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Travelling to the USA

Everything you need for your trip to the US of A.

Travel America

With everything from stunning beaches and vibrant cities to rocky mountains and desert plains, the USA really does have it all. Here’s what you need to know.

Discover dynamic cities

Discover dynamic cities


From the east coast to west, the US boasts a huge number of world class cities that visitors from all over the world come to explore – from the iconic Big Apple of New York City to the sunshine delights of Miami. Jazz fills the air of New Orleans, whilst the party never ends in the Sin City of Las Vegas. Boston is full of colonial history, and celebrities walk the Hollywood streets of LA.

Get back to nature

Get back to nature


The US is home to an impressive 59 national parks, including the very first in the world: Yellowstone. Take a trip to the iconic Niagara Falls or marvel at the mighty expanse of the Grand Canyon. Head to the sequoia trees of Yosemite sat among the mountains of California’s Sierra Nevada, or explore the natural wonder of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee.

Embark on an epic road trip

Embark on an epic road trip


One of the very best things about the US is the sheer diversity of landscapes and cultures within the country. With this in mind, it’s no surprise that America is home to many of the world’s most iconic road trips, taking in all the sights along the way. The Pacific Coast Highway runs along the west coast of the US, taking in the sun-drenched beaches from San Francisco to LA and San Diego, whilst a road trip through the southern states will see you explore the likes of Nashville, Memphis and Atlanta.

Money

The currency of the US is the US dollar, which is broken down into 100 cents.

One Australian dollar is currently worth US dollars.

Although of course costs can vary widely across the US depending on whereabouts you’re visiting, here’s a rough guide to what you can expect to spend in the USA, with prices in Australian dollars:

Inexpensive meal for one – $16Bottle of water – $1.900.5 litre beer – $5.50
Mid-range restaurant meal for one – $35Cappuccino – $3.30Local bus ticket – $3

Travelling around the USA

By bus and train

Although distances are long between the cities of the US, there’s a comprehensive bus system in place, with the Greyhound bus being the most well-known. Trains are less well spread across the US and are often more expensive than both bus and plane journeys – but they do provide some great views! Check out Amtrak for more information.

By plane

To save time, domestic flights across the country are a great way to get around. You’ll need to book in advance to get a good deal, but a quick and easy flight will certainly save you a few hours on a bus or train.

Within cities

Most cities have an excellent and well established public transport system, with plenty of buses, trams and subway systems. The notable exception here is LA, where public transport is somewhat lacking and most visitors find it easier to hire a car to get around.