USA holiday
Travel tips, best time to visit & highlights for your USA holiday in North America
From New York to Hawaii, from the Grand Canyon to Florida's beaches – the USA offers a diversity unmatched by any other country in the world. Road trips, national parks, megacities, and endless expanses.
Capital
Washington D.C.
Language
English
Currency
US-Dollar ($)
Time zone
UTC-5 to -10
Flight time from DE
approx. 8–11 hours
Entry requirements
Passport + ESTA
Deals for USA:
Which hotels in USA are recommended?
Selected hotels and holiday accommodations in USA — with images, reviews, and direct booking links with our partners.
Hotel Edison
New York - Manhattan, USA
Motel 6 Pismo Beach
Pismo Beach, USA
InterContinental San Diego by IHG
San Diego, USA
Lotte New York Palace
New York - Manhattan, USA
Park Hotel Gansevoort
New York - Manhattan, USA
Hotel Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Miami Beach, USA
Boca Raton Resort and Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
Deerfield Beach, USA
Mayfair Hotel & Spa
Coconut Grove, USA
What are the highlights of USA?
The best-known highlights of USA include New York, Grand Canyon, Hawaii, California, Yellowstone.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
New York
Times Square, Central Park, Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge – the city of superlatives.
Grand Canyon
One of the most magnificent canyons on Earth – 1,800m deep and 450km long.
Hawaii
Volcanoes, surf beaches, Aloha spirit, and a unique Polynesian culture.
California
San Francisco, Los Angeles, Yosemite, Big Sur – the Golden State has it all.
Yellowstone
The oldest national park in the world: geysers, hot springs, and bison.
Hotels in USA
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When is the best time to visit USA?
The best time to visit USA is Year-round (depending on the region). In summer: 25–40°C. In winter: -10–20°C.
Recommended travel time
Year-round (depending on the region)
Summer
25–40°C
Winter
-10–20°C
How much does a holiday in USA cost?
A holiday in USA costs roughly 80–120€ per person per day (excluding flights) on a budget, 120–200€ mid-range and 200–500€ for luxury travel.
Average cost per person per day (excluding flight)
Budget
80–120€
Hostel, street food, public transport
Mid-range
120–200€
Hotel, restaurant, excursions
Luxury
200–500€
Boutique hotel, fine dining
How long is the flight from Germany to USA?
From Germany you reach USA in approx. 8–11 hours.
What travel tips are there for USA?
Insider knowledge to make your holiday better.
Apply for ESTA at least 72h before departure
Tip 15-20% is mandatory in restaurants
Buy America the Beautiful Pass for all national parks
Rental car: gas station prices per gallon (3.78 liters)
Bring plug adapter type A/B
What do people eat in USA?
Typical dishes in USA are Burger, BBQ Ribs, Clam Chowder, Deep Dish Pizza, Lobster Roll, Key Lime Pie.
These dishes you must try!
Which regions and places in USA are worth visiting?
