Become a member of Visit USA and enjoy many exclusive benefits & assistance with the promotion of your US product, PLUS the opportunity to participate in exciting Visit USA Seminars and events across Australia throughout the year!
JOIN NOWVisit USA (Australia) Organisation is a voluntary body that promotes travel to the United States of America. Planning a trip to the USA is easy using the information available from this site. Our interactive map provides direct access to Visitor information for each of the States and our Visit USA Organisation Member Companies can provide information right here in Australia. They offer a range of vacation or business travel options by accessing their websites or contacting their offices direct.
Visit USA provides a central “one-stop shop” for USA travel trade information making it easy for Australian travel agents to stay up-to-date with all things USA.
Our co-ordinated Travel Partnerships are working to enhance and support your marketing strategies by proactively promoting travel to the USA.
Use our suite of US promotional assets to elevate your marketing potential
WHAT'S NEW IN MEMPHIS
Known for its great times, great food, and great history, Memphis is also rapidly becoming known for its great hotels. A swath of new hotels opened their doors since the last time Australians were able to set foot on Memphis soil, and they are as cool as you’d expect from the city of blues, soul, and rock n roll.
More information: www.memphistravel.com/memphis-hotels
WHAT'S NEW ON THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS
To manage the flow of visitors, reduce environmental impacts, preserve the beautiful land for future generations and to make your holiday experience as enjoyable as possible, many parks, preserves and hiking trails have implemented reservation systems.
Pre-book to visit the following:
Diamond Head State Monument – Oahu
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve – Oahu
Sunrise at Haleakala National Park – Maui
Waianapanapa State Park – Maui
Haena State Park – Kauai
Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge & Lighthouse – Kauai
More information: www.gohawaii.com/trip-planning Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
WHAT'S NEW IN COLORADO
Colorado’s self-guided stargazing tour added three new locations to its roster. In addition to the original seven locations, Colorado Stargazing now includes Gunnison, Ridgway and Nucla, Naturita and Norwood. All of these locations are home to an International Dark-Sky Designated Place or are designated themselves, with Great Sand Dunes National Park, Dinosaur National Monument and Jackson Lake State Park listed as Dark Sky Parks in the past few years and Ridgway as an International Dark Sky Community.
More information: www.colorado.com/coloradostargazing @vVisit Colorado
Anaheim Assembles Its Australian All-Stars!
As one of the most visited US destinations for Australian travellers, Visit Anaheim has re-affirmed its commitment to the Australian market by appointing its first local representative in over 5 years. Friend of Visit Anaheim, and former Disney Destinations Australia Cast Member – Michael Cassis – will lead Australian based initiatives.
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WHAT'S NEW WITH ROCKY MOUNTAINEER
Let your clients discover the American Southwest onboard Rocky Mountaineer’s newest route, Rockies to the Red Rocks. Vast canyons, inspiring deserts, natural archways, and enchanting hoodoos are just the beginning on this stunning rail route filled with highlights best seen by train.
More information: www.rockymountaineer.com/train-routes/rockies-red-rocks Rocky Mountaineer
WHAT'S NEW IN PARK CITY
This year, Park City has welcomed Pendry Park City to its accommodation scene. Nestled at the base of Canyons Village, it joins a slew of high-profile openings from 2021 including YotelPAD Park City, Goldener Hirsch Residences in Deer Valley and AC Hotel by Marriott Park City.
2022 has also seen Park City focus on its sustainability initiatives; the town currently has some of the most ambitious climate goals in North America, which include having net-zero carbon impact and running on 100 per cent renewable electricity by 2022 for city operations and by 2030 for the entire community.
More information: www.visitparkcity.com/australia Visit Park City
WHAT'S NEW IN NEW YORK STATE
Travelling to New York State from Australia is about to become even easier, thanks to Air New Zealand’s new direct flight between Auckland and New York City (JFK). Launching 17 September 2022, it will operate three times per week with convenient connection times between Australia and Auckland and will allow Aussies to readily explore highlights in the Big Apple and beyond (like the Finger Lakes, Buffalo and Niagara Falls [pictured below], the Catskills and more). Bookings for the AKL-JFK flight are open now!
For more information on New York State, visit iloveny.com. I LOVE NEW YORK
WHAT'S NEW AT THE US DISNEY PARKS & RESORTS
New to Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, help the Guardians of the Galaxy as they battle to save the world at EPCOT’s brand new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind attraction. Over at Disneyland Resort in California, you can now suit-up to join your favourite Super Heroes at Avengers Campus as they train the next generation of recruits, featuring a new Spider-Man attraction, and delicious super-sized and super-shrunk treats.
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WHAT'S NEW IN FORT WORTH
The new John Wayne and American Experience, offers an intimate look at the life of John Wayne. Visit Fort Worth
More Information: johnwayne.com/experience
WHAT'S NEW IN DALLAS
Blues Alley in the historical neighbourhood of Deep Ellum. This immersive mural experience highlights the history & influence of Deep Ellum’s musicians through the lens of today’s talented local artists
More information: www.deepellumtexas.com/deep-ellum-blues-alley/ Visit Dallas
WHAT'S NEW IN SAN DIEGO
San Diego is home to a diverse and vibrant cultural scene that has recently seen a cultural renaissance with several new and renovated, high-profile art institutions. From the revamped reopening of the Museum of Contemporary San Diego Art’s La Jolla location to The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park, an instantly iconic outdoor music venue, San Diego is increasingly providing unique experiences for arts and culture lovers to explore.
