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- New York
- Los Angeles
- Las Vegas
- Miami Beach
New York
The city’s main airports
Taxi apps
- Lyft
- Uber
Prices
- The average cost of lunch in a cafeteria (for example, Whole Foods) ≈ $13
- The average cost of lunch in a restaurant ≈ $30
- The average price of a cup of coffee ≈ $2
Metro fare
- Cost of one trip is $3
- Cost of one trip using a MetroCard is $2.75
- Cost of unlimited trips using a MetroCard for 7 days is $33
Popular business centers
45 Rockefeller Plaza 20th fl., New York
285 Fulton St, New York
1 Vanderbilt Ave, New York
Souvenirs to take home
- A branded mug from Starbucks on Broadway with a panorama of New York
- Merch from Hard Rock Cafe (they have a different line of products in each country)
- NY sports cap from Lids on Times Square with the logo of one of the sports teams
- American sweets: Hershey’s Chocolate, M&M’s, Reese’s chocolate, Jelly Belly beans, etc.
- Souvenirs from the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Guggenheim, Metropolitan Museum, and the Whitney Museum of American Art
- Vintage and retro items from flea markets
- Figurines of the Statue of Liberty or the Yellow Taxi
- “I Love NY” t-shirts, pendants, and magnets
Top hotels in New York
Paramount Times Square
Guests noted the following advantages: 4-star hotel, a 2-minute walk to Times Square, but nonetheless, the hotel is quiet and peaceful. Nearby attractions include the Empire State Building, Broadway shows, and the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA).
Room prices start at $181 per night.
RIU Plaza New York Times Square
Guests noted the following advantages: 4-star hotel, hi-tech interior design that will be suitable for those who appreciate modernity and functionality, convenient location, private terrace with an excellent view (by the way, there is nothing else like it in New York), and a varied continental breakfast for an additional fee.
Room prices start at $206 per night.
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
Guests noted the following advantages: 3-star hotel located 10 minutes from Central Park with an indoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, and an excursion desk; it’s suitable for families with children. The staff can help plan a tourist route.
Room prices start at $115 per night.
Los Angeles
The city’s main airports
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
- Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)
- Ontario International Airport (ONT)
Taxi apps
- Uber
- Lyft
- Curb
Prices
- The average cost of lunch in a restaurant ≈ $25
- The average price of a cup of coffee ≈ $2
- The average price of a cup of coffee at Starbucks ≈ $3
Metro fare
- Cost of one trip is $1.75
- Cost of unlimited trips using a 1-day TAP travel card is $3,50
- Cost of unlimited trips using a 7-day TAP travel card is $12,50
Popular business centers
1055 Wilshire Blvd #900b, Los Angeles
8939 S Sepulveda Blvd #102, Los Angeles
355 S Grand Ave #2450, Los Angeles
Souvenirs to take home
- Saltwater taffy from Boardwalk
- A bottle of wine from the Napa Valley
- Chocolates from See’s store
- Set of six different flavors of ground coffee from Verve Coffee
- Souvenirs with pictures of the following attractions: Griffith Observatory, Angels Flight Railway, Walt Disney Concert Hall, etc.
- T-shirts, pendants, and magnets with images of palm trees
Top hotels in Los Angeles
Millennium Biltmore Hotel
Guests noted the following advantages: 4-star hotel located in the city’s financial center; there is a business center with everything you need for conducting presentations; car rentals.
Room prices start at $195 per night.
Doubletree by Hilton Los Angeles Downtown
Guests noted the following advantages: 4-star hotel located in the business district of Los Angeles; it has everything you need for hosting meetings, negotiations, and small conferences. The hotel has a Japanese rooftop garden, and some of the city’s main attractions are located within walking distance: you can walk to the Museum of Contemporary Art in 5 minutes and to the Walt Disney Concert Hall in 12 minutes.
Room prices start at $202 per night.
Four Seasons Los Angeles at Beverly Hills
Guests noted the following advantages: 5-star hotel, rooms with a view of the Hollywood Hills or Santa Monica Beach, open-air rooftop pool, free transfers within the neighborhood, 24-hour room service. The hotel has all the essentials for business travelers: free high-speed Internet and 24-hour conference rooms.
Room prices start at $811 per night.
Las Vegas
The city’s main airport
Taxi apps
- Uber
- Lyft
- Curb
Prices
- The average cost of lunch in a café/restaurant ≈ $25
- The average cost of lunch in a casino/hotel ≈ $40
- The average price of a cup of coffee ≈ $2.99
Cost of public transport
The city does not have a metro, but Elon Musk is planning on building an underground tunnel. Meanwhile, you will have to use ground transportation.
