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Sarah Hawkes's avatar

Couldn't have written this better myself. I haven't been to America but I have been "obsessed" since I was a teen! I used to get brochures and work my way through each state. At 1 point, in my dreams, I was going to take time out and visit each state and write a book. Obviously life took over and I'm not in a financial position to do so. I watched Thelma & Louise and wanted to go on a road trip! Home Alone/Home Alone 2 - perfect Christmas viewing and how I visualise Christmas in America. The negatives never come into play when dreaming!

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Lyndsay's avatar

I totally understand your thoughts with this one Beth. And I have similar thoughts as I too romanticise America, particularly New York after watching the same shows all my life! I went to New York in 2014 and I did love it, it was fab, but as you've pointed out there is a darker side. My dad actually went a few weeks ago and he said he couldn't believe how expensive everything had become and how you could smell weed on every corner. I've been to LA too and I would agree that the Hollywood sign is underwhelming, as is Hollywood itself in my opinion. America looks fantastic on the screen but I'm not sure it always hits the mark when you visit. That being said, there are still places I want to visit over there for sure!

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