United States of America (USA) Travel & Emergency Guide

Emergency Numbers in United States of America (USA)

Key Travel Facts

Driving Rules & Speed Limits in United States of America (USA)

Toll & Vignette: Many bridges and turnpikes have tolls. Use rental electronic transponders (E-ZPass, SunPass, FasTrak) to avoid penalties.

Tipping & Etiquette

Recommendation: 18 to 22 percent customary and expected in restaurants and bars. Waitstaff rely on tips. Add your tip to the receipt or select the percentage on the card terminal.

• DO Leave a tip of at least 18–20% in restaurants.
• DO Respond politely to 'How are you?' with 'Good, thanks, and you?'.
• DO Keep personal space and line up politely in queues.
• DON'T Do not drink alcohol in public spaces or beaches (observe Open Container laws!).
• DON'T Never exit your vehicle during a traffic stop unless instructed (keep hands visible on steering wheel!).
• DON'T Avoid polarizing debates about politics, guns, or religion in casual social settings.

Power Sockets & Tap Water

Plug Type & Electricity: Type A & B (120V, 60Hz – travel adapter and voltage converter for 230V devices required!).

Tap Water: Drinkable in almost all areas, though often has a slight chlorine taste. Filtered or bottled water recommended for sensitive stomachs.

Insider Tip: A tip of 18–22% in restaurants is virtually mandatory as server base wages are low. Retail prices are always displayed without local sales tax!