Fly to Los Angeles and pick up a hire car. Drive wherever the feeling takes you. Visit San Fransisco, Yosemite National Park, drive the famous coastal road, swim at Monterrey or even head to Las Vegas.
After a leisurely week board Carnival Miracle and sail to Cabo San Lucas, Matazalan and Puerto Vallarta
Upon your return to LA you can head straight home or extend your stay in a US city of your choice, favourites include LA, Las Vegas and New York