48 regions, cities and highlights in USA
Cities
Charleston
Charleston, South Carolina, is regularly voted the best city in the USA — and after a visit, you understand why. The historic downtown with its pastel-colored antebellum mansions, …
Charlotte
Charlotte is the largest city in North Carolina and the financial center of the U.S. South — the second-largest banking location in the U.S. after New York. But behind the shiny …
Dallas
Dallas is the third-largest city in Texas and the economic powerhouse of the American South. The metropolis on the Trinity River is known for its shiny skyline, the Dallas …
Fort Worth
Fort Worth is the 'Cowtown' of Texas and offers a more authentic Western experience than the chic Dallas next door. The city has preserved its cowboy character while …
Houston
Houston is the fourth largest city in the USA with over 2.3 million inhabitants and the largest city in Texas. The metropolis on the Gulf of Mexico is especially known as a center …
Indianapolis
Indianapolis — affectionately called 'Indy' — is the capital of Indiana and the racing capital of the world. The Indianapolis Motor Speedway — the largest sports venue on Earth …
Jacksonville
Jacksonville is the largest city by area in the USA and is located at the mouth of the St. Johns River in the Atlantic in northeastern Florida. The city offers over 35 kilometers …
New York City
New York City is the epitome of a metropolis — a place where dreams are cast in skyscrapers and every street tells its own story. The city that never sleeps is the cultural, …
Philadelphia
Philadelphia, affectionately known as Philly, is the birthplace of American democracy and one of the most historic cities in the USA. The Declaration of Independence was signed …
Phoenix
Phoenix is the capital of Arizona and with over 1.6 million inhabitants, it is the fifth largest city in the USA. The metropolis is located in the middle of the Sonora Desert and …
San Antonio
San Antonio is the seventh largest city in the USA and the cultural heart of Texas. The city combines Mexican traditions, Texan frontier history, and modern urbanity in a way that …
Savannah
Savannah is the epitome of the American South — a city where moss-draped oaks form majestic avenues, Victorian mansions surround 22 historic squares, and Southern hospitality is …
New York
New York is the city that never sleeps — a vibrant global metropolis that combines culture, cuisine, and energy like no other place in the world. The Manhattan skyline with the …
Los Angeles
Los Angeles, the City of Angels, stretches as a sprawling metropolis over coast, hills, and desert, combining Hollywood glamour, beach culture, and an ethnic diversity that is …
San Francisco
San Francisco, the city by the bay, is a total work of art made up of iconic landmarks, cultural diversity, and an atmosphere that can’t be found anywhere else in the world. The …
Miami
Miami is a city that cannot be fully captured in any travel guide in the world — a vibrant metropolis where Latin soul meets American entrepreneurship and Caribbean lifestyle. …
Las Vegas
Las Vegas, the most dazzling city in the world, rises like a mirage from the Nevada desert and offers an entertainment spectacle like no other. The famous Strip, a nearly …
Chicago
Chicago is America's third-largest city and an architectural masterpiece on the shores of Lake Michigan. The Windy City, as it is affectionately called, captivates with a unique …
Washington D.C.
Washington D.C. is the political heart of the United States and one of the most culturally rich travel destinations in the world — with the unbeatable advantage that almost all …
New Orleans
New Orleans is the soul of America — no other city in the USA has so much character, so much music, and such good food. The Crescent City on the Mississippi is a fascinating …
Boston
Boston is the intellectual capital of America and one of the most historic cities in the country. Here, the American Revolution began, home to Harvard and MIT, and colonial …
Seattle
Seattle is the coffee capital of the USA and one of the most livable cities in America — nestled between Puget Sound and the Cascade Mountains with the majestic Mount Rainier in …
Nashville
Nashville is the undisputed music capital of the USA — a city where live music plays on every corner and the country scene is as much at home as rock, blues, and indie. Music …
Austin
Austin is the coolest city in Texas and rightfully holds the title of Live Music Capital of the World. At every corner of the legendary Sixth Street, blues, country, rock, and …
San Diego
San Diego is California's most relaxed major city — a place where 300 sunny days a year, endless sandy beaches, and a laid-back surf culture define everyday life. The southernmost …
Honolulu
Honolulu is the tropical gateway to Hawaii and one of the most exotic cities in the USA. The capital on the island of Oahu combines Polynesian culture, breathtaking nature, and …
Portland
