South African & Daughter React To BEST Family Vacation Spots in USA

[@jonograhamreacts]

Please check out the poll on my community tab and Vote to let Lea know about New York...

[@JohnLeePettimoreIII]

for years, i drove taxi in New Jersey (NJ), New York (NY), and Pennsylvania (PA). please keep in mind that i'm a born and raised southern (Texas) boy. i wouldn't necessarily call NY "dangerous" per se. but there is an element of crime and danger that is more present than what would be found in many other cities. BUT... i would recommend that ladies do not go there unescorted (yes, i'm old school like that). NY is not my kind of place. it doesn't match with my personality. so i consider it a dirty, unfriendly place that i have no desire to see again. others will have differing opinions and that's what makes the world go 'round.

[@stuckinDetroit65]

You couldn't PAY me to go to NY... Rude people, over-priced stuff.

[@aidenroqz]

I'd rather stay here in NY with all my "crime" than go to Detroit that's for sure

[@Rose-z4h6k]

You need to keep in mind that New York City is a very large urban area. It is expensive. It is crowded. It does have public transit. It does have crime. It has a lot of visible and sometimes aggressive homeless panhandlers. It is very fast moving. You need to be on the alert. Right now, the American body politic is having fairly heated discussions about crime, mental illness and border policy (drug trafficking is part of this). This makes it hard to judge how dangerous an area is. People have fairly strong opinions.

[@summersands8105]

As a woman, I wouldn't go to NYC without my men with me. Mind your purses and wallets. Beware of the tourist traps and when off the main strips, don't go down alleys. Keep in mind that the main street shops are very expensive. There are better places to go other than NYC, unless you go during the holiday times for the parades and the festivities like partying in Time Square to watch the ball drop. Mind you, I haven't done this in decades, but it was so much fun when I did go. I have no interest in going now due the expense and it not being as safe as it once was.

[@pookatim]

Yes, you can take shells home from the beach. The only restriction is you cannot take a shell that still has something living in it. If you pick up a shell and there is s hermit crab or clam or whatever still inside it, you just have to put it back. On Sanibel Island, there are millions of shells of all kinds so you won't have any problem finding something unique and interesting. In fact, there are videos on here of people doing exactly that.

[@djriddleandgmoney5930]

She is so happy all the time that when you mentioned monkeys I could actually picture her in there with them just living her best life. Or maybe the Penguin enclosure just chilling.

[@jonograhamreacts]

Haha, you nailed it.

[@lindabrewer3243]

I don't know if you realize this, but there is a coast line in Texas too. All along the Gulf of Mexico there is Galveston, Corpus Christi, Port Arthur, South Padre Island and more. Galveston is about 50 miles from Houston which seems to be where most folks fly to from an International flight. When my husband and I flew out West, we used Flagstaff, Arizona as our home base. We then rented a vehicle and drove to Death Valley in California, Las Vegas, Nevada, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Grand Tetons. We got a motel for 2 nights in Utah so we could enjoy a couple days there and we got a motel in Las Vegas so we could travel to Death Valley and back to rest before we headed back to Flagstaff. Keep in mind that a RV Rental for 2 weeks will cost a minimum of about $4000.00. I hope your dream of coming to our beautiful country comes true soon.

[@Rose-z4h6k]

Three comments: Having a big RV will restrict where you can go. Some of the neatest places in Texas, New Mexico and Arizona have dirt roads. You will be restricted largely to paved or well-graded roads and to areas that have services that can accommodate larger vehicles. Many folks who live the RV life, tow a car on a trailer behind their RV. A good 4 wheel drive SUV might better suit your needs. Don't underestimate the distances. Going from Dallas, Texas to the Smoky Mountains in Tennessee can be done in two days, but that is two days of not stopping except for food, fuel and restrooms. It takes my friend and I three days, with two drivers and 6 hour days. I took a lot of vacations with my father who wasn't happy if the wheels weren't turning. I've seen much of American's scenic beauty whipping by the car windows. If you really want to experience the States, you will need time to stop and watch the world go by. If you intend to visit the South and/or the Southwest consider some season other than summer. It can be miserably hot and/or humid. It is crowded. Memorial Day (late May), 4th of July, and Labor Day (late Aug/early Sept) are heavy travel times. You really don't want to see our National Parks from your place in a line of hikers or the middle of a traffic jam. If you're going to the beach, avoid spring break season. The hoards of college students can turn beach communities upside down.

[@aidenroqz]

As a New Yorker I hate that people try to badmouth my city, are there places you shouldn't visit? Yes. But there are places like that all over the US and everywhere in the world honestly. I wouldn't be discouraged to go to Texas for example just because I hear everyone carries guns. I wanna experience the culture and get to know the people and make my own conclusions. And anywhere you go if you're a tourist you wont go to the dangerous parts of that place unless you're really looking to see that. You're usually gonna stay close to the tourists destinations and if you are friends with a local they will take you to the spots that are tourist friendly and safe. If NYC was so dangerous why do MILLIONS of people keep visiting every year? I know Jono is not too fond of cities and the whole hustle and bustle of them but if you ever decide to visit I would be honored to guide you through the city and show you guys how wonderful it is. Cheers guys, love your reactions and dont be discouraged to experience many places, I'm sure there is dangerous spots wherever you will go but you aint goin there for that, you're goin to enjoy yourselves and experience that as a family.

