The Complete Guide for Immigrants and Americans Life in the USA is a complete guide to American life for immigrants and Americans. All rights reserved. Hotels and Motels Many types of accommodations are available for travelers in the United States, at all service and price levels. It is important to understand the difference between hotels and motels, and the various types of each, so you don't pay for services you neither need nor want.
Personal security is a major consideration when travelling in the United States.
Hotel crime, especially theft, is hard to prevent and is common. People who look like tourists are easy prey to thieves. It is wise to be careful with luggage and possessions and to be watchful of jewelry, cameras, cash and other valuables when staying in hotels and motels. It's a bad idea to leave such valuables in a hotel room or car. Chapter Home Life in the USA Home Page .