The United States of America is one of the greatest countries in the world. If only due to how large and absolutely varied its top destinations are. You have some of the world’s natural wonders, have some of the top cities like New York or San Francisco, and of course miles upon miles of unspoiled nature. The United States of America is more double the size of all the EU nations combined, so you can only imagine what fun and adventure you can have. You just need the confidence to start travelling through America.
Choose Your Destination
The first step when it comes to any travel plan is to choose the destination. In the US, however, this will be a bit more involved than just, say, choosing the capital. Washington DC is certainly a good choice, but it isn’t the most popular destination nor the hands-down most exciting city in America.
You Have NYC, San Francisco, Las Vegas, New Orleans – just to name a few popular ones. Then there are the incredible national parks and wildlife opportunities. If you and your family want to have an authentic camping experience, for example, then consider a destination like Lake Tahoe. As you can see from this VacationRenter guide, there is so much to do and see, both indoors and outdoors, making it the perfect year-round outdoor retreat.
Tips On Lowering Costs
Once you have chosen your destination, it is time to choose when you go. If your goal is to travel for as little as possible, you will then need to find the best days to fly, and how to lower your transportation costs on the ground.
Flight costs vary massively from day to day, so use comparison apps to choose the best dates to fly. If you don’t have the money to fly, or stay in hotels, perhaps consider hiring an SUV or camper van instead.
Get Your ESTA & Insurance
Once you have your flight, you will need to get your Electronic System for Travel Authorisation. It can be done online, costs only USD 14, and is good for up to 2 years. Get it early so that you don’t have to worry about not having it. Then, you will want to get ample coverage for travel insurance. Healthcare in America will cost you an arm and a leg if you go without it.
Pack A Travel Capsule Wardrobe
There are now budget flight ticket options for those who are capable of travelling with only a carry-on, but to take advantage of these discounts you will need to create a travel wardrobe. There will always be ways to wash your clothes on the ground, so choose clothes that go well together, make use of a washing machine, and even a month-long trip can comfortably fit in a carry-on suitcase.
Travelling through America can be tricky as it’s such a large place. It’s impossible to try and get everything done at once. Instead, pick specific destinations and try to experience those as much as you can. Even if you take a month off to do an epic road trip, you still won’t be able to see even the top ten destinations. Plan small, so you can enjoy and experience each place, rather than just check off a list.
Where would you go first while travelling through America?
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