[@heffiagametech8094]

One thing you have to remember that places are not just an hour or two between sites. Driving can be days.

[@alankemper4068]

FYI Destin is very beautiful. The Gulf of Mexico water is almost warm, and the Pacific water is uncomfortably cold.

[@faureamour]

You and your daughter are delightful and have a lovely relationship. I think it's a great idea to get an RV and travel for a month. Just keep in mind that you still will barely get to see any of the country, but you will have time to take in the experience of the few places you do go.

[@philc.352]

Hi. First, I've been to every state except Alaska and Hawaii, and I can tell you that all the big cities (like any country) have safe/unsafe areas. Make sure if you're planning on visiting any big city (anywhere) to consult a good travel agent on where to go/stay. Second, the most awe inspiring place I've been to was a guided tour of the Grand Canyon. It really is more than just a crack in the earth. As far as out right fun goes, Florida takes that spot for me because the warmth, water, palms and party life is what I imagine in a vacation spot plus the people fit my southeastern personality better than the (although equally great ) California experiences I've had. My backwoods accent accent made me feel weird in Cali. That's probably just me thought. Third, You need to consider driving distances in the U.S.. It takes about 3 days to travel by car from east coast to west coast without any sight seeing, just know that going in. I wish you the best in fulfilling your hope to visit us here in the U.S., Cheers! Edit: Maybe one day I'll be able to visit Alaska and Hawaii (expensive) and fulfill my little bucket list of "been there done that" lol.

[@armandomartin-del-campo3608]

Good day to you Jono, going through northern California in an RV driving amongst the Sequoias and Redwoods is a sight to behold! Driving the roads and almost touching the trees is an experience like no other, I have an RV,and have been there twice, I plan on going back next year.

[@Scruffyman81]

Also, there are giant trees you can drive through.

[@Margie-to5ir]

There is so much more to New York than NYC. I live in western New York where we boast having Niagara Falls and also Letchworth State Park (a.k.a. the Grand Canyon of the East). You can also visit Cooperstown for the Baseball Hall of Fame, Corning for the Corning Museum of Glass (kids can blow their own glassware) and Watkins Glen State Park where you can walk down the falls. It's a wonderful state.

[@JoannDavi]

I wouldn't avoid NYC entirely. Just stick to Manhattan (and Liberty and Ellis Islands). There's no pressing need for a tourist to go to the other parts of NYC.

[@jdanon203]

Yep. No one ever says hey kids let's go visit the South Bronx after we get done seeing Times Square.

[@adamrou12345]

Brooklyn is worth visiting if you are hip and West Harlem is gorgeous, lively and of course it has the Apollo one of the most iconic venues this side of the planet. If you are into modern/contemporary art the Harlem Renaissance was pretty pivotal and a lot of that spirit is still in Harlem. Times Square is fine but there are way better places in the city to eat, shop, explore and be entertained. Harlem and Brooklyn are fabulous and well worth a visit they are also super accessible because the subway is one of the very few subway systems in the world that run 24/7.

[@Tbone1492]

Always snowing in Adirondack mountains. Catskill mountains. N.Y had some beautiful nature up there

[@ibekingape]

You're missing the Bronx Zoo & the Botanical Garden, the Great other city parks, not to mention the great state parks upstate

[@franciet99]

NYC can be crazy and is one of the busiest cities. However, if you go to NY state areas such as The Adirondacks, you will be out in the wilderness.

[@pookatim]

All those boats are congregated in that spot for a reason. That is a large sand-bar. When the tide goes out, the boats are all "beached" for several hours and a huge party begins. People bring food, beverages and lots of music for everyone to share and enjoy.

[@adamrou12345]

Not a huge fan of major cities but NYC is well worth a visit and it is not particularly dangerous. For a city of it's size the crime rate is actually surprisingly low and the little violent crime that does happen is almost exclusively between people that know eachother. Don't go to the bronx trying to rip someone off on a coke deal and you will be fine. Violent crime against tourists is extremely rare depsite NYC being one of the most popular tourist destinations on the planet. The primary crime you need to be aware in NYC is that you don't need to buy tickets for central park and the staten island ferry is free. It is the safest major city in the US by quite a ways and is substantially safer than Austin and Houston and the DFW. The Violent Crime rate of NYC is about 38% lower than the US average. Meaning that you are safer in NYC than in most places in the US. You can call NYC and New Yorkers a lot of things but dangerous is not one of them. As it sits today NYC is the 12th safest city on the planet. Making it safer than London, Frankfurt, Zurich, Madrid, Paris and many others. People telling you that NYC is dangerous are just simply ill informed and likely only saying that because they disagree with the relatively progressive disposition of the city but New York. 5 decades or so ago NYC was fairly dangerous but that was when there was still 2 Germanies. To truly understand why the US is the behemoth it is the empire state is the spot. There is something in the air down there that turns everybody up to 11 and even if you are not into cities it is something to behold.

