United States of America Nutz and Bolts
The Basics
Country: United States of America
Where is it?: North America, bordering both the North Atlantic Ocean and the North Pacific Ocean, between Canada and Mexico
Why do people go here?: Why do people not go to the U.S? Love it or hate it, there is still a lot there. From the down-home country feel of the south to the wilderness of the west to the bustling, historic east, the United States has a little bit for everyone.
What are the main entry points?: Most people fly into one of the largest three cities: Los Angeles, New York or Chicago. It is also possible to come down from Canada.
Currency used: US dollar (USD)
Country Code: 1
Religion: Protestant 56%, Roman Catholic 28%, Jewish 2%, other 4%, none 10%
Population: 293,027,571
Ethnic Breakdown: White 77.1%, black 12.9%, Asian 4.2%, Amerindian and Alaska native 1.5%, native Hawaiian and other Pacific islander 0.3%, other 4%
Government: Constitution-based federal republic; strong democratic tradition
Languages: English, Spanish (spoken by a sizable minority)
Travel Information
Major Cities: Washington, DC, New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago
Attractions: Cities, Nature, People
Accommodation:USA Hostels, USA Hotels
Tourism Office locations and links:
Tips for Visiting
Off-the-Beaten-Path:
Health Issues: No vaccination requirements for any international traveller.
When to go: Temperatures vary around the country, depending on the season. The tourists head north in the summer and south in the winter, with prices being the inverse. Summer, for the most part, is when most Americans travel, so the shoulder months of May and September, when the kiddies are in school, will help with crowding.
Common Phrases:
Specific Events/Holidays: Independence Day, 4 July (1776)
Getting Around: Due to the country’s large size, flights are the best way to get around quickly, but trains and buses will also get you between the larger cities. Compared to other countries, fuel is still cheap and hiring a car is the only way to really get off the beaten path.
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