USA Holidays

Luxury America Holidays

The United States of America needs no introduction as possibly the world’s most influential country, full of famous sights straight from the movies – the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan Skyline, The White House, Hollywood, the Golden Gate Bridge, and not forgetting the great natural beauty of the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Niagara Falls and the falls colours of New England. Visitors also remember the little surprises, a welcoming diner, a picturesque historic town, or a  bustling neighbourhood street. 

The USA has many different sides and it can often be hard to fit into one luxury holiday. Journeys of Distinction allows you to see America the way you want it. Whether you're after the heritage and beauty of New England in the autumn or the stunning coastal scenery of California we have a tour for you.

Journeys of Distinction luxury holidays in the USA include East Coast meets West Coast which takes you on a tour from New York to Los Angeles and Canyonland Highlights, which tours Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon during a 15 day fully escorted tour.

Our USA Holiday Highlights:

• Stay at some of America’s most iconic hotels including the Waldorf Astoria, New York and the Bellagio, Las Vegas.
• Enjoy an unforgettable dinner cruise with views of the Manhattan skyline
• Watch the sun rise over the Grand Canyon, as you stay nearby
• Visit the attractive harbour city of San Diego as well as California’s more famous places

Where is the USA?
Stretching from The Atlantic to the Pacific coast – ‘ from sea to shining sea’ – and from the wild border with
Canada to the steamy lands of the Deep South, the United States  is a country of great variety, with so much to see and surely worth more than one visit.

American Cuisine
The United States is famous for cheeseburgers, fries and pizzas and has of course contributed to some of the world’s most popular snacks and drinks. However it is also easy to find some of the world’s best cuisine, especially in the melting pot of New York where food from the four corners of the world can be found, and in California where cuisine is a passion and which is home to America’s wine industry.

Time difference / local time

New York GMT - 5 hours Los Angeles GMT - 8 hours New England GMT - 5 hours Las Vegas GMT - 8 hours

Currency

The country’s currency is the American dollar. Currency can be converted at banks, hotels, and foreign exchanges. Please avoid accepting severely torn bank notes, as they may be refused. All major international credit cards are acceptable.

Passport and visa

We can only advise of the requirements for British passport holders. For British passports endorsed in any way and for all other passport holders, requirements should be checked with the relevant Embassy or Consulate.  You should ensure that you have a valid 10 year passport which is machine readable and that your passport is valid for 6 months after your return to the UK.
US Immigration has advised that all travellers will need to obtain an electronic travel authorization prior to boarding a carrier to travel by air or sea to the United States under the Visa Waiver Programme at the cost of £9.  The Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) is available online and is mandatory.  Applications can be submitted at any time prior to travel, however it is recommended this should be no less than 72 hours prior to travel.  For more information and to apply online, please visit
https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov

Flying time to destination

Heathrow to New York 8 hours
Heathrow to Boston 7 hours
Gatwick to Las Vegas - 11 hours
Heathrow to Los Angeles - 11 1/2 hours

Electricity

110/120 volts AC, 60 Hz. Flat 2-pin plugs are in use. European appliances should have dual voltage capabilities and will require an international adaptor.

Health and Vaccinations

Vaccinations are not required for overseas visitors coming to the USA from uninfected areas.

Health Care

Drinking tap water in USA presents no risk. Medical insurance is essential in USA. Only emergency cases are treated without prior payment and treatment will often be refused without evidence of insurance or a deposit. Medical facilities are very expensive

Clothing

Lightweight clothing is recommended, including jumpers, anoraks and umbrellas as the weather can be variable. It is also advisable to dress in layers to reflect the varying temperatures. It is suggested you take some smarter evening attire that would be appropriate to the quality and standard of the hotels.

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We have a selection of escorted tours that take in the USA. If this holiday isn't quite what you're after, why not take a look at one of our other trips.

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USA & Canada Brochure 2011

USA & Canada Brochure 2011

Order a Journeys of Distinction brochure to the USA and Canada and start planning your next luxury holiday. Tour destinations include New England and Eastern Canada.

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