[@chunksaflyin]

Always enjoy the energy and laughs you folks give off in your videos and just love the relationship you have with each other. I'm a native born San Diegan and I have lived in many other parts of the country. Some how I always end up returning here. One of the greatest things I always loved about this place is that during the right time of year, you can start your day off at the beach, head out to the desert for a nice romp and lunch in the desert, go up to the mountains to visit the snow, when it's there, and get back to the beach by sunset for a nice bonfire bbq. Not many places let you visit so much in one day. The zoo and Balboa Park are my favorites as well as Mission and Pacific Beaches. There a bit of everything for everyone here. Hoping you get to visit the US soon. Best wishes.

[@daniellarodgers7908]

Best state to visit at for tourist is Florida. It has nightlife, less homeless, Hawaii beaches without the price of paying Hawaiian prices, and Disneyworld is in Florida

[@noelramirez1551]

Plus other theme parks and the Brightline could take you to Miami and Florida has a ton of beautiful springs

[@sopdox]

I’ve lived in NYC since my family emigrated from Greece when I was 1 year old. Over 55 years ago. Don’t fall for the fear-mongering. You can’t let your guard down in any big city, but you won’t be in fear for your life. I’m happy to be your guide should you visit.

[@sheawalls9059]

Most definitely, and it's mainly people that have never been to NY that try to project the city in a bad light

[@aidenroqz]

As a New Yorker myself I hate when people badmouth NYC, or any city for that matter, I'm the type of person that if I don't know something I keep my mouth shut and I wouldn't say anything good, bad, or indifferent about any other city because I haven't experienced them myself. And like you guys said, yes there are bad places. I'm from The Bronx I should know. But if you're a tourist you won't go to those places. And we're not rude, we have to get to places so if we don't stop when u ask something is because we're either late or the stupid subway is delayed for the millionth time.

[@stuckinDetroit65]

Yellowstone is freakin AMAZING! I wish I could have spent more time there. There is so much scenery, and wildlife to take in, it will boggle your mind. Don`t forget the hot-springs that are all over the place, and don`t get to close to the bison!

[@nathanhollywoodbrookshire1417]

Living in the US as an American all my life, I’ve taken shells from beaches; I know people whom collect shells obsessively

[@americasfavoritebrazilian2399]

Lala would love NY. They had the Winter Olympics up by Lake George cause they get more snow then anywhere. My daughter's loved it. They turned it into like a amusement park/ skiing, bobsleds, Ect all year round. Very nice👌

[@russellfisher2853]

If you're going to Texas you definitely won't go to see the most beautiful state. Unless you don't mind hot, and very dry. As far as beauty I think the Northwest. Is Gorgeous.

[@katw3070]

I agree. The last place I would ever go is Texas.

[@EricWoodyVariety59]

Florida doesn't have penguins but has dolphins and manatees.

[@noelramirez1551]

Yea if people come to FL they have to visit some of our springs

[@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay]

Jackson Hole is just the resort town on the east slope of the Grand Tetons. Funny name, yes, but from what I've seen of it from other videos, including privote pilots who just fly there for the hell of it, it's quite nice. The scenery is why you really go there for...and the skiing if you're into that kind of thing. Jackson Hole is essentially Wyoming's Aspen, Colorado.

[@RobertL.JonesJr-hz8vl]

Galveston or Corpus Christi are great spots for the beach. San Antonio for sights, history, and shopping. Here in Texas we have distinct areas to see different things. 😎

[@poesenpai6475]

As someone who grew up in New Jersey I can confirm that Cape May is a GREAT place to visit. Along with other shore towns/cities in Jersey the board walk is a completely different experience in Jersey than I've seen anywhere else. Ocean City NJ is a great one to stay in for a few days and my personal favorite. The boardwalk is mostly mom and pop shops/restaurants there are also a few arcades, mini golf, and an amusement park. My personal favorite place is Oves (its a restaurant on the boardwalk in O.C.N.J.) their apple cider donuts are amazing. Last little thing of note it's that it is a dry town meaning you cant purchase alcohol there which adds to the family friendly side of things. Not that you cant have it there you just have to bring you own so most people party elsewhere.

