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Los Angeles: The movie metropolis on the Pacific
Known variously as the City of Angels, Tinsel Town and La-La Land, Los Angeles is one of the world’s favourite cities thanks to its booming movie industry. Familiar sights lurk around every corner, whether you’re on Sunset Boulevard, in Beverley Hills or standing beneath the city’s iconic Hollywood sign.
Nevertheless, there are surprises to be had if you know where to look. Quaint Pasadena bears a striking resemblance to Disney’s Main Street USA and Glendale is home to some of the best shopping in the city, while further afield, Ventura and Malibu are wonderful for nature lovers.
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Top 10 sights in Los Angeles

TCL Chinese Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Los Angeles, CA 90028
USA
Tel: +1 323 461 3331
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Built in 1927 by the flamboyant Sid Grauman, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre is the most famous of LA’s art deco movie palaces and is home to the Hollywood Walk of Fame which commemorates the biggest stars in La-La Land.
Universal Studios
Universal City, CA 91608
USA
Tel: +49 800 864 8377
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Opening times: Daily 1000-1800
One of the world’s largest theme parks, Universal Studios boasts a mixture of hair-raising rides, studio tours and a petting area featuring retired animal actors.
Griffith Observatory
Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Tel: +1 213 473 0800
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Opening times: Wed-Fri 1200-2200, Sat-Sun 1000-2200
Perched high above the city, close to the famous Hollywood sign, the art deco Griffith Observatory was renovated in 2006 and now boasts its own planetarium as well as stunning views over Tinsel Town.
Getty Center
Los Angeles, CA 90049
USA
Tel: +1 310 440 7300
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Opening times: Tues-Fri and Sun 1000-1730, Sat 1000-2100
Housed in a vast futuristic-looking building, the Getty Center is home to one of the world’s largest collection of photographs, as well as painting and sculpture from all over the world.
L.A. Zoo
Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Tel: +1 323 644 4200
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Opening times: Daily 1000-1700
Covering 133 hectares (328 acres), LA Zoo, and the adjoining botanical garden, is one of LA’s most popular attractions, thanks to its coterie of rare animals, including the mountain tapir, and multimillion-dollar elephant enclosure.
The Autry
Los Angeles, CA 90027
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Tel: +1 323 667 2000
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Opening times: Tues-Fri 1000-1600, Sat-Sun1000-1700
The Autry is home to the Museum of the American West, which charts the history of the area and its people, including Native Americans. With more than 21,000 artefacts, the museum also has the largest collection of Indian art after the Smithsonian.
Disneyland
Anaheim, CA 92802
USA
Tel: +1 714 781 4565
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Opening times: Daily 0800-0000
The first, and some say best, of the six Disney resorts, Disneyland includes eight themed ‘lands’, including Main Street USA, Tomorrowland and Frontierland, each of which contains rides and attractions of varying speed.
Huntington Library, Art Collections and Botanical Gardens
San Marino, CA 91108
USA
Tel: +1 626 405 2100
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Opening times: Mon and Wed-Fri 1200-1630, Sat-Sun 1030-1630
The former home of railroad tycoon Henry E Huntington is packed with art, antiques and rare books, as well as works by Gainsborough and Lawrence. Outside is an 81-hectare (200-acre) botanical garden, including the stunning ‘Garden of Flowing Fragrance’.
Grammy Museum at LA Live
Los Angeles, CA 90015
USA
Tel: +1 213 765 6800
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Opening times: Mon-Fri 1130-1930, Sat-Sun 1000-1930
Part of the L.A. Live entertainment complex, the Grammy Museum is dedicated to all things musical and includes a fascinating exhibition on the technology of recording.
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Tel: +1 213 626 6222
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Opening times: Mon and Fri 1100-1700, Tues and Thurs 1100-2000, Sat-Sun 1100-1800
Housed inside an Arata Isozaki-designed red sandstone building, MOCA is home to one of the finest collections of 20th-century art in America, including works by artists of the calibre of Mondrian and Rothko.
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Country overview
From its vast plains, snow-covered mountains, deep forests and strange rock formations, to soaring skyscrapers and a thunderous cultural scene, the USA is a collage of extremes. Nothing can prepare you for your first glimpse of Manhattan’s unforgettable skyline, your first ride in a yellow cab, the ubiquitous hamburger joints, yawning expanses of prairie, the sweet strains of New Orleans jazz, or the neon-lit excesses of Las Vegas.
