I'm coming to America within the next 6 months (travelling for 2 months)?

Question

Can you tell me the best 'must sees' of America?

Thanks

Staring from LAX going to New York

Answer 1

No need to spend too much time in LA - check out Santa Monica, Malibu, Pasadena, Beverly Hills, Hollywood and maybe the Getty Center, then move on. If you have a few days to spare, drive down to San Diego, it's absolutely beautiful. Drive up the Pacific Coast Highway to San Francisco.

In terms of nature I'd recommend Yosemite and Yellowstone National Parks, and I'd definitely go down to New Mexico - Santa Fe and Monument Valley.

Moving east, pay a visit to Chicago and the Great Lakes area. I agree that New Orleans used to be one of the "must-see's", but not sure what state it is in now.

And on the East Coast, well, I've never been to Florida but Miami is very high on my list of places to go. Then of course Washington, D.C, and New York City. If you happen to be there in Autumn, drive North for the Indian Summer.

There are other beautiful places all over the country, like Austin, TX, and the South, so if you get a chance, go there too.

In terms of getting around, some airlines used to offer special packages with a number of inland flights to be used within a certain time, but not sure if they do that anymore. Otherwise driving is the best way to explore the U.S. - it's part of the traveling experience. Have fun!

Answer 2

Another difficult question. The answer depends a lot on your interests, but my advice would be to take a roadtrip. That is the real way to see America. National Geographic has a great travel guide called scenic byways, or something like that. It has about 10 roadtrips in it.

For nature, you should really see the Grand Canyon. There are many, many places that are perhaps even more beautiful, but I don't think anyplace can match the Grand Canyon for the awe factor. You can also arrange a fantastic rafting trip down the Colorado river in the Canyon. My brothers and one of my sisters went on that and they were ready to go back the very next week.

I love the Appalachians. They are very laid back, cool, and easy to get around compared to other mountain ranges.

As for cities, I would say New Orleans, but it is not back to its old self yet. If you want a real city experience, New York or Chicago. If you want a sprawling American city then you might try L.A. Again, though, it really depends on what you are looking for. Charleston or Savannah would wow you if you liked that Old South, refined, genteel feel. D.C. is impressive. It's beautiful, has free museums that are FANTASTIC, and it is the capital.

Sorry, I could go on and on. It really depends on your interests, but again, I say take a roadtrip. You can get all sorts of guidebooks for "Roadfood" or kitchy type stops such as the biggest ball of twine, etc.

I just saw your addendum. Again, I say drive from LA to New York. There used to be a way you could "move" a car from the West Coast to the East Coast and not have to pay for it. Or you could "rent a wreck." If you drive from LA, you could drive part of the way on Route 66. You could drive along the south and stop at Las Vegas, the painted dessert, the Grand Canyon, maybe even the Pueblos. Sante Fe is an intersting city.

I envy you.

Answer 3

Sounds fabulous. I am sure you will have fun. I recommend you stop in Saint Louis. You don't really understand the USA unless you understand the huge western migration that made it a coast-to-coast country. There is a great museum on that subject at the base of "The Arch". Also, it is the home of Budweiser and there is a great brewery tour (with free samples).

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Best wishes.

Answer 4

You need to visit La Jolla, California and the Ritz Carlton at Laguna Niguel (south of Newport, California). Then drive the Pacific Coast Highway up to Portland, Oregon.

Answer 5

It depends on the area you will be in. America is a big place. I'd find out exactly where you were going, and the big tourist stuff in that area. There's loads of stuff to see here, so I'm sure you will not have a problem. Have fun!

Answer 6

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Answer 7

The Grand Canyon, Yosemite Park, Rock and Roll hall of fame, Disneyland or disneyworld. Have fun and be safe!

Answer 8

The whole America is the place to see many many times.

Answer 9

USA is a big place.Where are you travelling to,LOS ANGLES

Answer 10

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