[@ionecuff6323]

I do not like cities, I prefer very small towns, but mainly camping in the woods or desert. BUT! If you were to ever see the Giant Redwood Forests, The Trees of Mystery, The Sea Lion Caves, the Oregon Caves, or to just go fishing at the ocean shore or off the pier, then Crescent City, California is the place. You can use it as a base camp, and you would be 1 to 2 hour drive from the places I mentioned before. PLUS! The seafood there is abundant!! Walk along the dock and see all the HUGE emperor seals laying on the docks, on rocks, or on the beach. I like Newport, Oregon so I could go on a charter boat to do some fishing in the ocean for the BIG ONES! I love the hikes through the Redwood forests and Trees of Mystery. I still cannot get over how HUGE AND MAGNIFICENT those trees are. Have you ever driven a car, van, or pickup truck through a live growing tree??? They have them there. The one I drove through was called the Candelabra Tree! The Oregon and Washington coasts are like no other. They aren't jam packed with houses, stores, and people like other places. Lots of open spaces where you can have the beach to yourselves. I watch the youtube channel of an Oregon fisherman (called "Oregon Life") that shows how to catch and cook all the different types of fish he catches on the coast and in the lakes. Pretty cool watching him pull out his little burner and cook the fish or crabs he just caught. One word of warning, those travel and vacation videos are paid advertisements for expensive places. For instance, when he mentioned Grand Canyon and said lodging is limited, there are lots of campgrounds and RV parks in the area and nearby, but they didn't mention, more or less focused on motels. I live in Arizona and have camped in the mountains, deserts, and lake side. We always like to be where we can see wildlife, nature, and be able to go fishing if we like. I have traveled back and forth across the US more times than I can count. If you come to the US you will find the east coast is very crowded. I will shut up now. You all have your own dreams and goals, but I will tell you that some of the most beautiful and fun places can be the ones that no one talks about. I know you all will find what you would like to do and go see. I hope you will be able to make your dreams come true. And since your daughter loves horse, the Dakotas have thousands of wild horses roaming the ranges and they are BEAUTIFUL!

[@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay]

The Outer Banks are the island stream out from North Carolina. Take a look at the map of North Carolina, and there's this thin line of "islands" quite a bit away from the mainland. These are the Outer Banks. It's also home to the birthplace of powered flight. The Wright Brothers first flew their little airplane on the beach at Kittyhawk on the north end of the Outer Banks. I was there in 1989 after my dad had his bi-annual job convention in Raleigh-Duram, NC.

[@troycooper7180]

Just as a sidenote, Batman actually has a vacation home in the Outer Banks of NC, and I have seen him at Cape May, NJ too! 😆

[@mauryeetss3561]

I didn't expect to see San Diego on this list as I expected it to be famous attractions but I think they've nailed it. I visited San Diego as a kid to visit my grandparents who lived there. The San Diego Safari Park is a great attraction for families. It is by far the most impressive zoo I've been to. The beaches off La Jolla are exactly as they say; calm, warm waves many days of the year. There's also an amazing botanical garden to see too. There are also plenty of great restaurants around too.

[@billbrasky1288]

The gulf coast between Gulf Shores, Alabama and Panama City Beach, Florida might be the best stretch of beaches in the USA. This is where Destin is. Beautiful white sand beaches and tons of affordable beachfront condos. It’s affectionately known as the redneck riviera, being a popular vacation spot for people all across the south.

[@gmunden1]

Upstate New York has great places to visit. There are state and national parks.

[@alanflor703]

My advise is to come in the off season for the major attractions. I've been to Yellowstone numerous times, usually in May. Last time was on a whim, because we were in the area. It was July. The place was so unbelievably packed that it seemed you could hardly move. We quickly got out of there(well, not quickly...the traffic was nuts). Prices are also a lot cheaper in the off season. The traditional travel season is from Memorial Day in the end of May to about Labor Day in early September.

[@Cody38Super]

You want to spend atleast $30k-$40k on your vacation. One month, driving around in a nice, big RV with four people, insurance, fuel, hook ups, Uber around town, and spending money........shit-ton of money is what that'll cost! Did you see Eva Zubecks RV video, she paid over $500 for two days of insurance on that RV alone and $140 in gas for 50miles traveled.

[@noelramirez1551]

Yea i was like they're going to be in for a shock when they're driving for hours and they've seen nothing and wasted a ton of Money in fuel I would say the best bet would be Orlando you have theme parks not that far from the beach and beautiful springs plus with Brightline just opening up they can take it to Miami

[@reindeer7752]

Yellowstone!!!! You can easily see many of the western national parks in a month. I've done it in less time. Jackson Hole and the Grand Tetons are nearby.

[@Tbone1492]

NY is cool. The City a few day's. There's plenty to do. Then drive up to the Adirondack or Catskill Mountains. Always snow for her. Absolute beautiful nature. You'd never think it was N.Y

[@stacyjane8014]

All of us parents are giggling right along with Leiha (so sorry if that’s misspelled!) ETA: Jono’s I would never!! Has me cracking up 😂

[@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay]

Yes, Destin is in Florida just east of Pensacola. 35-ish years ago, when we first discovered it, it was still fairy undeveloped, but since then, it's slowly, but gradually grew into a bustling coastal resort area. We pondered buying a condo down there at one time, but thankfully we never did, as i got hurt in an auto accident in 98, which ended my traveling days.

