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Have America’s border protection staff become nicer in this post-COVID era?

My shocking arrival in the US:Border security was nice to me

Passing through the borders at US airports used to give me nightmares,but something seems to have changed. Or perhaps I have.

  • bySteve Madgwick
The recreated house from Pixar’s Up will be suspended in the air.

Airbnb recreates house from Up,launches series of iconic film stays

A replica of the floating house from Up,the 2009 animated Pixar film,will be suspended high in the air. It’s just one of a new collection of stays from iconic films.

  • byOrlando Mayorquín
Tip:BYO snacks.

Airline review:This is the ‘Toyota Corolla’ of airline seats

Thumbs-down for the delay and lack of refreshments. Thumbs-up for the short flight time.

  • byKristie Kellahan
Murals outside the Whale Museum.

The other San Juan

On the border of Canada and the United is an island of natural beauty,interesting history and incredible wildlife.

  • byCarrie Hutchinson
Staten Island ferry.

Ten great things you can do for free in New York

A billionaire’s playground,New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the world. Which is why it’s surprising there are so many free things to do.

  • byKristie Kellahan
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Casa Bonita is celebrating its 50th birthday this week.

The creators of South Park bought a restaurant and it’s impossible to get in

Trey Parker and Matt Stone bought their favourite place to celebrate birthdays during the pandemic. Now there’s a waiting list of 100,000.

  • byLiz Bond
Don’t get caught out by resort fees charged in US hotels.

Don’t get caught out by these hidden charges at US hotels

Beware when booking hotel rooms in America. You might be charged a hefty surprise fee on checkout in one of the industry’s most outrageous tricks.

  • byBrian Johnston
The Empire Builder traverses both the coastal Cascade Mountains and Rocky Mountains.

This could be the glorious future of travel in the US

Amtrak’s routes take in a marvellous array of scenery across the nation. Here are some tips to make the most of your trip on a long-distance Amtrak train.

  • byTim Richards
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Holiday guide
North America

Best of the US

It’s one of the biggest,brashest and most diverse countries on Earth. In this special Traveller guide you’ll find just some of America’s must-do highlights.

Korean food is thriving in the US.

Underrated America:25 restaurants that prove the US is a foodies’ paradise

The US food story is often overshadowed by its reputation for big portions,obesity,greasy burgers,tipping conundrums and sugar-filled staples,yet it’s home to some of the best food on the planet.

  • byTomé Morrissy-Swan