The United States is currently the most developed country in the world, with a wide geographic area, the United States is very rich in natural resources, a variety of special geographic and geomorphological features form a unique attractions, the following to share with you the United States travel strategy.
a, before the trip to prepare1) valid travel documents passport:
Must have a valid EVUS registration to travel to the United States. Now as of November 29, 2016, all individuals holding a passport of the People's Republic of China*** and the People's Republic of China who also hold a B1/B2, B1 and B2 visa with a maximum validity period (ten years) must hold a valid EVUS registration in order to travel to the United States. Travelers who are required to register for EVUS will not be able to obtain a boarding pass or enter the country via a land port of entry without a valid registration.
2) Daily necessities:
Check the local temperature and bring appropriate clothing according to the city where you plan to travel. Hotels do not provide toothbrushes, toothpaste, slippers and other items, please bring your own, the United States sunshine is very strong, you can prepare shade hat, sunglasses and sunscreen lotion.
3)Language:
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4)Communication:
Please open the international roaming service in advance, provided that your cell phone to meet the cell phone system. The United States can use the cell phone for tri-band cell phone (900M, 1800M, and 1900M three frequency GSM). If you choose to travel on a chartered bus now, you can get 1 free T-Mobile phone card for the United States.
5) can not bring the never bring:
Customs have regulations, the amount of money and items carried must comply with the customs regulations, specific in many websites can be found (if you need a website, please private message me), do not have a chance. Do not bring meat, eggs, vegetables, fruits and other fresh or preserved animal and plant products into the country, such as over want to carry, please be sure to make a customs declaration ready.
6) cash or card:
The United States can accept credit cards everywhere, master or visa, as long as you have a card on the OK, but you need to bring a small amount of appropriate cash in U.S. dollars, such as service tips, etc., or can not swipe the card drop.
7) Power Plugs:
Look ahead to see if the voltage range of your computer, cell phone, or camera charger can be used under 110v, because the U.S. voltage is 110 volts, 60 hertz alternating current. If 110v is not supported, please purchase a conversion plug.
8) headache and cold medicine:
Europe and the United States developed countries can be imagined that medical costs are very expensive, the pharmacy to buy drugs need to be prescribed by a doctor. It is necessary to bring some common medicines with you. Please try to bring along bottles of medicines with English explanations in their packaging.
9) Passport validity:
Please check the validity of your passport in time to travel to the U.S. The passport must be valid for more than six months than the intended duration of stay in the United States.
II. Immigration1) Whether entering or leaving the United States, only liquids, gels and aerosols in containers of no more than 100 milliliters in size may be carried in a 1-liter bag with a pull-tab closure. Please put containers of excessive size in your checked baggage.
2) Knives, animals, plants, seeds, food (meat) and fruits are strictly prohibited.
3)If you bring more than 10,000 U.S. dollars in cash into the U.S. you must declare it, the amount of the total amount of the amount brought by the same person, otherwise it will be confiscated by Customs.
4)Please be careful when checking your luggage: documents, air tickets, cash and valuables of any kind, and film must not be checked.
5)When entering or leaving the country, please be careful with your words and behavior, and do not talk about terrorism.
6)If you take an airplane to the United States, the airplane service personnel will issue you I-94 form, that is, the arrival/departure record table (Arrival/Departure
Record), this table records the personal information of the entrant and the address in the United States. Here's a refresher: a valid U.S. visa does not guarantee entry into the U.S. Immigration officials at the U.S. port of entry make the final decision as to whether or not you can enter the country.
3. Driving in the U.S.If you choose a Chinese-speaking driver-guide who can skim over this item, look to us for help!
1)List of states in the U.S. Whether B1/B2 visa holders are allowed to use domestic driver's license:
Because in the U.S. each state has its own regulations, and different, even different car rental companies will be different, and there will be changes, in order not to violate the law, make sure to double-check in the local themselves. I've heard that the penalty for driving without a license in many states is at least a substantial fine, and even jail time at your discretion.
States where you can use a domestic driver's license:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Oregon, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota,
Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wyoming, Washington D.C.
States that do not allow the use of a domestic driver's license:
Arkansas, Hawaii, Connecticut, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Vermont, Wisconsin
2)Renting a car should be insured
Renting a car should always be with a national chain of regular companies that are insured, so pay attention to the terms and conditions of the insurance. The terms and conditions of the insurance policy. It is recommended to use a national chain car rental company is more guaranteed, plus a benefit is that you can return the car to a different location.
3)Renting a car with GPS
Use the app that came with your phone or rent a car directly from the rental company's GPS.
