I'm from third world, going to america next month, planning to do a road trip from orlando and ending at boston, I have nothing planned besides the entry and exit point. Where should I go that is not a tourist trap? I like small cities, sightseeing, and meeting nice, old folks to talk and exchange life experiences. Is the new england region good?

I'm going with my fiancee and we have 4k american dollars (nothing paid yet except the rented car) to spend in 11 days. Is it viable to "walk-in" road motels or should I try to book them beforehand?
I really appreciate any tips, it is my first time doing a roadtrip in a foreign country and I'm kinda anxious
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>>2807411 (OP)
>from orlando and ending at boston
Are you Brazilian?
>Is it viable to "walk-in" road motels or should I try to book them beforehand?
The thing with those places is that you at least want to verify that they're allowed on booking sites or they could be total crack dens

OP here, I also forgot to mention that flight tickets are also already paid

>>2807417
Yes, huehue here. I thought crack and gang shit were exclusivity of big cities, is this a real thing I should worry?
Actually, the only big cities I *need* to visit are NYC (my girl idolize that place because of decades of american sitcom brainswashing) and Boston (airport).
I'm also kinda worried that 4k will not be enough, despite ChatGPT telling me all I need is 150/day plus gas money

>>2807411 (OP)
You better have your hotel+return tickets handy to show the border agent, 4k is more than enough for 11 days with hotels. Just stay in Extended stays, no thrill places but good enough to rest in.

You basically have to have hotels booked and return ticket shown for entry coming from turd world, this isn't the biden era wave em through era anymore

>>2807420
Isn't the rented car contract + exit plane tickets enough? Damn, you just made me even more nervous. Also, I've checked this extended stay, is this 80-150 price range the norm? I thought you could get rooms for like 30 bucks or something lol

Appreciate your help anons

>>2807423
4K excluding air fare should be enough, but it won't be comfortable.

Since your flights aren't both on the same booking, they will probably give you more shit. As long as you're not doing anything illegal, they'll let you through.

>>2807419
>I thought crack and gang shit were exclusivity of big cities, is this a real thing I should worry?
I've been to Brazil several times anon, they're not usually dangerous like that, just some of those cheap highway motels can be extremely shitty places where drug addicts live and other sketchy shit happens, but the risk is more theft of stuff from your car or crazy/homeless people than real Brazil style violence. The bad places won't usually be allowed on booking sites though, that's why it's better to at least look for the place online.

>all I need is 150/day plus gas money
>NYC
I don't think you'll even be able to find anywhere to stay in NYC for that price

>>2807423
>sn't the rented car contract + exit plane tickets enough?
A rental car and exit ticket without a return looks like you're going to run pedro.

Book your hotel at some cheap place like extended stay, Motel 6, or Days Inn. You shouldn't be planning more than 6hrs of driving per leg / day to account for traffic and actually see shit. Lacking proof of a return ticket is actually the most detrimental thing here, you could just show them your first night hotel booking and be good.

150/day is bare minimum but yeah, also "going to see my Fiancee" to a sanctuary city is highly sus, good luck getting through Orlando

>>2807441
I think I will try and buy a few extra dollars then, just in case, it is not like I will lose it if I underspend (im not sure this word is real)
>>2807443
got it, I will stay clear of sketchy motels, and will try to talk my girl out of visiting NYC if my finances get into a dire situation
>>2807445
Maybe I wasn't clear, but I do have return tickets from Boston back to Brazil, and yes, I was planning to drive 5 hours max/day

And don't get me wrong, but I've been to US 3 times now, and both me and her have a good paying job (for BR standards, of course), not everyone is trying to do illegal shit, we are just antecipating our honeymoon, I really hope we won't have problems getting in

Could you guys point good places to visit? What are some nice cities to visit at the new england region?

>>2807411 (OP)
I like Savannah, Charleston, Cape Hatteras, DC, Virginia State parks, and Flushing Chinatown.

Washington DC is good for you because all the museums are free. Definitely stop off in Savannah and Charleston. Annapolis Maryland is a cool a stop. You could cruise across from Annapolis to the shore and take the Cape May Ferry across to Cape May. That's an amazing little beach town. Stay there a night. Newport Rhode Island would be a cool town to stay in. You could hit Cape Cod too.

>>2807449
New England? Boston, Cape Cod, Burlington.

>>2807458
Between Charleston and Savannah, whats would you choose?
>>2807477
Good to know about DC, I really enjoy museums, will def check there, wll also see Cape May, never head of it but looks gorgeous
>>2807488
What about Montpelier?

Also, what is the best app to find hotels in US?

>>2807598
>Also, what is the best app to find hotels in US?
Booking or Agoda should be fine, I think, I don't actually travel in the US that much

Beware you get raided by ICE soldiers. Know you can get sustained at the airport for up to 18 days. There was a foreigner with all legal documents and still was send to alligator Alcatraz. My recommendation, stay away from the USA as far as possible.

>>2807598
I'd probably pick Charleston

>>2807411 (OP)
You can do 11 days in Florida alone.
Your going to spend 2-3 days driving.
My advice split the trip in the middle: either do the north or the south

I recommend the North; Philly, NYC, Boston.

Altho with 4k, those are expensive. Do you want tropical instead?

