Danish Citizens can now visit America again

Recently some big news was announced, which was and are beneficial for Danish citizens, who wish to travel to the US. In November the US ended an international travel ban, which means that Europeans, are allowed to travel to the country again. It has been a long wait, and many people are excited and happy, they can finally go to the United States of America. Are you planning a trip to the US in the nearest future, you might find this article relevant? Please read carefully, as there might be some important information, you weren’t aware of.

1. First things first
Now, although it means seem tempting to just pack your bags, book the soonest flight and just go, there is something that you need to have in order to travel to the US. It is called ESTA. ESTA stands for Electronic System for Travel Authorization. The ESTA have to be obtained before traveling to the US. You can find more information regarding the ESTA USA in the link, as well as being able to apply for it through the website. It’s important to know, that the information in this article, is regarding Danish Citizens. If your nationality is different from this, it is important to know what rules apply for you and your citizenship.

2. How does your dream trip to the US look like?
If you have never ever had the pleasure of visiting this grand country, then there’s only one thing to say – GO! The United States of America is a paradise for nature, a huge mix of diversity and multiculturality and lots of interesting history and landmarks. Whether you’re planning on traveling for a long time, or a short time, there are places you just have to experience in the US.

3. So many national parks to explore
USA has 63 national parks and 420 national park sites. What you can experience, when visiting different ones, is the uniqueness of them all. Some of the very famous ones are Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park and Grand Canyon National Park. Zion is also very famous. The landscape varies, and you can experience canyons, mountains, thermal springs and much more. If you’re visiting Florida, make sure you go to Everglades National Park.

4. Spot a famous person
If you’re all about the glamour of Hollywood you’ve seen I movies and TV shows, then Los Angeles should be on the list. You can visit the famous Walk of Fame. Of course, a hike to the Hollywood sign is a must as well. If you’re curious about how movies are made, a trip to Universal Studios Hollywood, should be on your bucket list. The attractions have a theme park as well.

5. Go relax in Hawaii
If you’re dreaming of a holiday on a beautiful island, divine beaches and mind-blowing nature, then you should consider including Hawaii. These beautiful islands have so much to offer and could easily be the perfect end-destination to your US adventure. There’s plenty of islands to choose from, and if you’re not sure which one to choose, you could make the adventure even more fun with island-hopping.

5. The great campervan adventure
Maybe your dream is to feel free and drive around the US. This is not an uncommon way of traveling around the many states of America, and many people dream about this particular way of experiencing the country. There’s a lot of options for renting a car as well as a campervan. When you travel with a vehicle of any kind, is without doubt a completely different experience. So, if you wanna be close to nature and, wake up around it, you should definitely consider traveling around the US I am campervan. Campervans comes in different types and prices, depending on your budget, needs and how many people sleeping in it.

6. Get help with planning your trip
Planning a trip to the US, can be tricky for some people. If you’re limited on time, and want to see as much as possible, then planning can be very beneficial. Especially if you travel in high season, where one must be aware of high demands in booking. Some people enjoy the fun of planning their own trip, and some people find it extremely difficult. It can be a great idea to get some help with the planning of the trip to the US. There’s a lot of great travel agencies who can help customize your dream trip to USA.  Many travel agents have been travelling around the US and because of that, they can offer great personal experience and knowledge about the country. They can help you with a few things regarding your trip, or the whole trip. That is totally up to yourself. If you wanna know more about the country, you can also check if there’s a travel lecture about the US.

7. Take the kids on holiday
USA is a great country to explore with the kids. There’s lots of fun and entertaining experiences for the whole family. Florida is a kids-friendly state, with world famous amusement parks, wildlife and amazing beaches. The national parks and nature in general in the US, can also be very interesting for the kids. If you need more tips to a kids-friendly adventure in USA, I might be beneficial to talk with a travel agent who can provide you with great tips and advice about what to see and experience.

8. Good advice regarding your trip to US
As for everywhere in the world, it is always important to use your common sense when traveling. You’re not in your own country anymore, and this are different in many ways. Before you start your travels to the US, make sure your travel insurance has you covered in case of anything happening. It is important to have insurance when traveling. It’s also your own responsibility to keep updated about what’s going on on the destination you’re planning on visiting. Things can change quickly, and therefor you’re advised to read the travel advice from Udenrigsministeriet.




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