USA Travel Guide
Location: The USA is in North America and has 50 States. It borders Canada to the North and Mexico to the South and is bordered by three oceans: the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the East, and the Arctic Ocean to the north.
Language: English
Get Here: via Plane with Momondo
Currency: United States Dollar (USD) – check the latest exchange rate here
Electrical Plug Fixture: Type A & B (Grab yourself a universal adapter and you’ll never have to worry about having the right plug again!)
Capital City: Washington DC
Other Major Cities: Chicago, Los Angeles, New York City, San Fransisco, Texas, Boston, San Diego, Houston, Philadelphia, Dallas, Seattle, San Antonio, Denver, Nashville, Atlanta, Miami, Phoenix, New Orleans, Memphis, El Paso, Las Vegas,
Famous For: Way too many things to list.. but I think GQ has it covered with their List of the 101 Most American Things in ‘Murica
When To Visit: You can travel to the USA at any time of year, with it’s seasons mirroring those of other northern hemisphere countries. Spring and Summer are between March and August; Winter is between September and February. March/April and August/September provide optimum temperatures and fewer crowds.
Visa Requirements: A Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) is in place for citizens of several countries, which allows those citizens to enter the USA for a period of 90 days without a visa. However, with most countries, Visa requirements change often, and I urge you to check with the State Department a few months prior to your intended arrival.
Travel Within The USA: The best American adventures come from road tripping and you can get cheap car hire with HolidayAutos. However, if you are short on time, it may be worth throwing in a few internal flights to get you from A to B. Check out Skyscanner & Momondo for the best deals!
Travel Vaccinations: There are no specific exotic vaccination requirements for visiting the USA, however it is expected that you ensure your basic/routine immunizations are up to date.
General USA Inspiration:
The 30 BEST Places to Visit in the USA
& The Best Ski Resorts in the USA
Coast To Coast Roadtrip! LA to New York in 3-4 weeks
- LA To NYC Coast to Coast Roadtrip in 3-4 Weeks
(Santa Monica – Los Angeles – Las Vegas – Zion National Park – Horseshoe Bend – Antelope Canyon – Grand Canyon National Park – Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park – Santa Fe – Roswell – Carlsbad Caverns – Luckenbach – San Antonio – Austin – Sam Houston Jones State Park – New Orleans – Graceland – Memphis – Nashville – Virginia – Washington DC – Philadelphia – New York) - Best Road Trips in Wisconsin
National Parks
- Complete List of National Parks by State (inc. Printable Checklist)
- 35+ STUNNING West Coast National Parks (inc. Map & Free PDF Checklist)
- Arches National Park Hikes & Travel Guide
- Things To Do in Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah
- Things to Do in Yellowstone + How to Plan your Trip!
- 13 Amazing Things to do in Yosemite (+ Handy Yosemite Guide!)
- Things to do in Zion National Park (+ Travel Guide)
- 13 Stunning National Parks near Las Vegas (inc. Map)
- 10 Epic National Parks near Denver Colorado (inc. Map)
Juneau
Phoenix
Los Angeles
San Francisco
- 3 Days in San Francisco – The Perfect San Francisco Itinerary (Written by a local!)
- 15+ Top San Francisco Trips for Your San Francisco Vacation
- 30+ Free Things to do in San Francisco (inc. Map)
Auburn
Palm Springs
Denver
- Fun Things to do in Denver Today (+ Handy Travel Guide)
- Visiting Denver: Top Denver Travel Tips to Know Before You Go
- Best Winter Camping in Colorado: Campsites & Packing Tips
Orlando
- 15 BEST Things to do in Orlando (for Adults!)
- Where to stay in Florida: The Best Florida Neighbourhoods for your next Vacation
Fort Lauderdale
Jacksonville
Miami
- 20+ Fun Things to Do in Miami for Adults (Perfect for First Time Visitors)
- Top Tips for Visiting Miami on a Budget (by a Local!)
Tampa
Savannah, GA
Hawaii
- First Timers Guide to Hawaii – Top Things to Do on the Big Island
- 15+ Top Things to do in Maui (Perfect for First-Time Visitors)
Chicago
- 48 Hours in Chicago: Where To Stay, What To Do & Where To Eat
- 10 BEST Day Trips from Chicago (that are totally worth the $$)
New Orleans
- 20+ INCREDIBLE Things to do in New Orleans for First Timers
- 10 Day Trips from New Orleans + 3 Perfect New Orleans Weekend Getaways
Boston
Nantucket
Salem
Ann Arbor
Grand Rapids
Las Vegas
- Viva Las Vegas! The Best Things To Do, See and Eat in Sin City
- The Best Tours & Day Trips from Las Vegas
- Where to Stay in Las Vegas – Options for every budget!
- 50+ FREE Things to do in Las Vegas – for those days where you just can’t spend (lose!) any more money!
- 15+ Incredible Road Trips from Las Vegas
- 35+ Essential Las Vegas Tips to Know Before You Go
- 40+ Fun Things to do in Downtown Las Vegas (Inc. Map)
- 60+ Things to do in Vegas BESIDES Gamble
- 13 Incredible National Parks Near Las Vegas (inc. Map!)
New Mexico
- Coming Soon
New York
- Incredible Things To Do in New York & How To Explore Like A Local
- 20+ FREE Things to do in New York City
- Essential New York Travel Tips – What to Know Before You Go
- A Perfect One Day in New York Itinerary (Written by a local)
Cincinnati
Portland
Bend
Seattle
- 10 Best Things to do in Seattle for First-Timers (+ Handy Travel Guide)
- Ultimate One Day in Seattle Itinerary (+Tips from a Local)
Pennsylvania
Nashville
- Coming Soon
Austin
Dallas
El Paso
San Antonio
Utah
Washington D.C.
- Perfect Weekend In Washington DC – Things to do, Where to Stay & What To Eat
- 40+ Free Things to do in Washington DC (Art, Parks, Politics & More!)
- Complete Guide to the Free Smithsonian Museums (in DC, NYC, and Virginia)
- Plan a Trip to Washington DC: 17 Top Travel Tips to Know Before You Go
- 50+ Washington DC Attractions You Simply Can’t Miss!
La Crosse
- 10 Incredible Things to do in La Crosse – Perfect for First Time Visitors
- Epic Wisconsin Road Trips to Explore the State