[@lindsayruiz3789]

I live 30 minutes from Sanibel Island. Wait a few years before you visit. Our area has recently been completely devastated by a Category 5 hurricane, and we need time to recover to get back to the beauty we once were....

[@Randsurfer]

USA has extreme climate variations depending on location. Can't go wrong with April/May or September/October as it is moderate weather everywhere. April/May will still have good snow in high elevations in the Western mountains but you won't suffer from cold (too much).

[@thelightshineth8848]

Floridian here, can confirm both Sanibel/Captiva (southwest Florida) and Destin area (Florida panhandle) are both very nice. As far as Destin I would suggest also looking into Panama City Beach which is in the same stretch of beach (along with Pensacola but I haven't been there) - I don't know if it's just me but to me Destin has a more "ritzy/upscale" feel and PCB has a more casual "beach party/family fun" vibe with more things to do in the area than just the beach itself. If you ever plan to go, make sure to look up peak Spring Break season in the US and try to avoid going during that time as that's when all the college kids will be there

[@Andrew-Collet]

New York is perfectly fine. Don’t let the politics talk where people try to say that a blue or red state is full of crime influence your decision. I’m going to New York next month, I’ve gone many times over the past 15 years and I’ve never had a single issue.

[@russellfisher2853]

If you want somewhere with beaches the West Coast California Oregon and Washington all have gorgeous beaches..

[@noelramirez1551]

Yea but they're more rough and colder west coast Florida Beaches are more calm and warmer same with the keys

[@Ywipm]

NYC is not dangerous

[@sweetdulcesunshinenyc]

Thank goodness smart comment and correct

[@lindaslater7782]

The United States has so many beautiful places (i've been to 47 of the 50 states). In your video, ive been to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the Grand Canyon, and Oahu, Hawaii where i climbed to the top of Diamond Head. While in Hawaii, i also visited Pearl Harbor and attended a luau (my first taste of poi). I believe every state has areas of beauty and interest. Thanks for sharing this video!

[@carriemilito2851]

Just keep in mind, any place in Florida near fresh water has it's risks too. Freshwater canals ,ponds and swampy areas often mean gators or pythons.

[@noelramirez1551]

I'm always surprised about how many people don't know what rip currents are

[@eddi1628]

I agree with you jono, there's nothing like driving from state to state,a month is a must if your coming to USA for the first time,renting an RV is a must,make sure you don't get an RV that isn't diesel engine,and don't get an oversized RV as well.

[@williamshepherd1531]

Shells. We were having a family. Reunion in Michigan. And a campground we went to while I was growing up Here in Florida feel too bucket full of shells. I dumped them on the beach At the campground for the kids. William s

[@joseph96345]

All the boats in Destin are anchored in a hang-out spot called Crab Island. It's really fun to go and just chill. San Diego is really nice. Lots of things to do. If you do the RV thing make sure of how much time you are willing to devote to driving! If you want to see national parks (or state parks), it would hard to beat the west coast. From Washington to Northern California.

[@rerun3283]

I went to Johannesburg once and it was the best time I've ever had. Wonderful people

[@timfeeley714-25]

Seattle in the summer there's nothing like it, the world's only revolving glass floor at 500 ft up in the world famous Space Needle is a must see!

[@SHOVELCARD]

best vacation I had takes 2 off this list. Yellowstone and Grand Tetons are so close together ans so different. The scenery and the wildlife were an adventure of a lifetime for me. Love the interaction the both of you have and I am now a new subscriber.

[@Scruffyman81]

In Lake Tahoe they have more than skiing. There is an underground viewing of a natural creek so you can watch wild salmon swim upstream from under water. There are also casinos, with live entertainment, gambling, and at least two giant arcades with games for kids.

[@Randsurfer]

There are some spectacular sites in WEstern USA. The Rocky Mountains are beautiful any season. The Grand Canyon is amazing. Renting an RV is a good choice, USA has extensive RV infrastructure. I would say doing an RV for a month is the only way to really experience the USA properly.

[@theidajawho]

The RV idea is how I would do it also. Start in Appalachia (The Virginias & Carolinas), across through hills of Kentucky & Tennessee, over The Rocky Mtns (Colorado), down to Grand Canyon (Arizona), New Mexico Bad Lands (Bhisti Wilderness), then on through Las Vegas to L A, up the coast to Puget Sound (Seattle), then back east to Yellowstone (Wyoming), and on to Mt. Rushmore (South Dakota). There is SOOOO much along that route. Not sure how long it would take, would depend on how much you wanted to explore an area, or more just drive and see.

[@rammannawar1626]

Hello from Texas to really enjoy America y’all would have to spend months to a year here every state has wonderful things to do and see, yes do your research and make your plans.❤

[@BillieBrown-f2p]

Utah has some of the best national parks in the country, with fantastic hiking trails and views. There is also great fishing and enough reptiles to satisfy anyone.

