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US Travel Information

Hurricane Helene Update

From Florida's Gulf Coast to the mountains of North Carolina and areas beyond, the effects of Hurricane Helene are still being felt in many areas of the southeastern USA. If your travel plans include this region, please check ahead before traveling. A few areas, particularly in Western North Carolina and along the Florida Gulf Coast, were severely impacted and are in the process of rebuilding. The local destination or state travel website will have the most up-to-date information.

Information and tips on visiting the USA

 

Welcome to the USA! Here you will find lots of great information and tips on visiting the USA. We’ve done the research for you so you can just enjoy your trip. Being prepared early and knowing what to expect will help you ease into the USA way of life.

No two trips are alike, so you will find information in this section for a variety of trip types. Whether you prefer staying in a resort or camping under the stars, we’ve included the details you need to be safe and happy on your USA trip.

While you’ll find many of the things you already love, and discover new ones, there are a few things that are different here. Take for example our units of measurement, our electricity, our business hours and official public holidays. We suggest you begin with a brief overview of U.S. customs and culture. From here, you will find information covers family travelactivity planningshopping and an overview of the country’s health and safety information. No matter if your trip length is two days or two months, these sections will help make you an informed traveler.

Have a great trip!

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