Marvel at the thunderous spectacle of Niagara Falls in northern New York, or seek an antidote to urban chaos amidst the flat farmland of the Midwest. Then there are the black hills of South Dakota, the dramatic mountain and ocean landscape of California’s Pacific Coast Highway and the world-famous Grand Canyon.
Geography
Covering a large part of the North American continent, the USA shares borders with Canada to the north and Mexico to the south. The country has coasts on the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic oceans, the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. The State of Alaska, in the northwest corner of the US, is not part of the continental US; it is separated from the rest of the USA by Canada. Similarly, Hawaii is not part of the “lower 48” states; it lies in the central Pacific Ocean.
The country’s dependent territories are offshore and have distinct geographies of their own; the majority are islands.
The third-largest country in the world (after the Russian Federation and Canada), the USA has an enormous diversity of geographical features, including mountains, plains, and coastal zones. Though there are many cities that are densely populated with more manmade features than natural ones, there are also vast rural areas that are far more sparsely populated. The climate ranges from subtropical to arctic, with a corresponding breadth of flora and fauna.
General knowledge
Key facts
Population: 319 millions (estimate 2018)
Capital: Washington, DC.
Language
English, with significant Spanish-speaking minorties.
Currency
US Dollar (USD; symbol $) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of $100, 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1, though the $2 bill is rare and is not in high circulation. Coins are in denominations of $1, and 50, 25, 10, 5 and 1 cents.
Electricity
120 volts AC, 60Hz. Plugs have two flat pins with or without a third round grounding pin.
Public holidays
Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2019 – December 2020 period.
Note: States can recognize other days as state holidays that are not federal holidays.
2019
New Year’s Day: 1 January 2019
Martin Luther King Day: 21 January 2019
President’s Day: 18 February 2019
Memorial Day: 27 May 2019
Independence Day: 4 July 2019
Labor Day: 2 September 2019
Columbus Day: 14 October 2019
Veterans Day: 11 November 2019
Thanksgiving Day: 28 November 2019
Christmas: 25 December 2019
2020
New Year’s Day: 1 January 2020
Martin Luther King Day: 20 January 2020
President’s Day: 17 February 2020
Memorial Day: 25 May 2020
Independence Day: 3 and 4 July 2020
Labor Day: 7 September 2020
Columbus Day: 12 October 2020
Veterans Day: 11 November 2020
Thanksgiving Day: 26 November 2020
Christmas: 25 December 2020
All information subject to change.
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Nightlife in Los Angeles
Sunset Boulevard is still home to some of LA’s most famous clubs but Long Beach, Santa Monica and Pasadena all have plenty for would-be party animals to enjoy.
Santa Monica and Pasadena all have plenty for would-be party animals to enjoy.
The Viper Room
West Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA 90069
USA
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One of LA’s most infamous bars, The Viper Room remains a hipster hotspot. Iggy Pop, Johnny Cash and Placebo are jut a few artists who have played here.
The Edison
Los Angeles, CA 90012
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Set in a converted power plant, this industrial chic lounge is one of LA’s hippest hangouts.
Avalon
Hollywood
Los Angeles, CA 90028
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An LA institution that has been entertaining clubbers since the 1960s.
The Colony
Los Angeles, CA 90028
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A super-hip lounge bar with a huge central pool and great cocktails.
Polo Lounge
Beverly Hills, Los Angeles
CA 90210
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A movie regular, the lavish Polo Lounge has hosted everyone from Marlene Dietrich to Mia Farrow.
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Restaurants in Los Angeles
There’s no shortage of choice in LA, which along with traditional eateries offering American classics,
boasts some of the best Asian restaurants in the USA as well as superlative Mexican fare.
Urasawa
Beverly Hills
Los Angeles, CA 90210
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Price: Expensive
Hideously expensive but very tasty sushi in a slick restaurant popular with the celeb set.
Spago
Beverly Hills
Loa Angeles, CA 90210
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Price: Expensive
Set around an airy courtyard, Spago boasts an eclectic menu and a vast 30,000-bottle wine cellar.
Tavern
Los Angeles, CA 90049
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Price: Moderate
Offering A-list food on a D-list budget, Tavern is popular with stars and locals alike.
Horse Thief BBQ
Los Angeles, CA 90013
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Rib-sticking Americana done extremely well – pulled pork is the house special.
Red O
Los Angeles, CA 90046
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Price: Cheap
Mexican food as eaten by President Obama and whipped by chef Rick Bayless.
