The United States of America or USA has 50 states. Each state is individual and unique in its own right and thus offers a vast range of holiday options, catering for everyone's holiday ideal and purse. Holidays range from the classic city breaks such as New York, San Francisco and Las Vegas to the beach resorts of Miami and Santa Barbara. Escorted tours are a great way to explore and enjoy the many wonders of America, New Englands spectacular fall foliage is a must. There are many fly-drives holidays, such as the infamous Route 66 that take you from Chicago to Los Angeles, which have been designed to include not only places to see but also accommodation allowing you to enjoy the many towns and cites the USA has to offer at your own pace. Then there are the outrageously indulgent theme parks, like those in Orlando, a perfect family holiday destination offering a wide selection of activities to entice and thrill all age groups. But the choice doesn't just stop there! Ranching holidays are a big attraction, New Orleans Mardi Gras, the Grand Canyon and Niagara falls and finally the option of renting a moterhome one of the better ways to really see this extraordinary country.

For more information about USA and to book your next holiday call our specialists at Diplomat Travel on 020 7730 2201.

General Information

Population: 308,745,538

Capital: Washington DC

Language: English

Religion: Majority Protestant, but also Catholic, Jewish and other faiths

International dialling code: 00 1

Typical flying time: 8 hours 30 minutes

Visa Requirements: British citizens holding a machine-readable passport are generally covered by the Visa Waiver Program. Passport must have a least 90 days validity from the date of entry into the USA and who have onward or return tickets. Under the Visa Waiver Program travellers are required to obtain a travel authorization via the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) prior to departure. A fee of 14us$ is payable for an ESTA direct from the website uk.usembassy.gov alternatively call us on 0207 730 2201 and we will arrange it on you behalf.

Health requirements: None

Currency: US dollar  (US$) (All major credit cards accepted)

Tipping: Expected for service staff ie waiters, room service, cloakroom attendants, chambermaids, doormen, taxis, porters, hairdresser and barbers. Standard tips are 15-20% of the bill.

Time: GMT -5

Electricity: 110 volts (Adaptor required)

Driving: They drive on the right. A full UK licenced of at least one year is required