Dream it, do it, in the US of A

The skies are open for travellers, and thanks to direct flights to New York, San Francisco and Los Angeles that provide gateways from both coasts, the options are endless for exciting holidays on offer in the USA. Owner of House of Travel Nelson Jason McKay shares some helpful advice for a trip to America.

What do people enjoy most about visiting the USA?

The USA offers a phenomenal range of holiday options. If you dream it, our team of highly experienced travel consultants can make it happen for you. Whether you love exploring cities, or the great outdoors, there are opportunities for absolutely every kind of traveller, whatever their age or interests.

What are the most popular cities to visit?

Few cities are as vibrant, cosmopolitan and electrifying as the Big Apple, with its history, striking urban landscape, 340-hectare Central Park at its heart, shopping, museums, art galleries, restaurants and world-famous shows on and off Broadway. Whether you want to do your own thing or love the idea of well organised tours and experiences, we can provide and abundance of information and arrange bookings so nothing is left off your wish list.

San Francisco, resting on a peninsular between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay with its famous

Golden Gate Bridge and landscape of many hills has a different vibe. It is quirky with its combination of Victorian-style architecture and contemporary builds. It is popular for exploring on foot and making use of the many cable cars which allow for spectacular views of the city and beyond. Renowned for its art, culture and cuisine, it is also within close proximity to beaches, alpine areas, wine country and innumerable small towns that ooze with charm.

Los Angeles on the other hand has some of the country’s swankiest neighbourhoods. Exploring Beverley Hills and Hollywood in real life is an experience not to be missed and there are some great tours that take you through the most iconic suburbs. If you are a movie buff you won’t be able to keep away from Universal Studios and the Hollywood Museum, and if you are a fan of architecture, you will be surprised and delighted by the array of Art Deco buildings that still exist in the city.

Do you need to obtain a visa to enter the USA?

Fortunately, the USA treats New Zealand as a visa waiver country, however you still need to apply for an ETSA which is a travel authorisation document that is done very easily and quickly online. We are very happy to help you with that and look forward to answering any other questions you may have while we help organise you the trip of a lifetime.