The United States of America, a vast country in North America, offers travelers a wealth of experiences, from breathtaking nature to vibrant metropolises.
New York City, the “city that never sleeps”, fascinates with skyscrapers, Broadway shows and cultural diversity.
National parks such as the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone are natural wonders and ideal places for outdoor adventures.
The beaches of Florida, California, and Hawaii invite you to relax, while the coasts of Oregon and Maine are wild and awe-inspiring.
US cuisine varies from regional specialties to international influences.
The hospitality of Americans is warm, and you will appreciate the diversity of people and cultures.
The USA is a land of opportunity, a place where adventurers, city travellers and nature lovers alike get their money’s worth.
The states of the USA (in brackets capitals)
Alabama (Montgomery)
Alaska (Juneau)
Arizona (Phoenix)
Arkansas (Little Rock)
California (Sacramento)
Colorado (Denver)
Connecticut (Hartford)
Delaware (Dover)
Florida (Tallahassee)
Georgia (Atlanta)
Hawaii (Honolulu)
Idaho (Boise)
Illinois (Springfield)
Indiana (Indianapolis)
Iowa (Des Moines)
Kansas (Topeka)
Kentucky (Frankfort)
Louisiana (Baton Rouge)
Maine (Augusta)
Maryland (Annapolis)
Massachusetts (Boston)
Michigan (Lansing)
Minnesota (Saint Paul)
Mississippi (Jackson)
Missouri (Jefferson City)
Montana (Helena)
Nebraska (Lincoln)
Nevada (Carson City)
New Hampshire (Concord)
New Jersey (Trenton)
New Mexico (Santa Fe)
New York (Albany)
North Carolina (Raleigh)
North Dakota (Bismarck)
Ohio (Columbus)
Oklahoma (Oklahoma City)
Oregon (Salem)
Pennsylvania (Harrisburg)
Rhode Island (Providence)
South Carolina (Columbia)
South Dakota (Pierre)
Tennessee (Nashville)
Texas (Austin)
Utah (Salt Lake City)
Vermont (Montpelier)
Virginia, Richmond
Washington (Olympia)
West Virginia (Charleston)
Wisconsin (Madison)
Wyoming (Cheyenne)
The United States is one of the most popular holiday destinations because of its wide range of travel options. In addition to cosmopolitan cities, the huge country has a lot of sights, excellent beaches and nature reserves to offer. No wonder that many Americans prefer to spend their holidays in their own country. Which states and regions are particularly popular...
Motorhomes can be rented at a number of locations in the USA. On average, they are slightly larger than in Europe, and the camping and parking lots are also adapted to these vehicles. However, there is a size limit on many campsites that are beautiful in themselves. It is mostly at 25 ft. (feet), which corresponds to ~7.62 m. Therefore, the first question when...
Breathtaking, cosmopolitan and – expensive. New York City has become one of the most expensive cities in the world in recent years. Not only the inhabitants of the Big Apple, but also tourists are feeling the effects of this development: accommodation, restaurant visits and sightseeing can put a lot of strain on the travel budget. Nevertheless, the city can also be...
A piece of old America in the New World: In New England, the historical relationship to Europe becomes visible. by Susanne Reuter To this day, clear traces of the English settlers can be seen in the architecture, in the language of the inhabitants and in the overall lifestyle of the region. The name New England is derived from the description of the adventurer John...
When you have decided to go on holiday to New York, the question automatically arises as to which skyscrapers you definitely want to visit. Because one thing is clear: The Big Apple is expensive and so you may not want to visit all the buildings. We were on the East Coast in October 2023 and visited Rockefeller Center, the Empire State Building, The Edge, One World...
The metropolis in the Nevada desert is also known as the “City of Sin” or the “Gambling Capital of the World”. This image attracts countless visitors every year to Las Vegas, which has built up a reputation as a vibrant entertainment metropolis. Those who come here look for the luxurious resorts, first-class shows and the glaring lights that...
On the southeast coast of Florida, between Miami and West Palm Beach, lies Fort Lauderdale. As a regional metropolitan area in Broward County, the town is very popular with locals and travelers from all over the world. The numerous beaches, canals and lagoons and the relaxed, cultivated flair gave the city the nickname Venice of the USA. A fascinating holiday and...
When planning your trip to the USA, you should be aware that the US border is one of the toughest in the world. Thousands of tourists are denied entry every year because of mistakes at the border. The typical “entry fails” can be easily avoided. 1. Passport control and conversation with U.S. border officials Travelers from the 40 “visa waiver...
Grand Canyon National Park is located in the state of Arizona in the USA and is the 15th national park in the country. Of course, the main attraction of the park is the Grand Canyon, a part of the Colorado River that ends in a canyon. It is often referred to as a wonder of the world. The national park has a total area of just under 5000 km². In 2017, it had a new...
No city in the world stands more for a potpourri of different social classes, all nations of the earth, freedom, big dreams, film sets, excessive shopping and skyscrapers whose end seems to disappear into the sky than New York. The metropolis in the USA is also called the Big Apple and pulsates around the clock, without rest periods. New York is addictive, it...