Portland is the most individual city in the USA — a progressive metropolis in the Pacific Northwest that proudly carries its motto Keep Portland Weird. The city at the confluence …
Islands
Oahu
Oahu is the heart of Hawaii and the island that makes the dream of paradise tangible for most people. Here lies Honolulu, the only major city of the archipelago, and the …
Maui
Maui, the second largest Hawaiian island, combines dramatic volcanic landscapes, golden beaches, and a relaxed Aloha culture into a tropical dream destination. The Haleakalā …
Key West
Key West, the southernmost city in the continental USA, lies like a tropical pearl at the end of the Overseas Highway — one of the most spectacular roads in the world, which leads …
Areas
Sedona
Sedona is Arizona's spiritual heart — a small town nestled in a surreal landscape of bright red sandstone cliffs that glow in flaming orange and crimson red at sunrise and sunset. …
Route 66
Route 66, affectionately known as the 'Mother Road' or 'Main Street of America', is more than just a road — it is an American myth. Stretching nearly 4,000 kilometers, it …
Napa Valley
Napa Valley is the heart of American wine culture and is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. Stretching just 50 kilometers, over 400 wineries line up — from famous …
Monument Valley
Monument Valley, known as Tsé Biiʼ Ndzisgaii in Navajo, rises with its iconic sandstone mesas like a movie set from the endless desert of the American Southwest. The distinctive …
Regions
California
California is the epitome of the American dream — a state that enchants every traveler with its 1,350 km of coastline, snow-capped peaks of the Sierra Nevada, and glamorous …
Florida
Florida, the Sunshine State, is the most popular travel destination in the USA with over 130 million visitors annually and offers a variety that ranges from theme park magic to …
New England
New England is the cradle of America — a region of six states where the American Revolution began, home to the oldest universities, and where the legendary Indian Summer …
Southern States
The American South is a world of its own — a region where legendary hospitality, unforgettable music, and some of the best regional cuisine in the world come together. From the …
Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest is America's greenest and wildest corner — a region where rainforests meet snow-capped volcanoes, orcas glide through the strait, and creative cities …
Rocky Mountains
The Rocky Mountains are America's majestic backbone — a mountain range that stretches over 4,800 km from Canada to New Mexico and hosts some of the most breathtaking landscapes in …
Midwest
The Midwest is the underrated heart of America — a region that enchants with endless expanses, warm hospitality, and surprising diversity. From the gleaming skyscrapers of Chicago …
Texas
Texas is a country of its own — the Lone Star State is as large as France and has a personality that is at least as big. From cosmopolitan Houston to musical Austin to the endless …
National parks
Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is one of the most magnificent natural wonders of the Earth: Over 1,600 meters deep, the Colorado River has carved its way through layers of rock that …
Yellowstone
Yellowstone, founded in 1872, is the oldest national park in the world and sits on one of the largest active volcanic systems on Earth. This geological wonderland covers over …
Yosemite
Yosemite National Park in California's Sierra Nevada is one of the most spectacular natural wonders in North America. At first glance into Yosemite Valley, you are left …
Zion
Zion National Park in Utah is a geological masterpiece of deep canyons, massive sandstone cliffs, and the emerald-green Virgin River, which has carved its way through …
Everglades
The Everglades are a unique ecosystem worldwide: A slowly flowing, only a few centimeters deep river of freshwater that stretches over 6,000 square kilometers of subtropical …
Joshua Tree
Joshua Tree National Park is located where two deserts meet: the higher Mojave Desert in the north and the Colorado Desert in the south. The park is named after the bizarre Joshua …
Complete guide for USA
Regions, attractions, food, routes, costs & practical tips — all in one digital guide.
Open guideHow do I plan a holiday in USA?
USA is one of the most popular travel destinations in North America, offering Nature, City, Road trip and much more. The best time to visit USA is Year-round (depending on the region), when the weather is ideal for exploration and relaxation. With a daily budget starting from 80–120€ (Budget) to 200–500€ (Luxury), USA is suitable for various travel budgets.
From the capital Washington D.C., USA can be excellently explored. The official language is English, and the currency is US-Dollar ($). From Germany, you can reach USA in approx. 8–11 hours. Whether you want to try culinary highlights like Burger, BBQ Ribs, Clam Chowder, visit top attractions, or simply enjoy the atmosphere: USA has something for every type of traveller.
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