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Vacation in USA : Highlights & Travel Tips

The United States is a vast and varied destination where travelers can experience an extraordinary mix of landscapes, cultures, and city life in a single trip. From iconic skylines in New York City and Chicago to the beaches of California and Florida, the country stands out for its diversity and scale. Travelers can explore world-famous national parks such as Yellowstone, Yosemite, and the Grand Canyon, dive into regional food scenes from Texas barbecue to New Orleans Creole cuisine, and enjoy everything from small-town road trips to major cultural events, music festivals, and sporting spectacles.

What makes the USA especially rewarding is the sheer range of experiences available across its regions. Visitors can hike in the Rockies, drive along the Pacific Coast Highway, discover American history in Washington, D.C., Boston, and Philadelphia, or enjoy entertainment capitals like Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Nashville. Practical planning is important because distances are long and weather varies widely by season and region, so domestic flights, rental cars, and advance bookings can save time and money. Tipping is customary, public transportation is excellent in some major cities but limited in many other areas, and shoulder-season travel can offer better value while still providing great sightseeing and outdoor conditions.

Best time to travel USA

The best time to visit the USA is generally from July to October, with August and September standing out as the most popular months based on the data. This period offers warm weather, strong access to outdoor attractions and road trips, and a lively calendar of events, though September and October can be especially appealing for slightly fewer crowds in some destinations and beautiful seasonal scenery.

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High Sierra Trail Day 6

At 4:45, I crawled out of my tent with my sleeping bag. It wasn't clear when the sky would transition from dark to light. It finally happened around 5:30. The first hikers who...

Good night...

...From San José. No need for many words. Everything went great and at first glance, Costa Rica seems to be an extremely child and family-friendly country. We're looking forward...

Shenandoah National Park

Go hiking they said. It'll be fun they said

New York

the city that never sleeps

San Francisco

Arrived and explored the city with the Cable Cars. On Sundays, many people are out and about. Even the bad guys with their Low-Riders. I'm slowly starting to not believe the sea...

USA 2022 Day 15 + 16

On Friday, it was another travel day for us to visit friends. After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel and a quick swim for Egg in the pool, we drove through Asheville's arts...

USA 2022 Day 13 + 14

Just a small addition to Roanoke: In the evening, we visited the Roanoke Star. It was rather brief because it was windy and cold. I highly recommend staying at Elaine and...

USA 2022 Day 9 + 10

On my birthday we continued to Harrisonburg, with a stopover in Charlottesville, where we actually wanted to eat cheesecake. Arriving in Charlottesville, we had to realize that...

I have never been to New York...

I have never been to New York - and that will probably remain so for now

41st - 42nd day 23.03. - 24.03.2022

The day starts promisingly with one last look from my balcony in Myrtle Beach. I take two more pictures there with reasonably good weather - they will be the last two for today....

36th Day - 18-03-2022

My first view out the window this morning is of the weather. And it's foggy. Even down here now. I regret that a little. That probably means I have to drive the last third of...

35th Day - March 17, 2022

Due to COVID, several hotels have now adopted the practice of handing guests a breakfast bag instead of serving breakfast in a crowded dining room. That's the case with me...

Day 32 - March 14, 2022

The night ends at 3:00 am. My flight from San Diego to Atlanta leaves at 6:20 am. Tom is incredibly helpful and actually takes me to the airport at this time. It's really nice...

27th Day - 09 March 2022

A day in the Grand Canyon cannot be topped. That's why it's best not to even try. However, a good breakfast is not to be underestimated. Pancakes, bacon, and eggs keep you full...

26th Day - 08.03.2022

Due to the time difference, my mailbox is overflowing overnight. My mother is the first one to congratulate me. I take it all very joyfully, but I don't make a big deal out of...

25th day - 07/03/2022

It's cold this morning but no snow has fallen. The motel is really great, but the breakfast is forgettable. I get two toasts and a coffee. And after hearing German being spoken...

24th Day - 6th March 2022

During the night, a significant layer of snow has settled on my car. The sun is shining again in the morning, but it is extremely cold. I receive a pre-packed breakfast, which I...

20th Day - 2nd March 2022

Despite the proximity to Route 66, I had a peaceful night. It's strange, sometimes you sleep well even though you live practically on the highway, sometimes you hear every noise...

15th day - 25.02.2022

Even without the barking of dogs, I still wake up too early. But that's not because of the motel - the room is great. It's more because my internal clock is still not completely...

Day 6 - 16.02.2022

The night in our super luxury Airbnb was very relaxing. Absolutely no noise reached my ears, and the location is really great apart from the neighborhood. I didn't even hear the...

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13.10.2021 - 19.10.2021: Palm Springs

Calendar 13.10.2021Trip from the Grand Canyon via Oatman to Palm Springs 14.10.2021 - 18.10.2021Chilling at the hotel pool, dolce far niente 16.10.2021Palm Springs Aerial...

Pinedale for the first time

21.8. After a long drive, we arrive in Pinedale. Pinedale has a similar charm to Custer but feels less artificial. It is conservative, but in a tolerable way. While shopping at...

California 2015

In August, my good friend and I headed to the land of unlimited possibilities, California. Our loyal companion was a Toyota named Bluebird. Our first stop was Los Angeles, where...

First Day in Los Angeles

1/3 As we arrived at the LAX Airport (My brother and myself), I could immediately feel the climate change between the US and Switzerland. We actually went straight ahead and...

For now, the last day on Oahu

Hey friends, like the past few days, we had breakfast together with the others today as well. However, we didn't spend the morning together. Some decided to go to the farmers...

22.02.2020 - Day 59 - New York City, USA

A little later than usual, the blog comes straight from the Big Apple. Today, thanks to a late check-out and a few extra dollars, we were able to stay in our villa until 4pm and...