Südwesten der USA: Westküste und Nationalparks

Our 3-week round trip has come to an end, and we return home happy and with many positive impressions. The 2,099 miles or 3,378 km long route through the four...

A quick jump back to the beginning of our road trip: My 25-year-old Austrian paper driving license puts a smile on the face of the friendly junior employee at the rental car...

It is well known that the perfection of commercialization resides in the USA: everything costs extra, and where there are many people, everything is three times as expensive. This...

The Universal Studios Hollywood offers deep insights into film sets and special effects with its Theme Park and the famous Studio Tour. The 45-minute tram tour takes us over the...

Today we will ride to the Santa Monica Pier, which offers a diverse mix of entertainment and coastal vibes. The historic pier with its big wheel, small snack stands, and street...

Today's journey takes us to the Petersen Automotive Museum, a fascinating collection, even if you aren't a car enthusiast. The futuristic building on Wilshire Boulevard...

Los Angeles is the grand finale of our tour. We are staying in Hollywood and have several exciting days ahead of us. After our first night in Los Angeles, we start the day with...

We didn't see any bears, even though you can certainly encounter them in Yosemite, but we've been able to observe many other animals and take photos of some: ...

Today we continue to LEGOLAND California in Carlsbad. According to the weather forecast, we, who have now become accustomed to desert heat, can expect chilly 24 degrees....

In the desert, you may encounter a mirage. This is especially true when it comes to the Joshua Tree National Park. Here, rock formations transform into skulls, penguins,...

A glamping experience (Glamorous Camping) of the distinctly American style is our accommodation in an Airstream located in a car camp right next to Joshua Tree National Park. A...

The Grand Canyon is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is one of those places that appear far less impressive in photographs than in reality. The size is simply incredible and...

Today we drive past Lake Powell to Page to visit Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. The Antelope Canyon is located in the Navajo Reservation in Arizona and is the most visited...

After 2 nights in Sin City, we continue to Utah, back to nature, passing through Zion National Park, over Cedar Breaks National Monument and Red Canyon to Bryce Canyon National...

Robot fights have become a part of the American entertainment industry, much like monster trucks or wrestling. Since the Big Bang Theory, such fights have also gained widespread...

Today, entertainment is on the agenda. It is the largest spherical building in the world and features the largest HD screen globally. The exterior cladding called 'Exosphere' is...

One should, if possible, visit Las Vegas during the week, as almost all hotels are significantly more expensive on weekends. While even the major luxury hotels offer affordable...

The drive from Bishop to Las Vegas is the longest and most remote stretch of our trip, so I thoroughly check the car (especially the tires and air conditioning) one more time....

Today our round trip continues through the Yosemite Valley with a stop at Tunnel View for Bridalveil Fall. This waterfall can be reached via a short walk along a beautiful river...

We will spend the night at the Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite in Fish Camp, just a few minutes from the southern entrance of the national park. After breakfast, we will set off early...

Today we will take the second ferry to Alcatraz in the morning and explore the former high-security prison and the filming location of the gripping 90s action blockbuster “The...

To my surprise, the autonomous vehicle drives quickly through the streets of San Francisco – somewhat unusual when you usually drive the vehicle yourself. How the ethical dilemma...

The friendly Border Control is surprisingly quick, and after about 30 minutes of waiting, we can head to our hotel where we will spend our first night. Having two consecutive...

If I were a tour operator, I would describe the road trip like this: “This journey for families with children aged 8 and older through the four states of California, Nevada,...