United States

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🇺🇸 USA at a Glance

💵 Currency: US dollar (USD) – €1 ≈ US$1.15

🗣 Language: English

🛂 Entry requirements: A valid passport + ESTA or the appropriate US visa, depending on your nationality. Citizens of Visa Waiver Program countries can travel to the USA without a visa for up to 90 days for tourism or business, but must obtain ESTA approval before travelling.

🔌 Power outlets: Type A and B – travellers from countries using different plug types will need an adapter

Time zones: The US mainland spans 4 main time zones; including Alaska and Hawaii, there are 6 – from UTC−10 to UTC−5

✈️ Flight time: Highly dependent on your departure point and destination. From Europe, around 8–15 hours; from Asia, around 10–20+ hours; from Australia, around 15–20+ hours.

🌞 Best time to visit: May–June and September–October are generally good times to explore many parts of the USA, but the ideal season varies greatly depending on the region.

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