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Calendar of events
Tournament of Roses Parade and the Rosebowl
1 January 2019
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Venue: Green Street and Orange Grove Boulevard, Pasadena
Floral processions, marching bands and American Football celebrate the New Year in grand style on January 1 (unless it falls on a Sunday, in which case it’s January 2). The world famous rose parade, which began in 1890, draws crowds of up to a million people and takes place in the streets of old town Pasadena and beyond. Find a spot on the roadside or book grandstand seats (early) in advance for the best view.
Annual Golden Dragon Parade
9 February 2019
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Venue: Chinatown
This celebration of Chinese New Year has taken place in LA for over 100 years. Colourful floats, firecrackers and marching bands parade through Chinatown making for a popular family day out. The lion and dragon dancers are a highlight of this festival, which attracts celebrity grand marshals each year, who have included Bruce Lee, Lindsay Wagner and Playboy King Hugh Hefner.
The Academy Awards
24 February 2019
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Venue: Kodak Theatre
The Academy Awards are the biggest event of the entertainment year and they take place at the Kodak Theatre in Los Angeles. If you’re not a celebrity, you can’t get inside, but thousands of people queue up to watch the movie stars walk the red carpet in stunning designer gowns.
LA Times Book Festival
17 March 2019
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Venue: USC campus, Downtown LA
This two day literary fest, one of the largest in the US, was previously housed at the UCLA campus in swish Westwood, and has decamped to USC in Downtown LA. It hosts a raft of writers giving seminars and talks, as well as poetry readings, and it promotes storytelling and reading for all ages as well as presenting a range of new work. The festival attracts some 140,000 book lovers each year.
Toyota Grand Prix
12 – 14 April 2019
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Venue: Long Beach
Formula One takes to the city streets of Long Beach in this three day festival of speed. For over 35 years, the streets of the city have been turned into a race track and there’s a plethora of sideshows to please motor racing fans of all ages. A kids zone offers youngsters a chance to try out mini electric cars and big kids can ogle at some of the meanest machines on the racing circuit.
LA Pride
1 – 9 June 2019
Website
Venue: West Hollywood (parade)
Events taking place over an early June weekend include the centrepiece Gay Pride parade which attracts some 400,000 spectators and many other events including a festival of live music and comedy, visual arts, poetry, a fun run and get togethers in the park, all taking place in the West Hollywood area. LA Pride celebrates lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender arts and culture.
Los Angeles County Fair
31 August – 23 September 2019
Website
Venue: Pomona Fairgrounds
This month long cornucopia of fun is the biggest county fair in the US. It features amusement rides, a carnival, concerts, crafts and farm animals, horse races, games, and a variety of deep fried foods, the like of which have to be seen to be believed. The concert series attracts major names old and new – past years have featured One Republic, LeAnn Rimes, The Beach Boys, The Average White Band and Styx.
Halloween
31 October 2019
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Venue: Various
Halloween is a huge holiday celebration in the U.S. and LA has plenty of tricks and treats to scare the pants off you. Among the biggest is Universal Studios’s annual Halloween Horror Nights which is screamingly good fun and runs throughout October, as does the Knotts Berry Farm’s Scary Farm Haunt. In Griffith Park, check out the Haunted Hayride, a spooky east coast tradition that’s now making its mark on the west coast. Book early for all events.
Hollywood Christmas Parade
November 2019
Website
Venue: Hollywood
This modest (by US standards) procession of floats, cars, marching bands and minor celebrities that dates back to the 1920s, almost got the chop a couple of years back but has bounced back. There’s free kerbside standing or you can buy grandstand tickets for a birds eye view. The parade passes along part of Hollywood and Sunset Boulevards past many of the legendary buildings of Old Hollywood. It takes place at night so wrap up as it can be chilly.
All information subject to change. Please check the dates on the relevant event organizer’s website.
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Hotels in Los Angeles
From the Hollywood Roosevelt to Chateau Marmont, LA’s hotels are almost as famous as its celebrity inhabitants.
Nevertheless, unearthing a quiet boutique hotel or charming budget sleeping spot isn’t difficult to do.
L’Ermitage
Beverly Hills
Los Angeles, CA 90210
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Category: Expensive
A glamorous sleeping spot in an even more glamorous location.
Shutters on the Beach
Santa Monica
Los Angeles, CA 90405
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Category: Moderate
A block from the famous Santa Monica pier, the hotel boasts airy seaside chic décor.
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Fahrenheit 118 – in California the food stays cold

Everybody has tried raw food on some occasion – maybe sashimi at a Japanese restaurant, a portion of steak tartar at a French restaurant or just an apple in between. In California, people take their food more seriously: There, switching to a mainly vegan raw food diet is all the rage – with stars, not just health fanatics. According to them, all restaurant kitchens should soon stop using their cookers. Today every good restaurant has a few raw food dishes on its menu.
