Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
idea to bring ID when you go out. Do not carry open containers of alcohol in your car or any public
area that isn't zoned for alcohol consumption. Don't even think about driving while intoxicated.
Driving Rules
See “Getting Around,” earlier in this chapter.
Electricity
Like Canada, the United States uses 110 to 120 volts AC (60 cycles), compared to 220
to 240 volts AC (50 cycles) in most of Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. Downward converters
that change 220-240 volts to 110-120 volts are difficult to find in the United States, so bring one
with you.
Embassies & Consulates
All embassies are in the nation's capital, Washington, D.C. Some con-
sulates are in major U.S. cities, and most nations have a mission to the United Nations in New
York City. If your country isn't listed below, call for directory information in Washington, D.C. (&
202/555-1212
) or check
www.embassy.org/embassies
.
The embassy of
Australia
is at 1601 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20036 (&
202/797-3000;
www.usa.embassy.gov.au). Consulates are in New York, Honolulu, Houston, Los
Angeles, and San Francisco.
The embassy of
Canada
is at 501 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001 (&
202/
682-1740;
www.canadainternational.gc.ca/washington). Other Canadian consulates are in Buffalo
(New York), Detroit, Los Angeles, New York, and Seattle.
The embassy of
Ireland
is at 2234 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20008 (&
202/
462-3939;
www.embassyoireland.org
). Irish consulates are in Boston, Chicago, New York, San
Francisco, and other cities. See website for complete listing.
The embassy of
NewZealand
is at 37 Observatory Circle NW, Washington, DC 20008 (&
202/
328-4800;
www.nzembassy.com
). New Zealand consulates are in Los Angeles, Salt Lake City,
San Francisco, and Seattle.
The embassy of the
UnitedKingdom
is at 3100 Massachusetts Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20008
(&
202/588-6500;
http://ukinusa.fco.gov.uk). Other British consulates are in Atlanta, Boston, Ch-
icago, Cleveland, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, and Seattle.
Emergencies
Dial &
911
or 435/772-3322, 24 hours a day, or locate the nearest park ranger.
Family Travel
Visiting Zion National Park with your children can be an especially rewarding exper-
ience, and is an excellent way for everyone to learn about the park's geology, plants, and animals,
as well as to appreciate the unequaled beauty of nature. In addition, Zion National Park has some
of the best children's programs we've seen in any national parks.
However, the park is in a rural area, and the gateway towns offer the basics but little more. There
are no major chain grocers or discount stores, and although you will be able to buy items such as
baby food and disposable diapers, you may not find the variety that you're used to. Parents should
stock up before they leave larger communities such as Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, or St. George.
It's also a good idea to carry any prescription drugs you might need, and to have the phone num-
bers of your doctor and pharmacist.
To locate hotels, restaurants, and attractions that are particularly kid-friendly, look for the “Kids”
icon throughout this guide.