[@dellaredwine9473]

What you saw of the Grand Canyon does not compare to seeing it in person. No pictures or videos does it justice. When we went, we were told the Native Americans called it the upside down mountain. Don't miss it.

[@WhatDayIsItTrumpDay]

In 1985, we took a Southwestern vacation that culminated in Albuquerque, NM where my dad had another of his bi-annual conventions. Our travel route was mostly in Texas, as the first thing we did was to cross into Texas at Texarkana, and then head down to the Houston/Galveston area. We spent a full week in Galveston. Loved it there. Galveston even to this day has a more rustic seaside atmosphere. Then after we left there, we went to San Antonio to see the Alamo, but we got rained out from a mid afternoon storm that actually caused some flash flooding. Deserts are notorious for flash flooding. We got out of there just in the nick of time. Sad part was that we missed checking out the Riverwalk. That's SA's other big tourist attraction. After leaving SA, we headed to Carlsbad, NM and White Sands NP. Calsbad Caverns was awesome. Biggest underground cavern system in the Notth America. There's a big room there called the Big Room, ironically, that's like 3 football fields wide, and something like 6 football fields long. 2000 ft long by 1100 ft wide, with a ceiling of 225 ft. After those two little side excursions, we went back down to El Paso, where we got a flat tire in our then brand new 1985 Suburban. With El Paso on the border, we took a little trip into Juarez. We wouldn't dare do that today as it's a warzone for the drug cartels, but 40 years ago it was still relatively safe for short tourist ventures. After El Paso, we headed up to Albuquerque and stayed there for a week, which was nice as we got to see several Native American sites and towns like Sante Fe, Taos, and even an Indian Pow Wow. Beautiful area around that region as well, as you're kinda in the southern foothills of the Rockies Front Range. In 1993, we went to Vegas, and then the Grand Canyon and Sedona, AZ. That too was a nice litte trip. Wished we woukd have gone up into Utah to see some of the Mighty Five National Parks like Zion, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Arches, and Capitol Reef, but we just didn't have time. We would have needed another one to two weeks to do those.

[@Rose-z4h6k]

That's the trip I'd recommend. I'd just add: Go up to Monument Valley and see some of the Navajo rez. Stop at Acoma on the way to Albq. If you go up from Santa Fe to Taos, there are some nice rafting (no white water) trips through Orilla Verde. If you're there in the late summer/autumn get some cider at one of the roadside stands.

[@sorebluto]

Fly to Houston. Rent a car and drive through New Orleans and along the gulf coast to Destin. Finish in Atlanta and fly back. A great gulf coast vacation. Renting an RV is more expensive than you think. It would be cheaper to fly.

[@lisazaccardimeunier8378]

My sister said she had an emotional reaction when she saw the grand canyon. It’s definitely on my bucket list.

[@hkjuhucampbell4005]

San Diego has one of the best and largest zoos in the world. I was stationed there when in the Navy, many years ago, for six months and never did see everything and that have added a lot in the 50 years since I have been there.

[@chrisstrand500]

Hells canyon is deeper than the Grand.

[@nathanhollywoodbrookshire1417]

A road trip in an RV is the best way to see the US… there are RV parks all over the US where you can pay one fee to get memberships at multiple companies. Great epic deals for an epic adventure

[@jeri8360]

I have been to NYC and if you like crowds, a lot of garbage, and excessive noise then this city is for you. I am more into nature and hate heavy traffic. Unfortunately, people forget that New York State is more than NYC. Upper state is very unpopulated and beautiful. The waterfalls are gorgeous.

[@noelramirez1551]

I don't hate nature but you've seen one trail or tree you've seen them all you're not spending all that money to come and see some random town you want your money's worth and want to have your own crazy NYC adventure

[@radioflyer68911]

Branson,The Ark Encounter and Dollywood are great fun. If you're big fans on the Wizard Of Oz there's a theme park in Beech Mountain North Carolina called The Land Of Oz,but it's only open on special occasions in the fall.

[@blakerh]

I can't believe Yosemite wasn't on the list! It is the best National Park. You could see most of the parks in the western part of the country in a month. But you would not enjoy driving all the way from CA to the east coast.

[@kevinerose]

7:00 I believe the volcanoes are always "active" there in Hawai'i. 9:40 Geezers are old men. Geysers are what they have at Yellowstone Park. An occasional Geezer may be spotted there from time to time. 10:30 If you rent an RV, you will want to be here a minimum of 6-8 weeks. America is huge if you want to take road trips across land.

[@sandralorenz1796]

Jackson, Wyoming is beautiful. Hole means valley. Yellowstone is not far away. Just remember, you are visiting the wildlife's home. This is not a petting zoo. A bison/buffalo will kill you. They have very poor eye sight but an exceptional sense of smell.

[@DUEYZ4U]

9:19 🦗🦗🦗😆. Thanks for another fun video, guys!

[@george217]

"Geysers" are natural water features. "Geezers" are old people like me...

