United States Travel Guide
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Times Square in New York City is the most visited place in the world. Every year more than 39 million people come there.
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Safety
General travel safety level in the United States on a scale of 1 (safe) to 4 (unsafe).
Level 1 • Exercise normal safety precautions (plus additional regional warnings).
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Cities and Top Tourist Attractions
From historical cities to picturesque landmarks and fascinating places - don't miss out on these attractions when planning a visit to the United States
| Miles | New York City | Boston | Washington D.C. | Philadelphia | Chicago | San Francisco | Seattle | New Orleans |
| New York City | - | 188 | 206 | 83 | 712 | 2565 | 2402 | 1170 |
| Boston | 188 | - | 393 | 270 | 848 | 2691 | 2485 | 1357 |
| Washington D.C. | 206 | 393 | - | 123 | 594 | 2435 | 2323 | 964 |
| Philadelphia | 83 | 270 | 123 | - | 664 | 2516 | 2373 | 1088 |
| Chicago | 712 | 848 | 594 | 664 | - | 1854 | 1733 | 835 |
| San Francisco | 2565 | 2691 | 2435 | 2516 | 1854 | - | 679 | 1922 |
| Seattle | 2402 | 2485 | 2323 | 2373 | 1733 | 679 | - | 2099 |
| New Orleans | 1170 | 1357 | 964 | 1088 | 835 | 1922 | 2099 | - |
A Brief History of the United States
Important historical events that significantly shaped the nation's trajectory throughout the centuries
1400
Native-American tribesBy 1400, hundreds of Native-American tribes live throughout North America.
1524 - 1620
European explorersItalian explorer Giovanni da Verrazano explores New York Harbor. In 1565, the Spanish establish Saint Augustine, Florida. The English establish Jamestown, Virginia, in 1607 and Plymouth Colony, in Massachusetts, in 1620.
1775
Declaration of IndependenceThe 13 colonies rebel against the British. The Declaration of Independence is signed in 1776, and the United States of America is formed.
1787
U.S. ConstitutionThe U.S. Constitution is written. In 1789, George Washington becomes the first President.
1861 - 1865
Civil WarThe North and South fight the Civil War over slavery and other issues. In 1863, the Emancipation Proclamation frees slaves in Confederate states.
1917 - 1918
World War IThe U.S. fights in World War I.
1929
Great DepressionThe Wall Street stock market crashes. Fortunes are lost, and the Great Depression begins.
1941
World War IIJapan bombs the U.S. fleet at Pearl Harbor, in Hawaii. The U.S. enters World War II. The war lasts until 1945.
1950
Korean WarThe U.S. enters the Korean War to defend South Korea. Fighting lasts for three years.
1963
I Have a DreamMartin Luther King Jr. delivers his "I Have a Dream" speech, leading the civil rights movement.
1965
Vietnam WarThe U.S. begins air raids in Vietnam. The Vietnam War ends with peace accords in 1973.
1969
Neil ArmstrongAstronaut Neil Armstrong becomes the first person to walk on the moon.
1991
Persian Gulf WarThe U.S. battles Iraq in the Persian Gulf War.
2001
September 11 attacksTerrorists hijack four planes for a string of deadly attacks against the U.S.
2003
War in IraqThe U.S. and its allies go to war in Iraq. Fighting lasts until 2011.
2005
Hurricane KatrinaHurricane Katrina hits the Gulf Coast.
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Practical Information for Travelers
- Budget
- Currency
- Vaccinations
- Electricity
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Vaccinations
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You should be up to date on routine vaccinations while traveling to any destination. Some vaccinations may also be required in the United States.
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Vaccinations and medications that may be recommended under certain conditions, depending on where you will be, the length of your stay and the nature of your stay.
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis A is a digestive disease caused by the hepatitis A virus and is closely related to a lack of good hygiene.It can be asymptomatic, moderate, or very severe.Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Eat and drink safely
Hepatitis B
Hepatitis B is a disease caused by the hepatitis B virus.Infection occurs through contact of injured skin or mucous membranes with virus-infected blood or other secretions (e.g. during sexual contact, through contaminated needles or as a result of medical procedures).Prevention
- Get vaccinated
- Avoid sharing body fluids
- Avoid non-sterile medical or cosmetic equipment
Electricity
120V (60 Hz)
In the United States the standard voltage is 120V and the frequency is 60 Hz. Type A, B sockets are used.
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Type A
Type BFacts and Figures
Fundamental socio-economic statistical data pertaining to the country
Population | 3 / 231 Ranking | 331 002 651 white 79.96%, black 12.85%, Asian 4.43%, Amerindian and Alaska native 0.97%, native Hawaiian and other Pacific islander 0.18%. About 15.1% of the total US population is Hispanic. |
Area | 5 / 230 Ranking | 3.68 mil. mi² |
Life expectancy | 35 / 196 Ranking | 80.4 Life expectancy expressed in years.men 78.2women 82.7 |
Median age | 117 / 157 Ranking | 38.5 Average age of population expressed in years.men 37.2women 39.8 |
Population growth | 107 / 172 Ranking | 0.7% The difference between live births and deaths. A negative value means natural loss. |
Literacy | 11 / 131 Ranking | 99% Ability to read, write and count.men 99%women 99% |
GDP | 10 / 194 Ranking | 63 414 INT$ GDP per capita is gross domestic product converted to international dollars (Int$) using purchasing power parity rates and divided by total population. |
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