Travel and accommodation in the USA

Although over eight hours away by plane, the USA remains within easy reach of the British medical tourist, thanks to a huge choice of regular flights to the major cities. The price of these flights will vary widely depending on the season, for example, popular flights to Florida during the school summer holidays, and flights to New York for Christmas shopping, will naturally be more expensive. The timing of national holidays in the USA will also influence flight prices, and since these are different to UK holidays, you should always check before you decide on your dates.

A typical return flight to New York can be found for around £299 if you are flexible on timing and are prepared to shop around on the internet. USA flight costs will vary in line with fluctuations in the sterling/dollar exchange rates, so it could also be worth watching the markets when planning your medical tourism visit.

Most major UK airports will offer direct flights to several USA destinations, though there is generally a wider choice of flights from London Gatwick and Heathrow. Direct flights can also be found to other major cities, such as Los Angeles, Miami and San Francisco, with other cities, such as Newark and Chicago acting as hubs where you can make connections right across the USA.

Due to the vast size of the USA, internal flights are the norm, and these are plentiful and affordable, with prices kept in check by the many low cost operators competing for your business.

Rail and coach travel are also a great way to travel within the USA, with legendary names such as Amtrak and Greyhound Coaches giving you the opportunity to see a little more of this vast and ever changing country than you would ever get from the air. If you have the time and money to take a more leisurely approach to your travel arrangements, you will find yourself amply rewarded with a true view of the USA.

Driving is also a hugely popular way to get around the USA, with many leading hire car providers offering one way rentals to cut the cost and time of your trip. Many of the most established routes across the USA have become attractions in their own right, such as the famous Route 66 and California’s Pacific Coast Highway along the magnificent Big Sur coastline. Motel accommodation is widely available along these routes making touring easy to plan.

Within cities in the USA, you’ll find a range of hotels to suit every budget, along with clean and efficient local transport systems, such as New York’s famous Subway, or LA’s Metro. A ride in a famous New York yellow cab too is almost obligatory.

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