United States Travel Guide - Passport & Plates

The United States is vast and incredibly diverse, a melting pot made up of languages and cultures from all over the world. It’s all-too-easy to stereotype the United States but the reality is that each city is distinct, with a different vibe, food scene and even climate. Tourists often flock to the East Coast, but don’t miss the West Coast, home to the Pacific Coast Highway – one of the most beautiful road trips in the world. Alternatively Route 66 will take you through some of the highlights of the United States including some famed national parks. Whether you’re here for the parks, the cities, the food or the art, the United States is a country where no two visits are the same.

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Due to its large size, the climate in the U.S. varies wildly. The North experiences seasons in a more extreme form compared to The South. Check the weather for specific cities when planning your trip.

March – May: Spring is generally a good time to visit most of the cities in The United States. The bitter cold of winter is gone and plants start to bloom. Parts of the country see a fair amount of rainfall during this period but the weather is still decent nonetheless.

September – November: September is another great month to visit: the weather is still nice but most tourists are gone. Leaves typically start to change colors in September and weather starts to cool down somewhat significantly by October.

Due to its large size, the climate in the U.S. varies wildly. The North of the U.S. experiences the four seasons in a more extreme form whereas the South sees less drastic temperature differences. The climate becomes more humid as you go from West to East. Check the weather for specific cities when planning your trip.

March – May: Generally speaking, spring is a good time to visit most of the cities in The United States, with May being the most optimal month. The bitter cold of winter is gone and plants start to bloom. Parts of the country see a fair amount of rainfall during this period but the weather is still decent nonetheless.

September – November: September, like May, is another great month to visit: the weather is still nice but most tourists are gone. Leaves typically start to change colors in September and weather starts to cool down somewhat significantly by October. By November, you can usually expect solid winter temperatures.

when + where to visit

Due to its large size, the climate in the U.S. varies wildly. The North experiences seasons in a more extreme form compared to The South. Check the weather for specific cities when planning your trip.

March – May: Spring is generally a good time to visit most of the cities in The United States. The bitter cold of winter is gone and plants start to bloom. Parts of the country see a fair amount of rainfall during this period but the weather is still decent nonetheless.

September – November: September is another great month to visit: the weather is still nice but most tourists are gone. Leaves typically start to change colors in September and weather starts to cool down somewhat significantly by October.

Due to its large size, the climate in the U.S. varies wildly. The North of the U.S. experiences the four seasons in a more extreme form whereas the South sees less drastic temperature differences. The climate becomes more humid as you go from West to East. Check the weather for specific cities when planning your trip.

March – May: Generally speaking, spring is a good time to visit most of the cities in The United States, with May being the most optimal month. The bitter cold of winter is gone and plants start to bloom. Parts of the country see a fair amount of rainfall during this period but the weather is still decent nonetheless.

September – November: September, like May, is another great month to visit: the weather is still nice but most tourists are gone. Leaves typically start to change colors in September and weather starts to cool down somewhat significantly by October. By November, you can usually expect solid winter temperatures.

when + where to visit

Due to its large size, the climate in the U.S. varies wildly. The North experiences seasons in a more extreme form compared to The South. Check the weather for specific cities when planning your trip.

March – May: Spring is generally a good time to visit most of the cities in The United States. The bitter cold of winter is gone and plants start to bloom. Parts of the country see a fair amount of rainfall during this period but the weather is still decent nonetheless.

September – November: September is another great month to visit: the weather is still nice but most tourists are gone. Leaves typically start to change colors in September and weather starts to cool down somewhat significantly by October.

Due to its large size, the climate in the U.S. varies wildly. The North of the U.S. experiences the four seasons in a more extreme form whereas the South sees less drastic temperature differences. The climate becomes more humid as you go from West to East. Check the weather for specific cities when planning your trip.

March – May: Generally speaking, spring is a good time to visit most of the cities in The United States, with May being the most optimal month. The bitter cold of winter is gone and plants start to bloom. Parts of the country see a fair amount of rainfall during this period but the weather is still decent nonetheless.

September – November: September, like May, is another great month to visit: the weather is still nice but most tourists are gone. Leaves typically start to change colors in September and weather starts to cool down somewhat significantly by October. By November, you can usually expect solid winter temperatures.

wHAT TO EAT IN the united states

There’s plenty of quintessential “American” food, but a lot of the must eats vary widely by region, with most influenced by other cultures. Pack your stretchy pants for some generous portions and lots of good eats.

Easily the most well-known dish in the United States is a hamburger. Every city serves them and if you ask ten people where to find the best one, you’ll likely get ten different answers. Even so, you can’t leave the United States without trying at least one at whichever establishment is most famous for them in the area you’re traveling in.

Depending on where you’re visiting, you’ll find plenty of mouthwatering regional dishes such as barbecue (Texas, the Carolinas or Tennessee), clam chowder (Boston or San Francisco), tacos (Los Angeles), bagels and lox (New York), pizza (Chicago or New York), biscuits and gravy (The South), and apple pie (everywhere).

If you’d like to get a true taste of the food scene in the United States, be sure to check out one of many amazing food experiences here!

There’s plenty of quintessential “American” food, but a lot of the must eats vary widely by region, with most influenced by other cultures. Pack your stretchy pants for some generous portions and lots of good eats.

Easily the most well-known dish in the United States is a hamburger. Every city serves them and if you ask ten people where to find the best one, you’ll likely get ten different answers. Even so, you can’t leave the United States without trying at least one at whichever establishment is most famous for them in the area you’re traveling in.

Depending on where you’re visiting, you’ll find plenty of mouthwatering regional dishes such as barbecue (Texas, the Carolinas or Tennessee), clam chowder (Boston or San Francisco), tacos (Los Angeles), bagels and lox (New York), pizza (Chicago or New York), biscuits and gravy (The South), and apple pie (everywhere).

If you’d like to get a true taste of the food scene in the United States, be sure to check out one of many amazing food experiences here!

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Splurge: Four Seasons Hotel NYC | Read Tripadvisor reviews | Book a Stay

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Splurge: Montage Beverly Hills | Read Tripadvisor reviews | Book a Stay

Backpack: Madame Isabelle’s House in New Orleans | Read Tripadvisor reviews | Book a Stay

Save: Ace Hotel New Orleans | Read Tripadvisor reviews | Book a Stay

Splurge: The Roosevelt New Orleans | Read Tripadvisor reviews | Book a Stay

Backpack: USA Hostels San Francisco | Read Tripadvisor reviews | Book a Stay

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Splurge: The Fairmont Heritage Place Ghirardelli Square | Read Tripadvisor reviews | Book a Stay

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The Best 3 Days in Palm Springs Itinerary

12 Best Things to Do in Tiburon, California

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new york city

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san francisco

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los angeles

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when + where to visit

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new york city

los angeles

new orleans

san francisco

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new york city

los angeles

new orleans

san francisco

wHAT TO EAT IN the united states

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