USA Travel Guide
The United States of America with an area of 9,631, 418 sq km is one of the largest economies of the world. Although it suffered a major economical setback, it has fought back with increased vigor only to emerge stronger. Every year thousands of people from across the globe travel to USA for business purposes as well as leisure trips. The country has several interesting tourist attractions,
When to visit the country
The size of America is vast and this is undoubtedly an advantage for the travelers. Let us see how. The weather differs from one state to another. So, if a particular state has bad weather, it may be sunny elsewhere in USA.
Broadly speaking, the prime holiday season is summer. American summer is well known all over the world. Summer in USA sets in on Memorial Day and lasts until Labor Day.
The main reason why Americans travel to distant places in summer is not because the weather is pleasant but as the schools remain closed during this period. You will find tourists and locals on the beaches in August.
If you cannot make it in summer, you can travel during spring and fall. Spring lasts from March to May and fall lasts from September through November. If you wish to brave the winter, plan a trip to the ski resorts in December.
Where to go in USA
There are innumerable tourist attractions in USA. The numbers vary from one state to another. There are 50 states to choose the tourist attractions from. Given below are the top places of interest in United States of America.
- Niagara Falls
- Universal Studios
- Grand Canyon
- The Las Vegas Strip (Nevada)
- Times Square ( New York City)
- Memorial Parks and National Mall (Washington D.C)
- Busch Gardens Africa (Tampa Bay, Florida)
- Atlantic City Boardwalk (New Jersey)
- American Museum of Natural History (New York)
- Cape Cod National Seashore (Massachusetts)
- Sea World San Diego (California)
- Wakiki Beach Oahu (Hawaii)
- Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (New Jersey)
- Metropolitan Museum (New York)
- Temple Square
- San Antonio River Walk (Texas)
- Sea World Florida
- Navy Pier Chicago (Illinois)
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area (Arizona)
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park (North Carolina)
- Disneyland Park (California)
- Faneuil Hall Marketplace (Massachusetts)
Once, you have selected the holiday destination in USA, the mode of transportation you want to avail has to be decided upon. To know how to reach the United States is important and you can get the information from USA Travel guide.
How to reach
You can reach America by air, water, and land.
By Air
There are more than 400 domestic airports in United States. Several international airline companies operate flights to and from the United States. The list below provides names of popular airports in USA, which draw large traffic of passengers.
- Boston Logan International Airport
- Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International Airport
- Denver International Airport
- Las Vegas Mc Carran International Airport
- Miami International Airport
You can board a flight from an airport closest to your hometown and land at any of the airport in the United States.
By train
There are regular rail services between New York and Montreal, New York and Toronto via Niagara Falls, Vancouver and Seattle, and Chicago and Toronto. There are other places too that are connected by rail services. Amtrak is the most popular rails service provider in USA.
By Road
Greyhound bus services are frequent. There are buses that leave at frequent intervals and connect different towns and cities in United States and Mexico with adjoining states. There are many car rental companies in USA that can help you to travel within the city.
Last updated on 23/9/2010
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