Familie Fellner Wien - West Coast USA December2023

About the destination: San Francisco is a significant, vibrant, and cosmopolitan city in California. In San Francisco, the past and present merge to provide visitors with a memorable experience. From Mission Dolores, the city's first stone structure, or the city’s iconic cable cars to the technologically advanced Financial District. A journey to San Francisco is sure to leave you with remarkable memories. A boat tour is an excellent way to discover the “City by the Bay.” Explore Fisherman's Wharf, filled with stores, galleries, and restaurants serving tasty seafood. Take a walk along the Golden Gate and enjoy the views of the bay and the Pacific Ocean, visit the various maritime museums, and, of course, no trip to San Francisco is complete without a trip to Alcatraz, the island jail that once housed some of the nation’s most infamous criminals, such as Al Capone. If you're looking for a more laid-back atmosphere, pass through the grand architecture and flowing lagoon of the Palace of Fine Arts. The Transamerica Pyramid has become the city's most recognized landmark. The 260-meter tall pyramid structure is located in the center of the Financial District. Situated between three hills, San Francisco's Chinatown is the largest Chinese community outside Asia, with pagodas, colorful banners, decorated balconies, and Chinese characters blending with the sounds and exotic scents of this captivating area. The Painted Ladies are delightful Victorian wooden homes located on the edge of Alamo Square, and the Haas-Lilienthal House is a well-preserved gem from a past era. San Francisco thrives on diversity and has an infectious energy. This city is enchanting, and everyone should visit at least once.

About the destination: Las Vegas is the biggest city in the U.S. state of Nevada. Often referred to as the Entertainment Capital of the World or Sin City, it is located in the Mojave Desert and is encircled by arid mountains. Las Vegas is globally renowned for its combined casino-hotels and related entertainment. The city is home to numerous mega-hotel complexes, each meticulously decorated to create a fantastical atmosphere. Every hotel has a unique style, with special sights everywhere, and each hotel has its own casino. The majority of the hotel casinos are located in the city's downtown area, along The Las Vegas Strip. The Strip is a world unto itself. Where else can you visit Egypt, New York, Venice, Disneyland, Hollywood, and more all on one street? The truth is that all the action Las Vegas is known for happens on this single street. The Bellagio could be considered the unofficial center of the Strip, partly due to the free musical fountain shows that occur every half hour with varying choreography and music. The Bellagio is one of the more elegant venues with a beautiful flower garden and, for food lovers, it arguably offers one of the best buffets in town. The Venetian is another spot where one might spend more time due to its impressive attempt to recreate Venice in the desert. The main square of Venice is filled with gondolas navigating the water channels and opera singers entertaining their captive audience on board. The opposite end of the Strip, closest to the airport, begins with a humorous depiction of Egypt with its Luxor casino, despite the fact that there are no pyramids in Luxor. But in Las Vegas, anything is possible.

About the destination: Nicknamed the City of Angels, Los Angeles is a leading global hub for business, international trade, entertainment, culture, media, fashion, science, sports, technology, and education. Los Angeles boasts a diverse architectural landscape and its attractions are spread across a vast area. Downtown is a bustling urban center, a business district, and the home of the Grand Avenue cultural corridor. Everyone is familiar with Hollywood, and a visit to the Hollywood sign is a must when in Los Angeles, as well as the Hollywood Walk of Fame, where Hollywood's contributions to entertainment are celebrated through stars dedicated to celebrities. Experience the vibrant lifestyle of the West Coast on the Venice Beach Boardwalk. Here, you'll encounter a festive atmosphere, unique entertainers, and quirky shops. Adjacent to the scene at Santa Monica Beach is the famous Pier with a year-round carnival-like atmosphere. It attracts locals and visitors from around the globe. Located in Griffith Park on Mt. Hollywood is the Griffith Observatory. This fantastic public observatory boasts state-of-the-art facilities and stunning views of Los Angeles. If you're a shopping enthusiast, you'll adore Rodeo Drive. A chic shopping district, Rodeo Drive is filled with high-end and fashionable stores. Take a stroll around Beverly Hills; you might even spot a celebrity in this neighborhood. This city offers fantastic weather, excellent shopping, immense diversity, great cultural events, superb dining, and friendly people. Los Angeles is cool, artificial, stylized, expansive, and never dull.