26 days in United States Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

Kids will appreciate attractions like American Museum of Natural History and Bronx Zoo. Explore hidden gems such as Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park and Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum. Change things up with these side-trips from New York City: Camelbeach Mountain Waterpark (in Tannersville), Hyde Park (Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site & Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt) and Jenkinson's Boardwalk (in Point Pleasant Beach). There's lots more to do: admire the striking features of Grand Central Terminal, admire the masterpieces at Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, tour the pleasant surroundings at Bryant Park, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

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Hong Kong, China to New York City is an approximately 19-hour combination of flight and bus. You can also fly; or do a combination of flight, bus, subway, and train. The time zone difference moving from Hong Kong Time (HKT) to Eastern Standard Time (EST) is minus 13 hours. Traveling from Hong Kong in June, expect New York City to be little chillier, temps between 31°C and 21°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can go by car to Las Vegas.

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.

Step off the beaten path and head to The Mob Museum and Forum Shops at Caesars Palace. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and Bodies The Exhibition. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Las Vegas: Hoover Dam (in Boulder City) and Lion Habitat Ranch (in Henderson). Spend the 15th (Sat) riding across the waves with a waterskiing or jet-skiing adventure. The adventure continues: admire the local landmark of Bellagio Fountains, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, see the interesting displays at Counts Kustoms, and enjoy some diversion at The Range 702.

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You can drive from New York City to Las Vegas in 41 hours. Another option is to take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from New York City to Las Vegas. When traveling from New York City in June, plan for much hotter days and a bit warmer nights in Las Vegas: temperatures range from 46°C by day to 29°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to go by car to New York City.

Step off the beaten path and head to Ponquogue Beach and T.R. Gallo West Strand Park. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Central Park and Cupsogue Beach County Park. You'll find plenty of places to visit near New York City: Sam's Point Preserve (in Cragsmoor), G. Steve Jordan Gallery (in New Paltz) and Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park (in Poughkeepsie). Explore New York City further: browse the exhibits of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, pause for some photo ops at 9/11 Memorial, enjoy breathtaking views from Top of the Rock, and do a tasting at Bedell Cellars.

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Traveling by car from Las Vegas to New York City takes 41 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. You'll lose 3 hours traveling from Las Vegas to New York City due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Las Vegas, expect cooler days and slightly colder nights in New York City, ranging from highs of 31°C to lows of 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.