[@EricWoodyVariety59]

Yes in most beaches you can collect shells and some places have fossils to collect.

[@golfr-kg9ss]

If you can afford it an RV would be a great way to see the US. Some drawbacks the RV is a gas guzzler and driving those things around in a large city are pain. Driving them around in a national park is a challenge too since it's usually just 2 lane roads. Some tips Jackson Hole and Yellowstone are about 90 minutes to 2 hours away from each other. If you go to New York be sure to go west and see Niagara Falls and if you go to Niagara Falls be sure to do the Whirlpool Jet boats. Cross over to the Canadian side. The views of the falls are better over there and more things to see and do on the Canadian side.

[@kevinparks5220]

We love ya guys buddy, here from California...

[@ScottyM1959]

Yes avoiding parts of New York City is smart advice and normally I'd say don't do it, BUT if you stay in a Manhattan hotel closer to Time Square you'll have plenty of sites to see and can probably catch a bus tour or a circle line boat tour around Manhattan. Oh and if you do go to New York City you'll be able to see the USS Enterprise AIRCRAFT CARRIER (hint hint) plenty of restaurants and shops and the view at night in Time Square will blow your mind! It's called Jackson Hole, not Jackson's Hole, silly! Destin is about 45 mins to an hour away from where I live. There's lots to do and great restaurants too, and depending on when you come .aybe one of the many festivals will be going on. Also, you will be between 2 air force bases, so you should see some planes or helicopters flying around, and if you know someone who can get you on the base (wink wink) need I say more? There is also the US Air Force Armorment Museum nearby that you will enjoy for sure.

[@noelramirez1551]

Never understood why people tell foreigners not to visit NYC and visit small Towns like part of the allure of coming to the US is telling your friends about your crazy experiences

[@ScottyM1959]

@noelramirez1551 Nowadays, Manhattan isn't safe. I was born and raised until the age of 12 between Brooklyn and Queens. Then my family moved to New Jersey but went back often to visit family. It's sad to see and hear how my original hometown has gotten bad even for NYC. It took 59 years for me to leave the northeast, and even though I miss my son and my hometown in New Jersey, I don't regret it. So it's with a real heavy heart to discourage people from going to NYC.

[@noelramirez1551]

@@ScottyM1959 that's true but you have to be aware and never drop your guard anywhere like when tourists come to FL I can't tell you the amount of times I've had to tell out of state people not to let their kids get close to the water especially if you're reeling in a fish because of gators and if you're spending 7k+ just on plane tickets alone you're going to want to hit the stereotypical touristy places

[@impossibleisjustanopinion9898]

You're daughter is adorable. Go for it hun. It's people who don't live there telling you no. Have a blast❤

[@JasonMoir]

North Carolinian here...I can confirm the Outer Banks are beautiful.

[@JenniferBarrier1]

Another NCer here. The mountains are beautiful too. Been here all my life, 39 yrs and still haven't been to the outer banks. Im missing out.

[@JasonMoir]

@jennifereason6481 Western NC here too. The trip to the Outer Banks is long but worth it.

[@JenniferBarrier1]

@@JasonMoir I'm in Central NC. Itll take me the same amount of time to get to the OBX as it does the mountains, but just haven't gotten there. Hubs loves the mtns. I had to beg to get married at Myrtle Beach.

[@bobmeyer854]

Tsunamis don't really happen in the Atlantic so Cape May is safe from that. Tsunamis are usually caused by earthquakes which is why they're seen most frequently in the Pacific.

[@reneerollins4433]

I've been to Cape May, Destin, Yellowstone, and Honolulu. They are all very different from the other, but I loved them all. My next destination is the Great Smokey Mountains..❤❤❤

[@AxelFoleyDetroitLions]

I just got back from Siesta Key Florida….A lot of people fishing! My Sister Lives in Manhattan and Joined us in Florida too.

[@heather2493]

What a terrific kid she is ❤ you and your missus should be so dang proud of her (I know you are eh ✌️) cheers!

[@Ecrocken]

New York isn't "getting dangerous". It's a great place to visit. I wish I could do so more often!

[@cygnusx-3217]

Top 10 US cities most visited by international travelers for 2023. (No Texas city makes the list.) 10. Boston 9. Chicago 8. Wash DC 7. Honolulu 6. Las Vegas 5. San Fran 4. Orlando 3.Los Angeles 2. Miami 1. NYC

[@pacmanc8103]

Why would there be?😂

[@linnettetuttle7013]

Story time with your beautiful day is a great idea❤

[@MrPenguinLife]

If you want to take an RV trip I would suggest visiting Utah's 13 national parks, as well as the Grand Canyon which is in neighboring northern Arizona, just don't come in the summer hot months. Yellowstone is also nice, but is a LONG way to drive to get there.

[@johnpearson5616]

If you station yourself in Saint George Utah, you can catch the North rim of the Grand Canyon Zion's National Park and Bryce Canyon National Park quite easily.