Prices for various modes of public transportation range from $6 to $20.
The top business centers
1810 E Sahara Ave, Las Vegas
South Las Vegas Boulevard, Las Vegas
4525 S Sandhill Rd, Las Vegas
Souvenirs to take home
- Poker chips (you can buy them at this store)
- Bracelet with Navajo turquoise
- Chocolate from Jean Philippe Patisserie
- Business card holder in the shape of a jaw
Top hotels in Las Vegas
Stratosphere Hotel, Casino & Tower
Guests noted the following advantages: 4-star hotel, tower with a viewing platform, admission to which is included in the room price, discounts to attractions, open-air rooftop pool, and, of course, the casino.
Room prices start at $54 per night.
Circus Circus Hotel, Casino & Theme Park
Guests noted the following advantages: 3-star hotel, budget rooms, developed infrastructure with everything you need so you won’t have to leave the hotel building unless you want to. The hotel has free breakfasts, a large number of cafés and stores, and an entertainment center for kids. The nearest public transportation stop (monorail) is across the street from the hotel.
Room prices start at $59 per night.
Luxor
Guests noted the following advantages: the hotel’s external appearance—the hotel building is designed in the style of an Egyptian pyramid and the interior decor corresponds to this esthetic concept; 4 pools, evening shows, a Titanic museum, excellent location—you can get here from the airport in less than 10 minutes. There is everything you need near the hotel: shops, monorail stops, and parking spaces.
Room prices start at $82 per night.
The Venetian Resort Las Vegas
Guests noted the following advantages: spacious rooms and the hotel’s large grounds. The hotel building has 19 restaurants, 4 bars, three pools, and more than 80 boutiques. In addition to the casino, one of the hotel’s main attractions is its canals with real Venetian gondolas.
Room prices start at $298 per night.
Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino
Guests noted the following advantages: the hotel’s large grounds, open-air pool, terrace, a large number of restaurants and bars, and, of course, the casino. The hotel has six tennis courts, automobile rentals, a free parking lot, and a monorail stop nearby.
Please note that smoking is allowed everywhere in the hotel.
Room prices start at $171 per night.
Excalibur
Guests noted the following advantages: from outside; the Excalibur Hotel looks like a fairytale castle. Inside, guests will find open-air pools with water slides and a bowling alley. Musical shows are held in the lounge area every evening.
Room prices start at $92 per night.
Miami Beach
The city’s main airport
Taxi apps
- Lyft
- Uber
Prices
- The average cost of lunch in a café ≈ $9
- The average cost of lunch in a restaurant is $12
- The average price of a cup of coffee ≈ $3.93
Metro fare
- Cost of one trip is $2.25
- Cost of an unlimited 1-day travel card is $5.65
- Cost of an unlimited 7-day travel card is $29.25
Popular business center
1680 Michigan Ave Suite 700, Miami Beach
Souvenirs to take home
- Cigars from Cigar Boutique of Little Havana
- Jams, honey, and other preserved goods from the Lincoln Road Farmers’ Market
- Alligator fang back massager from Everglades Safari Park Gift Shop
Top hotels in Miami Beach
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Guests noted the following advantages: the multiple bars, including a popular night club in Miami Beach with an open-air pool. It also has a private beach, tennis courts, a spa, and a fitness center. It’s suitable for families and pets are allowed.
Room prices start at $530 per night.
1 Hotel South Beach
Guests noted the following advantages: three open-air swimming pools, one of which is located on the roof, a health club, three restaurants, a 24-hour fitness center, a golf course, and parties on the weekends. The Bass Museum of Art and the Botanical Garden are nearby.
Room prices start at $1,109 per night.
W South Beach
Guests noted the following advantages: beachfront hotel, the shopping district on Collins Avenue, and the shopping street Lincoln Road are within walking distance. The hotel has a night club, several bars, two open-air pools, and a spa. Pets are allowed for an additional fee.
Room prices start at $1,104 per night.
Red South Beach Hotel
Guests noted the following advantages: suitable for those who like a quiet holiday, budget prices for rooms, open-air pool, bar, and a fitness center. The hotel is suitable for business events, conferences, and presentations. The beach Lummus Park, Bass Museum of Art, and the Botanical Garden are nearby.
Room prices start at $133 per night.
We’ll tell you about San Francisco, Chicago, Orlando, and Boston in the second part of our guide to the USA.