4)Bridge tolls
There aren't a lot of bridge tolls on U.S. highways, but there are some highways that have full-service stop-and-go rest areas, so look for the signs at the highway intersections.
5)How to deal with the police
If you hear the words "Freeze" or "Stop", you are asked to stop immediately, so please do so.
If you need to communicate with the police, please try to keep still and ask questions verbally, and do not make sudden movements, especially do not suddenly reach into the inside pocket of your jacket to pull out something, so as to avoid the misunderstanding that you are pulling out a gun, and then they will start shooting.
If you have difficulty communicating, you can tell the police "Idon'tspeakEnglish (I don't speak English)," and they will try to bring in an interpreter right away.
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Four, accommodation1)Hotel
When choosing a hotel, pay attention to the area where the hotel is located, and do not be greedy for cheap to live in the area of poor security. Hotels generally have washing machines and dryers, the front desk and even provide laundry detergent, you need to spend money to buy, usually 25 cents coin can be.
2)Youth Hostel
Suitable for backpackers, it is a good choice for young people.
3)Homestay
Stay in a local neighborhood and experience the folklore. Check the website and make a reservation early, and check the reviews of past residents to make your choice. Please make your reservation before it's too late.
4)Camping
The United States tourist attractions around the camping places, many free, there are bathing facilities may need to pay a fee, more bugs more wildlife, if you choose to camping places, please do your homework and then on the road.
V. Food and Drink1)Drinking Water
The cold water from the tap in the United States can generally be drunk directly, the public **** service facilities generally do not have hot water to provide.
2)Restaurants
The United States, where there are not only from the world's specialty food restaurants in various countries, but also from the local raw and uncontaminated seafood, steaks and so on. Recommend a very good use of the Chinese small program, travel essential, you can access to a lot of food specialties restaurant, North America play small program, you can click on the address to navigate directly to reach.
Six, play1) Tourist Information Center
Generally attractions area you will notice that there is a tourist information center (Information
Center), where there will be a detailed attractions of the pamphlet and stores, restaurants, tickets, and other kinds of discount rolls for travelers to take for free.
2)Admission to attractions
Museums run by the state, state parks, beaches, etc. are free, while some private attractions charge admission at varying prices. National parks tickets are just a few dollars, the whole of the United States national parks throughout the year pass is only a small 100 knives.
Seven, shopping1) shopping center
English called shoppingmall, which has a variety of special stores.
2)Outlets
English name outlets, brand-name outlets are concentrated in the place, the same products can be bought cheaper than the store price, but the style is not necessarily new. (Follow me to see the United States states outlet inventory)
3) sales tax
In addition to Oregon and other individual states, shopping in other U.S. states have a different rate of shopping tax, such as Washington State is generally 10.1% of the total amount of (Follow me to see the U.S. state tax rates inventory)
In fact, the airport duty-free stores are also branded directly, is a good savings option.
4)Returns
The United States does not need to have a reason for the return, if you ask up on the truth, you need to ensure that there is no use, invoices and price tags are still in the merchandise, generally within 30 days of sale can be returned to the original store or its chain of off-site stores at full price, the specific instructions, please check the shopping ticket or consult the store.
Eight, tipping1)Restaurants
U.S. restaurants, the check usually need to be 15-20% of the total cost of the meal to the waiter's tip. Fast food restaurants do not need to pay a tip, cafeterias generally pay 1-2 U.S. dollars per person.
Restaurants may automatically add 15-20 percent to the bill for meals for more than six people.
2)Hotels
Hotel room cleaners are tipped at $2/day per bed.
Baggage handlers are tipped $1 per piece of luggage.
When you win at a casino, you usually give the dealer 10% of your winnings.
Bus drivers and tour guides generally pay $5 to $10 per day per traveler.
Nine, time differenceThe United States **** divided into six time zones, each neighboring time zone difference of one hour. Among them are four on the U.S. mainland, in order from east to west:
1) Eastern Time Zone (EST) major cities: New York, Washington, Boston, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Miami.
2)Major cities in the Central Time Zone (CST): Chicago, Detroit, Houston, Dallas.
3)Major cities in Mountain Time (MST): Denver, Salt Lake City, Phoenix
4)Major cities in Pacific Time Zone (PST): Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Seattle, San Diego.
In addition the two states outside the US mainland each have their own time.
Eastern time is 13 hours behind Beijing time, and 12 hours behind during Daylight Saving Time. Pacific time is 16 hours behind Beijing time and 15 hours behind during Daylight Saving Time. Hawaii is 18 hours behind Beijing time.
X. U.S. Emergency Phone Number911, the emergency phone number for life-saving, fire, police, and hospitals is 911.