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Why you should visit the USA at least once

Written by Fiona

August 30 2021

It’s a country that is known for its vast landscape, iconic landmarks and endless opportunities. Which is why the US has been the destination of choice for many worldwide travellers for many years due to the variety of destinations available for visitors.

The US has a rich history and culture that can be experienced in so many different ways: From visiting iconic landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Grand Canyon or Hollywood to learning about Native American heritage at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. There is not doubt, you’ll experience something new every time you visit.

There are so many things to see and do while visiting this country, but these are some reasons why you should visit it at least once in your lifetime.

For scenic views

The U.S. is home to many of the most scenic views in the world. If you enjoy relaxing around water, there are many options: Acadia, Great Smoky Mountains, or the Everglades, for example.

The Grand Canyon is an incredible sight — and don’t forget to stop by Monument Valley on your way back from Utah. There are so many things to do in the Grand Canyon area. You can book a helicopter tour to get an aerial view of the canyon, or you can try something new and take a hot air balloon ride. Even though these are pretty expensive tours, they are definitely worth it for the views that you’ll see.

If you don’t want to spend as much money, just hike down into the Grand Canyon from one of its trails or take a guided tour. Visiting the Grand Canyon is something that you have to do at least once in your life because it’s so breathtaking and unique.

Washington DC.

It’s a melting pot

The United States is known for its diversity. All you have to do is stop in any major city and look around. People from all walks of life are what makes the U.S. so great. You can visit New York City or Washington D.C., a vast cultural centre like Chicago, or enjoy the sunny beaches of Florida, California, or Hawaii.

New England gems.

Hidden gems to explore

The United States is known for being a land of opportunity and diversity. You can visit the country’s various regions, such as New England or Vegas, to experience different climates, scenery, food, entertainment, etc. One region you should visit at least once is the Southwestern United States to see some of its hidden natural gems.

If you want to go somewhere a little more exotic, why not head out west and visit some Native American ruins?

Food is delicious

Food is delicious in the U.S. You can try so many different types of food, from Chinese to Italian and more. The states have some of the best restaurants you will find anywhere else in the world. American wine is good, too.

San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge.
Mount Rushmore.

So many landmarks

There are many natural beauty spots and landmarks that you can visit in the United States. From beaches to mountains, forests, and deserts – it really is a land of great diversity. And don’t forget about all those cities with their tall skyscrapers. Just think how amazing they must look at night when lit up by thousands of bright lights.

The U.S. is also home to many well-known and popular tourist attractions, from the Statue of Liberty in New York City to Mount Rushmore in South Dakota. If you love architecture, be sure not to miss out on visiting Chicago’s famous “Bean” sculpture or San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge.

There are many historical sites such as Washington D.C., home to the White House and Capitol Building, or Boston’s Freedom Trail – a walking trail that will take you around 16 historically important locations in this city.

Visiting America really is an unforgettable experience because it has so much to offer visitors from all over the world. If your budget can stretch to it, we recommend staying for at least a couple of weeks and doing some road tripping around the country. Here you can get to explore all that America has to offer.

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