The past couple of years have been a whirlwind for the travel industry. Most of us were locked in, sheltering in place, waiting for the pandemic to pass. Pandemic restrictions in the United States and around the world are rescinding. On November 8th, 2021, the U.S. lifted its international travel ban.
Fully vaccinated travelers can once again book flights to the U.S. If you’re looking to dust off your suitcase, here are the top 5 cities that international tourists such as yourself are flying into:
New York City, New York
New York, New York. What can be said about New York that has not already been said about this amazing city? New York is a diverse city full of life and culture that 9 million people call home. Regardless of your background or preferences, there is something for everyone in New York City. New York has it all, from world-renowned restaurants and award-winning broadway shows to hole-in-the-wall pizza joints serving greasy pizza by the slice!
Los Angeles, California
Located in Southern California, Los Angeles is attractive to international travelers such as yourself for many reasons. Los Angeles has a mild year-round climate which means you can enjoy the beach or a hike in the nearby hills almost all year round. Los Angeles has a vibrant nightlife, hip and trendy restaurants, and plenty of options if you love a shop. Similar to New York City, you never know who you’ll spot on the streets while taking a stroll around Rodeo drive.
San Francisco, California
Located in Northern California, San Francisco is the focal point when heading to the Bay Area. Surround San Franciso; you have picturesque Marin County, Napa Valley, and Sonoma to the North, Oakland, and Berkeley to the East(East Bay), and Silicon Valley and San Jose to the South(South Bay). The East Bay and South Bay have cultures of their own, worth exploring. Whether you want to stroll the iconic Golden Gate Bridge grounds, sip wine
in wine country, or enjoy California Fusion cuisine at one of its many award-winning restaurants, there are plenty of options. San Francisco will not disappoint, so international travelers are flocking to this city on the bay.
Miami, Florida
Miami is most famous for its vibrant nightlife and the South Beach party scene. Miami’s culture is heavily influenced by is a large population of residents with roots hailing from the Caribbean and Latin America. In more recent years, there has also been a migration of European residents contributing to the city’s culture. Of course, partying isn’t the only thing to do in Miami; you have the beach, water sports, and much more. Key West is four hours south of Miami; there are options to fly, saving you precious time. One of the most scenic drives you’ll ever experience is along the route to Key West from Miami.
Orlando, Florida
“M-I-C-K-E-Y…M-O-U-S-E,” Regardless of whether you have children or not, Disney World is a fantastic place and one of the top reasons tourists flock to Orlando. No joke, Disney world is humongous! It wouldn’t be a stretch at all to change the name to Disney Universe. Disney World is so large; that you most likely won’t experience the entire park and all it offers. If you manage to experience all of Disney World and looking for more options, then Universal Studios and Sea World are next door. You will not run out of options and activities in Orlando. Children or not, you will leave Orlando with cherishable memories.
