Comprehensive Update: Planning a Trip to the US West Coast from Singapore
🔑 Key Highlights:
- Singaporeans planning a trip to the US West Coast can consider driving from LA to Monterey, Yosemite, and SF, with options for day trips to nearby attractions.
- Those entering Canada by land with a Singaporean passport and valid US ESTA do not need an ETA, but do if entering by air.
- Tips for navigating US airports, transportation, and tourist spots have been shared by forum members.
- Recommended activities and attractions include visiting Napa, Tomales, Point Reyes Station, Santa Cruz, and the North Bay area.
- The best coverage for phone networks in the US is currently provided by T-Mobile.
💡 Main Discussion Points:
- Planning a road trip along the US West Coast, including drives from Yosemite to Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz to SF.
- Recommendations for day trips in the North Bay area, including visits to Tomales, Point Reyes Station, and Santa Cruz.
- Discussions on the best phone network coverage in the US, with T-Mobile emerging as the top choice.
- Tips for navigating US airports, including choosing the right airport and transportation options.
📋 Important Details:
- When entering Canada by land, Singaporeans with a valid US ESTA do not need an ETA, but do if entering by air. (Source: Official Canadian government website)
- Enable overseas transactions in the Trust Bank app before using it in the US.
- T-Mobile has the best coverage in the US, even better than Verizon.
- Flight 4317 from LAS to SFO is known to be punctual.
- Consider alternative airports in the LA area, such as Burbank, John Wayne/Orange County, or Long Beach.
- Use Uber or Lyft instead of taxis to get from the airport to the hotel in Las Vegas.
💭 Community Insights:
- Some forum members recommend visiting Napa, but note that it may not be worth it if you don’t drink.
- Others suggest visiting Santa Cruz, a surfing town with a nice atmosphere.
- Forum members also recommend visiting the Charles M Schulz Museum in Santa Rosa for Peanuts fans.
⚠️ Things to Note:
- Be aware of jet lag and plan accordingly when arriving in the US.
- Be cautious when using taxis in Las Vegas, as they may take the long route to rip off visitors.
- Some driving routes may involve long hours, so consider splitting them up over multiple days.
- Double-check the opening hours and schedules for attractions to avoid disappointments.