Unsplash United States
“Not all those who wander are lost.”— J.R.R. Tolkien
Planning notes — I haven't been here yet. This page is my personal research for a future trip.
A country of staggering contrasts — from Manhattan’s skyscrapers to Arizona’s deserts, New Orleans jazz to San Francisco tech. Every state feels like its own country, with distinct cultures, landscapes, and food.
Why I Want to Visit
Incredible national parks, world-class food from Southern barbecue to New England lobster rolls, and the classic American road trip through ever-changing landscapes.
Draft itinerary
- New York City (4 days) - Central Park, Brooklyn Bridge, the Met, Broadway, diverse neighborhoods
- New Orleans (3 days) - French Quarter jazz, beignets, Creole cuisine, live music on Frenchmen Street
- American Southwest (5 days) - Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon, Zion National Park
- San Francisco (3 days) - Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, cable cars, Ferry Building food scene
- Yosemite National Park (3 days) - Half Dome views, Yosemite Falls, valley hiking, stargazing
What I’m Most Excited About
- Grand Canyon at sunrise for the first time
- Live jazz in a New Orleans club with crawfish on the table
- Hiking Yosemite Valley among granite cliffs and sequoias
- A proper New York pizza slice on a park bench
Food spots on my radar
- Di Fara Pizza (New York City) — Legendary Brooklyn pizzeria with hand-crafted pies since the 1960s. 📍 Maps
- Swan Oyster Depot (San Francisco) — Tiny counter-only Nob Hill seafood institution, always a queue. 📍 Maps
- Guerrilla Tacos (Los Angeles) — James Beard Award-winning food-truck-turned-restaurant with inventive tacos. 📍 Maps
- Commander’s Palace (New Orleans) — Grand Garden District Creole institution for over a century. 📍 Maps
- Tartine Bakery (San Francisco) — Mission District bakery with permanent lines for crusty bread and pastries. 📍 Maps
Hotels I’ve shortlisted
- The Jane Hotel ★★★ (New York City) — Quirky West Village boutique with cabin-style rooms inspired by ocean liners. View →
- Hotel Figueroa ★★★★ (Los Angeles) — Spanish Colonial Revival hotel in downtown LA with pool. View →
- Hotel Vitale ★★★★ (San Francisco) — Waterfront boutique on the Embarcadero with bay views. View →
- HI New Orleans Hostel ★★ (New Orleans) — Restored historic building in Lower Garden District. View →
Experiences I’m considering
- New York City Walking Tour — Manhattan landmarks: Times Square. 4h. View →
- Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour — Aerial views of the South Rim, Colorado River, and desert formations. 3h. View →
- San Francisco Food Tour — Ferry Building to North Beach tasting sourdough, dim sum, and cioppino. 3h. View →
- New Orleans Jazz & History Tour — French Quarter and Treme jazz venues with a music historian. 3h. View →
- Los Angeles Hollywood & Celebrity Tour — Beverly Hills, Hollywood Sign, Walk of Fame, and celebrity homes. 4h. View →
Getting Around & Where to Stay
Airports, transport, taxis, hotels & useful apps for United States
Places on my radar
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