competiton winners: national parks Your winning shots of the world's great adventure playgrounds
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Video breaks: swimming the open-air pools of London; alfresco fun in the shadow of the Colosseum; top 10 beaches in Sydney
DID YOU MISS ...
In Saturday's Travel Guardian
American independence day special: the lobster shacks of New England; cowboy festival in Nevada; the insiders' guide to national parks
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