[@Randsurfer]

Speaking of Hawaii. You'd be amazed how cheap you can get a low cost carrier flight from mainland USA to Honolulu. Hawaii has the most perfect climate for humans ever created.

[@JKM395]

Having been to Destin many times, I can certainly recommend it. There's a reason we get so many tourists. I don't care for cities or theme parks myself, and there is plenty to do in this state other than those.

[@noelramirez1551]

Yea but if you're spending all that money coming to the US you want to hit the big attraction like Orlando Miami or NYC I can't imagine spending 7+ grand visiting Destin like after an hour you're going to ask ok what's next and realizing how far you're from anything interesting

[@tinajezek5141]

When u go to Texas, go to Amarillo and see the Palo duro canyon and Cadillac Ranch. You can hit up Route 66 as well

[@Ginoulmer]

There are motels and camping around the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone Park. I live a hundred miles from Yellowstone Park and have been there many times. It is beautiful a d there is so much to see. The Grand Canyon is also amazing. Glacier Park in Montana is also really beautiful

[@easybreezy4559]

Penguins can be in warmer climates. I saw them off the coast of Australia near Melbourne

[@jamesjones8482]

Really enjoy watching your videos! You can research the Internet for RV travel vacation routes in the U.S. and decide which one you like the best. This video was leaning mostly to beach-related areas, which is fine, if that is what you prefer. ❤

[@MrJking065]

Sanibel Island has been destroyed by a Hurricane. Hawaii is an amazing place to visit. One of my favorite thing we did was rent a convertible and drive up into a volcano. The beauty is stunning.

[@craignickum6551]

Yes Jackson Hole. That's where Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone are.

[@thumper7047]

I'm from NY, your NZ Family youtubers just went there and loved it. it's as safe as anywhere else. Sure, don't go out to Central Park at 2am, or wonder down some remote dark alley. I was there with some family not long ago, We went to the Twin Tower memorial, we walked from Grand Central Station up 5th ave to Central Part to the museum of natural history. Ate in Central Park, then got a cab back to the train. Not a worry.

[@SGlitz]

Northern Arizona 😊. Grand canyon, caverns, Bearizona zoo, Payson Sedona Jerome , etc

[@JohnGatesIII]

No way to New York (and San Fransisco and Los Angeles....and I grew up in LA) or any other "Big City". Your best bet, if you can swing it, is to come in the SPRING (April - June) or in the FALL (Sep - Nov) and avoid the summer crush. American kids have 3 months off from school in the summer (starting in late May/early June and ending late August/early September), so that's when American families tend to plan their trips. Getting a Motorhome and traveling around the country would be a GREAT way to see what you want and experience a little bit more than just flying from hotel to hotel. Just KNOW that RV/Camper life is a real THING here in the US and campgrounds tend to be booked months in advance (especially in the peak seasons). You would need to find a company that would rent you a camper close to where you want to fly into (Atlanta, Georgia is a massive International Hub......I would expect you would be hard pressed to find a motorhome to rent in New York City....for a decent price). The other question in your planning, depending on the company that rents you the motorhome, is can you pick it up one place and drop it off another.....giving you the ability to drive across country vs. driving in a circle. Conceivably, you could fly into Florida, and drive across the Southern US (through Texas) and go see the Grand Canyon, ending up on the West Coast (like San Diego) and catching a flight home from there. What's crazy is, you could literally spend a month driving around the Western part of the U.S., never tire of what you see/experience, and never see the East coast (and could probably do the same on the East Coast). The U.S. is literally MASSIVE and there's literally TOO much to see in one trip. I lived in Stuttgart, Germany for a total of 6 years. I get the idea of driving 6 hours and crossing the borders of two or more countries and being in an entirely different world. I drove from Stuttgart to Denmark in 7 hours. I also drove from Los Angeles to San Fransisco in 7 hours. That just gives you some context of how truly enormous the States are. You might have some GREAT destinations planned for your trip, but it might actually take you several days to drive from one to the other. Just getting from the Grand Canyon to Yellowstone is 700 Miles (1130KM). Plan accordingly. I hope you guys get to come to the States, even just once. Just make sure to do all your planning and keep your expectations Low and your open-ness to try new things HIGH (got to try some gator meat if you're traveling through Louisiana....LOL.)

[@jourdanwau]

As long as you travel smart, don’t go alone, look at reviews, and keep up with the news New York isn’t all that bad. My Aunt who travels quite a bit loves going. The crime rate is definitely not great but it’s to be expected with how busy the city is. There’s definitely certain places where crime can be more prevalent; crowded venues, subway, etc. I wouldn’t avoid going as a whole though.

[@41dfcpea90]

Been to fort walton beach multiple times which is right beside destin, such a great place.

[@kathleenhayes9320]

Sanibel is gorgeous and you can take the shells home. I have tons. Have to check out Arcadia national park in maine. Fishing in maine is awesome!! Cape cod and outer banks are both terrific. Outer banks is in North Carolina. Cape cod is in Massachusetts