I second the advice to eat as much small, local restaurants as possible. That’s where all the really good food is.
Yep. Spend some time meeting people too. There is so much variety in the US that people watching is really interesting. Each region has it’s own flavor.
Each state has a unique weather and climate system. We have everything from temparate forests to desert to the tropics. It’s a huge country. If you went to the Pacific Northwest then you would probably feel like you are back in the UK. Though it is slightly warmer here.
OK, You HAVE to trust me on this. In S. California, mostly San Diego last I checked, there is a small local chain called Rubio’s. Order the Fish Taco, heck order two. Get them grilled or fried, doesn’t matter.
I know it sounds gross (and maybe a little naughty) but is legit and truly the most wonderful thing you will ever eat. I swear I could eat my weight in them. No small task mind you.
Eat Seafood in the Northeast, steak in the Midwest, Cuban Food in Florida, BBQ in the South through Texas, Chinese food in San Fran or Chicago, Salmon in the Northwest, Mexican and Phillipino, in California.
See Indian Reservations, Amish communities, Civil War Sites, drive through the Smokey Mountains and the Rockey Mountains, see the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone, go to Las Vegas while it still exists. So much to do.
Jack N the Box is everywhere. Not really worth going out of your way to get to one.
[quote]pparris wrote:
OK, You HAVE to trust me on this. In S. California, mostly San Diego last I checked, there is a small local chain called Rubio’s. Order the Fish Taco, heck order two. Get them grilled or fried, doesn’t matter.
I know it sounds gross (and maybe a little naughty) but is legit and truly the most wonderful thing you will ever eat. I swear I could eat my weight in them. No small task mind you.
Eat Seafood in the Northeast, steak in the Midwest, Cuban Food in Florida, BBQ in the South through Texas, Chinese food in San Fran or Chicago, Salmon in the Northwest, Mexican and Phillipino, in California.
See Indian Reservations, Amish communities, Civil War Sites, drive through the Smokey Mountains and the Rockey Mountains, see the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone, go to Las Vegas while it still exists. So much to do.
Jack N the Box is everywhere. Not really worth going out of your way to get to one.
Have fun in the US.[/quote]
I’m from San Diego!!! Home of the Original and First Rubios! oh I love this place and I love the fish tacos. Get the Pesky Especial! if you like avocado. It freaks me out that some east coasters and folks from other places don’t like avocado.
If you come to San Diego you can see it all. Beaches, mountains, forest, swamp, grassland, desert and too many tourist things to count.
I have no idea what you should buy. Make sure to take plenty of pictures.
Fresca… you must try Fresca soda. It’s my favorite.
We also have Arrogant Bastard Ale from Stone Brew Company here in Carlsbad. You can take a tour.
Tons of wineries in Temecula.
The San Diego Zoo, best zoo in the world.
Sea World, (I liked old Sea World better) but still very cool.
Legoland
Raging waters
Dude’s not going to make it, we won’t hear from him again.
Suicide in the center of the country I guarantee it. He’ll never have seen anything like the breadbasket of America before in his life and will never again. AHAHAHAHAHAH. The first part of your trip, and the last part of your trip will be the highlights. That middle third of the trip is the shit suicides are made of, especially if you’re driving.