Real fans insist that no ingredient should be heated to more than 118 degrees Fahrenheit – that’s about 48 degrees Celsius. Only then can they be certain that the important enzymes and full nutritional value of foods are preserved. If what they say is true, the results are fantastic: Your skin is supposed to look younger and fresher, the risk of developing certain forms of cancer is lower, and physical fitness and intelligence get a boost.
Café Gratitude
Los Angeles, CA 90004
United States
Tel. +1-323/580 63 83
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Raw or cooked? Matthew Engelhart, chef of the popular raw food restaurant Café Gratitude in Los Angeles, keeps his cool when this debate gets going. He shares the opinion of self-help guru Deepak Chopra: The fact that both sides argue fiercely only means “that it is about a very important issue.” And he has the appropriate breakfast dish for congenial guests on the menu, his “I Am Great” buckwheat granola in almond milk.
Euphoria Loves Rawvolution
Santa Monica, CA 90405
United States
Tel. +1-310/392 95 01
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Starting with the logo on this charming café’s website, you will be reminded of the Californian hippie and flower power movement. Here, close to the beach, you can enjoy a wide range of food, from the vegan warm chili love soup to veggie burgers. And if you wish, you can even have healthy food delivered to your door once a week by ordering “The Box.”
Inn of the Seventh Ray
Topanga, CA 90290
United States
Tel. +1-310/455 13 11
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Beware, this place serves cooked food and meat in addition to the small selection of real raw food dishes on its menu. But its idyllic garden and oodles of hippy charm easily make up for that. So maybe it’s the place to get your first taste of the raw food scene – but it´s definitely not for confirmed “rawvolutionists.”
The Springs
Los Angeles, CA 90021
United States
Tel. +1 213/223 62 26
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Opened by Michale Falso in 2014, this restaurant serves 100 % organic, raw and vegan fare, none of which is heated to more than 118° Fahrenheit (= 47.78° Celsius). The bar serves organic wine and beer at lunch and dinnertime.
Real Raw Live
Los Angeles, CA 90028
United States
Tel. +1 323/461 45 45
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The specialties here are fresh organic juices, raw smoothies, frozen yoghurts and fat-burning lemonades.
EMC Seafood & Raw Bar
Los Angeles, CA 90010
United States
Tel. +1 213/351 99 88
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The EMC Seafood & Raw Bar opened its doors in Koreatown in 2013 and soon became a popular place for fresh seafood. The oysters and tiered platters of seafood variations are the top sellers here. Behind the bar, there’s a team of dedicated “mixologists” just waiting to serve you.
LifeFood Organic
Los Angeles, CA 90028
United States
Tel. +1 323/466 09 27
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Here you can create you own fruit smoothie from a selection of 26 main ingredients and around 40 extras for the final touch. The menu includes a huge variety of salads and sandwiches, but also burgers, pizzas, taquitos, burritos and wraps.
Flore Vegan Cuisine
Los Angeles, CA 90026
United States
Tel. +1 323/953 06 11
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A vegan restaurant with a deli counter, this place stocks a small range of raw food salads plus lots of cold-pressed juices, smoothies and shakes.
Grassroots Alchemy
West Hollywood, CA 90069
United States
Tel. +1 424/30 20 47
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Grassroots Alchemy sees itself as “The New World Social Lounge” and believes that healing foods bring health, happiness and longevity. The meals to be found in the Raw Living Foods section of the menu include Yin Yang Zucchini Pasta, The Caliente Raw Tacos and Thai Wrap.
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Climate & best time to visit United States of America
The United States has varied weather conditions, and the best time to visit depends both upon the location and the season. Spring (March, April, May) and autumn (September and October) are generally cooler, more comfortable times to visit. Summer months – June, July, and August – are generally hot regardless of the region, but winter temperatures (November-February) can vary substantially depending upon the part of the US you are visiting. The southern part of the country tends to be warmer in the winter than the north. The general climate of the continental US is temperate, but keep in mind that Hawaii is tropical and Alaska is arctic. Many of the country’s dependent territories, such as Guam, Puerto Rico, and the US Virgin Islands, are also tropical.
Summer is considered the peak tourist season throughout the country; other popular travel times are major American holidays, especially Thanksgiving and Christmas, as well as Easter Week and the school holiday known as Spring Break. Certain destinations, such as New York, are perennial favourites and are busy year-round; even when the weather may not be pleasant, these destinations have particular attractions or experiences that always draw travellers. In some parts of the country, travel services may be limited during the low or off-season, largely due to weather conditions.