Visit San Diego
Annnnnnd that’s a wrap on Visit USA Expo Week 2022!
Agents and exhibitors alike filed into The Fullerton Hotel yesterday to come together to celebrate all things USA at the Sydney Visit USA Expo.
The Expo kicked off with a warm welcome from Visit USA President Caroline Davidson, then celebrity MC Richard Reid took the reins and launched the Expo in style!
Thanks for a great night! 🤩👏🇺🇸
Awesome week!! Thanks for having Travel Nevada Visit USA Australia! Looking forward to the next one ❤️🤍💙
So fantastic team Visit USA Australia!
Last night, the Visit USA Expo took Melbourne by storm!
It was a night of sharing the latest news direct from the USA, of ear-to-ear grins from the lucky prizewinners, and delicious food, thanks to Visit Dallas.
My first post-COVID function and so glad it was this one!! Thanks for an amazing night Visit USA and an even bigger thanks to all those who made the trek "down under" :)
Great night! Thank you
Awesome. We want to Welcome All Y’all to the South
Tina Lockwood Kathy Labbozzetta Cynthia Williams this looks great. Looking forward to tonight! 🇺🇸😀
How come Brisbane didn’t get cowboy hats!!!!
Such a fun night! 🥂
Fabulous!
Love it!
Visit USA kicked off the 2022 Visit USA Expo Series in Brisbane last night and it was a smashing hit, with Richard Reid returning to MC the evening and over 150 agents joining 30 exhibitors for an evening of USA education, updates and complete entertainment.
Thanks. Great roadshow again :)
SOUTHERN USA ROAD TRIP GUIDE
Experience a mix of charming towns and vibrant metropolitan communities, local culinary delights, rich music, and true southern hospitality. Ranging from 4 days to 2 weeks (or merge them together for an even longer adventure) these specially designed itineraries have been created to highlight the close proximity of a diverse range of experiences around the South.
Drive past idyllic pastures or along winding roads in the Great Smoky Mountains. Take in the lush scenery along the 1,932-kilometer Coast Highway, which spans from the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains to ocean beaches. Enjoy hospitality in small towns, and delve into music history. The possibilities are endless.
We can’t wait to welcome your clients on an open road across our states to experience the authentic southern charm of Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and West Virginia.
More information: travelsouth.visittheusa.com/
OKLAHOMA
Get your kicks on more than 400 miles of Route 66 in Oklahoma. The nation's longest driveable stretch of Route 66 cuts through Oklahoma, making its way past charming towns, roadside diners and quirky attractions. Experience Oklahoma City, Tulsa and authentic hometowns along the Mother Road where you'll meet friendly people and find unique shopping and dining opportunities.
With the headquarters of 39 American Indian nations based in the state and a total of 67 Native American nations having called Oklahoma home, the strong heritage and culture that has come with these is very much a part of Oklahoma’s identity today.
Take to the road to experience Route 66, Music Trails and the Heartland of America. To plan a visit and design the ultimate Oklahoma road trip visit www.TravelOK.com.
Really enjoyed the presentation last night. So many things to do in this state.
2023 RATES AND DISCOUNTS FROM CRUISE AMERICA
The wild places and open spaces of the USA are just waiting for the return of Australian visitors and there is no better way to explore this great country than in a Cruise America RV. We offer a choice of 4 vehicle types and availability for Summer 2023 and beyond with fantastic rates including our very popular locations of San Francisco, Los Angeles and Las Vegas along with fantastic advanced booking discounts of up to 15% off the nightly rate. You will also have even more choice of where to rent our vehicles with the recent addition of 8 new international location spread across the country, offering unrivalled flexibility to your travel plans.
Please contact your local tour operator or travel agent for latest rates, availability and how to book.
REWRITE YOUR COLORADO BUCKET LIST
As summer arrives in Colorado, the centennial state has even more adventures, experiences and accommodation options:
For road trippers looking to make a lighter impact exploring by electric vehicle, an eighth Colorado Scenic and Historic Byway was recently certified as a Colorado Electric Byway. Colorado is committed to electrifying all 26 byways over the coming years.
Colorado is home to eight International Dark Sky Parks and five International Dark Sky Communities, many of which were newly designated within the last year. Colorado’s self-guided stargazing tour added three new locations in preparation for the summer travel season.
President Biden signed the Amache National Historic Site Act in spring 2022, designating the Amache site in Granada as the first location to join the National Park System during the Administration. This National Historic Site designation will protect and help tell the history of Japanese American incarceration during World War II.
New accommodation spans from Thompson Denver , the Hyatt brand’s first hotel in Colorado, to The Pad Hotel/Hostel in Silverthorne, a brand-new boutique hotel/hostel located along the Blue River, sustainably constructed with 18 shipping containers. The Pad will be the first Certified B Corporation for a Colorado-based lodging company.
For more information, see www.colorado.com. Visit Colorado
Tauck
TAUCK ADDS PRIVATE VISIT TO ELVIS' GRACELAND MANSION
With the new Tom Hanks film “Elvis” hitting movie screens in the coming days, and with the late singer’s Graceland home also celebrating its 40th anniversary hosting public tours this month, Tauck has announced that guests on its “Life on the Mississippi” cruise-tour will enjoy a private after-hours tour of the Memphis mansion and grounds.
Tauck guests will enjoy an uncrowded, hour-long tour of the Presley mansion and grounds, and the Graceland visit is just the latest example of the kinds of exclusive experiences Tauck offers around the world.
More information available: www.tauck.com.au/tours/mississippi-river-cruise
