Last musings about the USA

It's time to go. We're checked in, and chilling out in the lounge. I don't really want to go home, but I know that we must. 

People ask why I choose to go to the USA so often. 

I do love the States. I like the people - in general they are very friendly, helpful and interested. The majority of people I've come across appear to speak at least two languages, which impresses me. 

I love that we can drive from one side to the other, and that even the locals find that amazing. 

I am grateful that there is always a fuel and convenience stop when you need it, and that it's clean. 

I shall miss the toilets that flush themselves, and automatic taps and soap dispensers. Yes, we have them in Oz, must they're not commonplace, as they are here. 

I love the shopping. The availability of great clothes and the affordability of them. I love that the sizes are slightly different, and that in America, I feel much smaller than I do at home. 

There are so many national parks! They're everywhere. Diverse and well kept. I'm keen to revisit those I've been to and to see those I haven't. I need more time! This is definitely not our last visit. 

We won't be hiring a car from Dollar again. Our go-to is still Alamo. Friendly, convenient, helpful with nice cars in good condition. The pick up office in LA is close to the airport and they're never busy. 

Well, that's all. We're almost home and the sunrise is chasing us in. The flight was quite full, and coming home always takes longer than going. 

I'm always grateful to get home again with out any terrible travel stories to note. Ther drive went without a hitch, the flights worked well, the hotels were great. Very happy.

Thanks for reading. Til next adventure.