> I like small cities, sightseeing, and meeting nice, old folks to talk and exchange life experiences.
Interesting.

>>2807419
>I'm also kinda worried that 4k will not be enough, despite ChatGPT telling me all I need is 150/day plus gas money
Your concerns are valid.
4k is probably enough, emphasis on probably.
If you go to NYC with a girl, watch out

>>2807411 (OP)
Your doing it wrong btw.
People make money in America where it pays more, and spend it overseas where it goes more.
You did the reverse.

Thanks for the suggestions, guys. I made a makeshift intinerary along my fiancee and asked chat-gpt to summarize it: "

1. **September 26: New York City**
- **Accommodation**: Overnight in New York City.
- **Highlights**: Explore Times Square at night, enjoy a special dinner, and get a taste of the Big Apple.

2. **September 27: New York City to Brattleboro, VT (2h30 drive)**
- **Morning Activities**: Visit Central Park, Grand Central Terminal, or the High Line.
- **Accommodation**: Overnight in Brattleboro.
- **Highlights**: A quaint literary town with peaceful vibes, yellow autumn leaves, and poetic cafés.

3. **September 28: Brattleboro to Stowe, VT (2h drive)**
- **Accommodation**: Overnight in Stowe.
- **Highlights**: Stunning autumnal landscapes, colorful mountains, and a cozy atmosphere.

4. **September 29: Stowe to Portsmouth, NH (2h30 drive)**
- **Accommodation**: Overnight in Portsmouth.
- **Highlights**: A charming colonial coastal village with European-style streets.

5. **September 30: Portsmouth to Cape Cod (2h30 drive)**
- **Accommodation**: Overnight in Cape Cod.
- **Highlights**: Dunes, lighthouses, seaside cottages, and a romantic sunset.

6. **October 1: Cape Cod to Boston (1h30 drive)**
- **Accommodation**: Overnight in Boston.
- **Highlights**: A vibrant city with deep historical roots, perfect for a farewell dinner.

7. **October 2: Boston (Departure)**
- **Departure**: Early morning hotel checkout (around 5:30-6:00 AM) for an 8:00 AM flight.
- **Summary**: End the journey with a full heart, a gallery of photos, and magical memories.

**Additional Notes**:
- The itinerary emphasizes short, comfortable driving distances.
- Focuses on smaller, welcoming towns for a cozy and charming experience.
- New York City is included as a concentrated, budget-conscious urban highlight.
- The overall vibe is one of warmth, charm, and light-hearted exploration."

What do you guys think about it?

>>2807816
I just noticed chatgpt screwed up, cut the first half and made up dates. But first half is:

Orlando > Savannah > Asheville > Stauton > DC > Cape May > NYC

>>2807687
Yeah, I may change my mind and go to Charleston instead of Savannah
>>2807807
I've been to florida two times now, that is why I'm just using it as entry point. I'd rather explore the north more, specially because I'm 24/7 on tropical mode here in Brazil, but I understand it is more expensive.

>>2807808
She really wants to see 4 things: times square, central park, some gay shit museum or something based on Friends (the tv series) and a Broadway play (something I have no idea how much will cost), but due to time and money constraints I will most likely need to talk her out of one or two of them.

Thanks agains for all the replies, I'd rather trust random anons than literal shills from "specialized " travel websites

>>2807817
You couldnt just google the tickets?

My first time taking a look and holy shit what the fuck. If you thought holywood was bad with its high budget sequels and remasters. This shit is even worse. Horribly worse globalhomo.

I suggest you go watch a movie at the nyc amc Lincoln square 13. Imax with lasers. It's one of the biggest screens in the world at 97 by 75 feet. That's not an experience even most americans have access too. Unfortunately only one movie "weapons" is playing on it. Take a look https://www.amctheatres.com/showtimes/134686342/seats you know its true imax when you look at the seats. This thing has like 400 seats in it while your average imax/dolby vision only has 30 or so.
Here is the link https://www.amctheatres.com/movie-theatres/new-york-city/amc-lincoln-square-13/showtimes?date=2025-08-07 you need to take a look at which movies have it. And for you day. Fantastic four also has playings in it.

>>2807817
Amc will be way cheaper too. $40 budget (buy some candies in 7/11 or something) instead of $200 or whatever the fuck

>>2807817
> She really wants to see 4 things
You doing Empire state? You want to go somewhere high to see the city. The basement restaurant was excellent.
Take the Ferry; I found it charming. Its just a free boatride nothing special but nice.
Central Park is nice; if youre looking for chill there it is.
> some gay shit museum
The MET? It was cool

What you really need in NYC is an open mindset. Contrast it with DC; national monuments & well defined exhibits. in NYC you need to find some random. We went to a comedy show that was cool.

>>2807816
New England can be pretty glum, especially if the autumn is cold and rainy. Sudden frosts at the end of a wet summer produce the best fall foliage.

>>2808376
>Take the Ferry; I found it charming. Its just a free boatride nothing special but nice
This is good OP, the Staten Island ferry goes past the statue of liberty and has cool views of the city

>>2807411 (OP)
If you really want to get off the beaten path you can visit Maryland's eastern shore, particularly the town of St. Michael's

Be extra careful around ZOGbots in the unlucky case you attract their attention. They are all on edge nowadays.

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