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Some people want to travel to the United States (US), but now it is harder.
Countries like Canada, France, Germany, and the UK give new advice. They say:
“If you want to visit the US, be careful. The rules are different now.”
The US asks more questions when you enter. For example, you must say if you are male or female.
Because of these new rules, some people don’t want to visit the US. They hear stories about problems at the border. Some people are stopped or delayed. Some airports have problems too.
So, many people now ask:
“If I don’t go to the US, where else can I go?”
This article gives you some great places that feel like the US, but are in other countries.
If You Love New York City… Try Toronto
New York City (NYC) is a big, busy city in the US. Many people love it.
But Toronto, in Canada, is also a big and fun city. It is smaller than NYC, but it is similar in many ways.
In movies and TV shows, Toronto sometimes looks like New York. Why? Because it has tall buildings, many people, and lots of things to do.
In Toronto, you can:
Go to High Park – like Central Park in NYC.
See the CN Tower – like the Empire State Building.
Eat famous Canadian food like poutine, not pizza.
Visit museums, galleries, and shops.
Toronto has people from many countries.
It is safe, friendly, and full of culture.
It is a great place to visit if you like the energy of New York City.
If You Like Cowboy Culture… Try Argentina
Many people like cowboy stories and shows. Cowboys are very famous in the USA.
But Argentina also has cowboy culture. In Argentina, cowboys are called gauchos.
Gauchos live in the countryside. They ride horses and take care of animals. They enjoy life outside and cook meat on fire.
You can visit a farm in Argentina called an estancia. Here, you can ride horses, eat traditional food, and learn about gaucho life. One famous farm is Estancia Los Potreros. Guests there live with the family and join all the daily activities.
The owner says:
“Our guests are part of our family.
They eat, ride, and relax with us.”
So, if you like cowboys, but can’t go to the USA, Argentina is a great place to visit.
If You Want to See the Grand Canyon… Try Montenegro
The Grand Canyon is a big and beautiful canyon in the USA.
Many people want to see it.
But there is another amazing canyon in Montenegro.
It is called the Tara River Canyon.
The Tara River Canyon is the deepest canyon in Europe.
It has blue water, green trees, and tall mountains.
People go there to:
Hike in the forest
Swim or fish in the river
Go rafting (a water sport)
It is not crowded like the Grand Canyon.
The air is clean and the nature is quiet.
You can stay in small guesthouses and eat local food.
So, if you want to see beautiful nature,
but not visit the USA — Montenegro is a good choice!
If You Like New Orleans… Try Cartagena (Colombia)
New Orleans in the USA is famous for:
- music,
- parties,
- food,
and beautiful old buildings.
But if you can’t visit New Orleans,
you can try Cartagena, a city in Colombia.
Cartagena is next to the sea.
It has:
colorful houses,
music in the streets,
and very friendly people.
You can hear music like:
salsa,
cumbia,
and champeta – a fun, local style.
In Cartagena, people love to dance and enjoy life.
There are street shows and food everywhere.
The weather is warm and sunny.
You can walk in the old town, take photos, and try tasty food.
If you like fun, music, and culture,
Cartagena is a great place — just like New Orleans.
If You Want a Road Trip… Try South Africa
Many people love road trips in the USA. They drive cars and see nature, cities, and small towns.
But you can also take a road trip in South Africa. It is big, beautiful, and full of adventure.
One popular road trip is the Garden Route. It goes along the sea and takes 3 to 5 days.
On this road trip, you can:
See mountains and beaches
Visit forests and small towns
Watch animals like elephants and lions
Eat tasty food at local places
The roads are good, and many people speak English. You can drive, stop, take photos, and enjoy the view.
If you love long car trips and want something new, South Africa is a great choice!
Many people want to visit the United States, but sometimes it is hard or expensive.
The good news is — you can find places in other countries that feel like the USA!
You can:
- visit Toronto instead of New York City,
- go to Argentina for cowboy life,
- see a canyon in Montenegro,
- dance in Cartagena,
- and drive through South Africa.
These places are fun, safe, and beautiful. They can give you a great travel experience — even if you don’t go to the USA.
Travel is about learning and enjoying. And there are many amazing places in the world!
Source: bbc.com
Vocabulary for the Article
Travel – To go from one place to another.
Example: I love to travel to new cities.
Trip – A short journey or vacation.
Example: We took a trip to the mountains.
Map – A picture that shows places.
Example: I used a map to find the hotel.
Backpack – A bag you carry on your back.
Example: My backpack has clothes and water.
Tourist – A person who visits new places.
Example: Many tourists visit Paris.
City – A big town.
Example: London is a famous city.
Hotel – A place to sleep when you travel.
Example: We stayed in a small hotel.
Guide – A person who shows you around.
Example: Our guide told us about the history.
Photo – A picture taken with a camera.
Example: She took many photos on the trip.
Learn – To get new knowledge or skills.
Example: I want to learn about other cultures.
Street – A road in a city or town.
Example: The streets were full of people.
Culture – The way people live in a place.
Example: I learned about Italian culture.
Explore – To look around and find new things.
Example: I want to explore the old city.
Food – Something we eat.
Example: I tried new food in Thailand.
Plane – A flying vehicle for travel.
Example: We went by plane to Spain.
Ticket – A paper or digital pass to travel.
Example: I bought a train ticket online.
Bag – Something to carry things in.
Example: My bag was light and easy to carry.
Country – A nation like France or Japan.
Example: I want to visit a new country.
Safe – Not dangerous.
Example: This city is very safe for travelers.
Easy – Not hard to do.
Example: This is an easy trip for beginners.