Postcard from USA

Postcard from the USA Jennie Smith

USA - LA, Santa Monica, San Diego, Las Vegas and a little bit of Texas (Galveston).


The US has so much to see and do. It is huge!! The meals are huge and well yes, so are some of the cocktails.


Fantastic place for the whole family to enjoy. I did as much as I could in one visit with my 2 teens and here are some of the highlights. Disneyland, Universal Studios, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Santa Monica Historic Pier, San Diego Sea World and Zoo, Grand Canyon by Helicopter with dual landings, racing around in a Nascar, Zip Lining in Fremont Street, the old Vegas strip, high above all the people below and checking out all the famous hotels you see in the movies.
Ended in Galveston to board a cruise in the Caribbean for 7 nights onboard one of the biggest ships in the world, Royal Caribbean Harmony of the Seas.


One thing to keep in mind when visiting the Disney parks is that they are massive. You will do a lot of walking and I mean a lot!! Destroyed a pair of sneakers from all the walking we did. You definitely want comfortable shoes for all the parks. Both Disneyland and Disney California Adventure Park have some very cool rides. Galaxy's Edge in Star Wars Land is truly out-of-this world. My favourite ride would have to be Guardians of the Galaxy Mission Breakout. This is the old tower of terror ride. Not for the faint hearted...It's loud, dark and has big drops. So much fun. Bonus if you love the characters from the movies.
The Grand Canyon is exactly that. It's grand. Flying over Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam and the Canyon itself is incredible. We were able to land at the bottom of the canyon and then again at the top.


Vegas has so much to offer and is suitable for all ages.
Sea World in San Diego is another great park especially if you like roller coasters and marine animals. The Orca show was awesome...sit in the wet zone and you will be drenched. They can definitely flick a crazy amount of water.
Getting around the USA is easy. Flights, trains and self drive. Around the cities or towns, Uber and Lyft are the best options.