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Jun | 40 °C | 8 °C | 22 °C | 15 °C | 76 % | 1 mm | < 1 | 9.2 h |
Jul | 36 °C | 11 °C | 24 °C | 17 °C | 77 % | 0.5 mm | < 1 | 11.7 h |
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Telephone/Mobile Telephone
Dialing Code: +1
Telephone
Public telephones have become a rarity, but can still be found here and there. They take coins, telephone cards and credit cards. If you care planning to make regular use of public phones, it’s best to purchase a prepaid calling card from one of the many U.S. providers.
Mobile Telephone
Not all European cell phones work on the American network, since it requires a tri-band or quad-band device. Full network coverage is not always assured outside densely population areas. Roaming charges are high here, so it is often cheaper to buy a SIM card from a U.S. provider. Low-cost prepaid SIM cards for making calls inside the country can be ordered online before you travel.
Internet
Free Internet access via Wi-Fi is possible in many busy tourist spots. When using unencrypted public Wi-Fi networks, it is not advisable to enter passwords, credit card details or banking credentials. We recommend using VPN app or security software to check Wi-Fi hotspots.
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Shopping in Los Angeles
Key Areas
Los Angeles is heaven for shoppers with plenty of cash to splash, with upmarket streets such as Rodeo Drive and Melrose Avenue attracting big-name designer brands and the celebrity browsers to match. Elsewhere, La Brea and La Cienega are good for an interior design fix, while for handmade crafts and quirky souvenirs, Pasedena is your best bet. Santa Monica is good for international and high-street shopping.
Markets
West Hollywood’s farmer’s market has been selling fresh produce since 1934, while Pasadena’s weekly market is worth visiting for the Mexican food alone.
Shopping Centres
The Beverley Center is the place to go for upmarket fashion, while Glendale’s Americana has a good mix of high- and low-end brands.
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Traveller etiquette
Social Conventions
Americans are renowned for their openness and friendliness to visitors. The wide variety of national origins and the USA’s relatively short history has resulted in numerous cultural and traditional customs living alongside each other. In large cities, people of the same ethnic background often live within defined communities.
Shaking hands is the usual form of greeting in formal situations and in business meetings. As long as the fundamental rules of courtesy are observed, there need be no fear of offending anyone of any background.
Gifts are appreciated if one is invited to a private home.
As a rule, dress is casual. High-end restaurants, hotels and clubs may require more formal attire.
Smoking is increasingly unpopular in the US; it is essential to ask permission before lighting up. Smoking is not allowed on city transport and restricted or forbidden in public buildings in most states. There will be a posted notice where no smoking is requested. An increasing number of states (including California and New York) have banned smoking altogether in bars, restaurants and many public places.
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Health
Main emergency number: 911
Food & Drink
Food in the US is safe to eat, and the conditions under which food is prepared and served are regulated by city, state, and federal health and hygiene agencies. In many jurisdictions, it is mandatory for restaurants to have a certificate of health or hygiene, as well as the current grade they have been assigned, posted visibly.
Although America is famous for its fast food and obesity rates, the local and fresh food movement is very popular in many areas, especially cities, making it easy to eat healthy. A variety of options also makes it easy for people with special dietary needs to find food that suits them, whether their needs are due to health reasons or to religious requirements.
Tap water is considered safe to drink in the US and is often offered in restaurants before bottled water. Bottled water is available throughout the country, however, both in restaurants and shops, for those who prefer not to drink tap water.
Other Risks
The US is generally considered a safe destination for world visitors. Occasional outbreaks of disease, such as West Nile Virus (a mosquito-borne illness) and H1N1 have occurred in recent years, however. Frequent hand-washing and general practices of good hygiene are encouraged to protect oneself against all types of illness.
Another concern with regard to safety is the possibility of terrorist attacks such as the one that occurred on September 11, 2001. City, state, and federal agencies have stringent anti-terrorism practices in place, however, and direct threats are infrequent.
Contractual physician of Lufthansa
Dr. Brath, William F.Expresscare Medical Clinic
8930 S. Sepulveda Bl. S-200
Los Angeles
CA 90045
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Visa & Immigration
IATA Travel Centre
The IATA Travel Centre delivers accurate passport, visa and health requirement information at a glance. It is a trusted, centralized source for the latest international travel requirements. The IATA Travel Centre is the most accurate source available because it is based on a comprehensive database used by virtually every airline, and information is gathered from official sources worldwide, such as immigration and police authorities.