USA: 5 Reasons to Spend at Least a Day in Monterey Bay, California

I did mention Monterey in a blog post I published last year – 5 Great Towns for An Overnight Stay along the Pacific Coast Highway. However, I do not feel that the short write-up in that post really did the fantastic little city justice. Therefore I have put to together this post to delve further into what it has to offer and why if you are visiting California and planning a road trip, you really need to include it in your itinerary, even if just for a day.

USA: 5 Low-Key Holiday Spots You Should Visit

Holidays are meant to be a time to get away from the stress of daily life, relax and unwind. However, if you choose the wrong destination, it could leave you frustrated and genuinely ruin your break. When people think if the United States most people think of the major cities – Orlando, New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas etc. However, they are all bustling places where after visiting you may need another holiday to recover from the one you have just taken. Therefore, why not consider one of the numerous low-key destinations which offer peace and tranquillity. Many are perfect for rejuvenating while still having fun.

Easy-Peasy Tips for U.S Travel

Travelling is fun, and travelling is exciting. You get to see new places, people, ways of life, and brand new scenery. The one thing that travelling isn’t is easy and stress-free. Things become a bit more complicated when you’ve got plans to visit somewhere that requires particular visas or permissions, or somewhere where your only travel options are long-haul, or where the time difference is going to throw you for a loop when you arrive. The journey to the United States, despite being a super cool location, manages to encompass all of those little annoying traits at once, if travelling there from abroad. So how to make life easier when you’re going there? Well…

USA: An Evening in Downtown Las Vegas

Mr ESLT visited Las Vegas with his friends before we met and didn’t see much more than the gambling halls, swimming pool at the hotel he was staying at and the many bars and clubs The Strip has to offer. When we visited Las Vegas together for New Year 2011 for a week we visited every hotel and attraction along The Strip, we seriously did not stop from the second we landed to the second we left. Therefore, when we visited in June last year for four days at the end of our Californian road trip we made the decision to not do much. We wanted long lazy days around the pool and relaxed evenings, drinking cocktails and eating great food.

USA: Snog, Marry, Avoid – California

I’m sure we all know the rules of this game, right? If not, here’s a little summary – normally, this game is played using people. Someone lists 3 people and you choose which you would snog, which you would marry and which you would avoid. Here’s an example completed by Vicky, purely to demonstrate how the game is played and in no way has there been any serious thought gone into the answers (honestly!): 

USA: Discover the Culture in Kansas City, Missouri

The winter months in Kansas City can be bitterly cold, but as long as you are dressed accordingly, it should not stop you enjoying all the outdoor attractions that the city has to offer, such as the National World War I Memorial, Arrowhead Stadium (home of the Kansas City Chiefs of the National Football League), the Country Club Plaza, and much more.

USA: Birmingham, A True Alabama Slammer

Birmingham is the most populated city in Alabama, even though it’s the youngest city in the state, established in 1871. It grew rapidly and earned the nickname Magic City because of its growth rate. Nowadays, it has plenty of things to see and do, making it a great option when deciding where you should go on your next adventure. Regardless of whether you are from the U.S. or an international visitor, I’m sure there’s something in the city to pique your interest during your stay.