Hailing from the Great White North, the idea of travelling in North America (literally) hits close to home for me. Admittedly, I don’t feel the same pull towards visiting destinations close to home as more “exotic” places like Asia or even the more familiar streets of a European city.
I will admit that even without that sense of being away from home I seem to, ultimately, be addicted to: There are some pretty damn amazing places to visit on this great continent. Below, you’ll start to find a few of the best…
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When to visit North America
Okay, trust me: I recognize the impossibility of answering this question in the heading above to anyone’s satisfaction in a few words. (But, hey, I needed to stick to the same structure in these travel guides. Give me a pass if my answer isn’t satisfactory. Deal?)
In a continent as massive and covering numerous climatic zones as North America, there’s bound to be some inconsistency in locking down when to visit. Which time of year to visit North America depends as much on your intended destination as your interests.
The best time to visit North America is in the summer months between June and August or in the late spring and early fall. Of course, that’s kinda misleading. Different destinations throughout the continent will experience different weather patterns at the same time.
To dial it in a little more, check the recommendations for each individual city or region you’re planning to visit. Here are a few general things to keep in mind:
- The winter months can get unsettlingly cold in the northern part of the continent. If you don’t like cold weather, avoid Canada and the northern United States in the winter. If you love skiing or winter sports or want to see the Northern Lights, however, this is obviously a great season to travel.
- Alternatively, the southern United States and Mexico offer a reprieve from the cold in the winter months for northerners.
- Hurricane season occurs between June and November in the southern areas of North America. Keep an eye on the weather before travelling to the south at this time.
- For hiking, autumn is one of the best times of the year to visit North America. In popular hiking locations like Utah, the summer heat can get excessive. In spring, mosquitoes elsewhere in the continent can be a real drag. (Trust me, I grew up in Northern Ontario. You don’t want to deal with this!)
Where to go in North America
Much like the weather, in a continent as diverse and varied as North America, it’s impossible to sum up exactly what to expect. Moving across the continent, travellers can experience a seemingly endless area of landscapes, from picture-perfect coasts to primeval forests to desolate deserts to swoon-worthy alpine scenery.
Canada
As the second-biggest country in the world, Canada is a good bet to hedge upon if you’re looking to stock up on a veritable lifetime of experiences. While cities like Vancouver, Montreal, or Toronto come first to mind when planning a trip to Canada, they, undoubtedly, play second fiddle to the wealth of natural beauty found here.
Along the west coast, Canada’s finest scenery awaits. Wind-swept coastlines give way to coastal mountains merging inland to east over a distance that would envelop a European country or two. With its laid-back maritime attitude and seascape, the east coast provides an equally beguiling escape.
Perhaps most compelling about Canada, though, is its diversity. Walk the streets of your favourite Canadian city and you’ll be as likely to stumble upon a curry house or ramen joint as a poutinerie.
Throw into the mix world-famous politeness and hospitality (and a healthy national obsession with hockey), and you’ll see why so many travellers instantly feel at home in the Great White North.
Ready to plan your trip to Canada? Check out these resources from our Canada Travel Guide!
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United States
Much like its northern neighbour, trying to tie together an idea of what awaits travellers in the United States is impossible. The sprawl of the country, east to west and north to south, over several time zones and climate areas alone is a simple indicator of the variety of landscapes that you’ll stumble upon. From deserts ringed with canyons & mountains to lush forests sprawled over rivers and alpine mountainscapes, it’s all there for the taking.
Perhaps more famous than its natural attractions are America’s cities. There’s hardly a person on earth who hasn’t dreamed of drowning in the bustle of New York City, celeb-hunting in Los Angeles, loosening their purse strings in Las Vegas, or relaxing to some jazz in New Orleans.
Whichever side of the coin you’re on, the USA isn’t a travel destination that’ll disappoint you.
Ready to plan your trip to the USA? Check out these resources from our United States Travel Guide:
- 10-Day California Road Trip Itinerary
- 1-Week Florida Road Trip Itinerary
- 7-Day Pacific Northwest Road Trip Itinerary
- 2-Week Southeast USA Road Trip Itinerary
- 2-Week Northeast USA Road Trip Itinerary
- Most Beautiful Arizona Mountain Towns
- Most Beautiful California Gold Rush Towns
- Most Beautiful California Mountain Towns
- Most Beautiful Colorado Mountain Towns
- Most Beautiful Utah Ski Towns
- Must-See State Parks in the Florida Keys
- Must-Visit Florida State Parks
- Best Florida Atlantic Coast Beaches
- Best Hawaii Beaches
- Most Popular South Carolina Beaches
- Best Texas Beaches
- Winter Getaways in the USA
Amarillo, TX
Amelia Island, FL
Anaheim, CA
Anna Maria Island, FL
Annapolis, MD
Arlington, TX
Athens, GA
Atlantic City, NJ
Augusta, GA
Austin, TX
- 24 Hours in Austin
- Things to Do in Austin
- Where to Stay in Austin
- Day Trips from Austin
- Best Time to Visit Austin
- Must-Visit Museums in Austin
- Downtown Austin: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South Congress (SoCo), Austin: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- 2nd Street District, Austin: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Central Austin: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Baltimore, MD
- Best Places to Visit in Baltimore
- Where to Stay in Baltimore
- Day Trips from Baltimore
- Best Time to Visit Baltimore
- Must-Visit Museums in Baltimore
- Downtown Baltimore: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Inner Harbor, Baltimore: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Fell’s Point, Baltimore: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Bar Harbor, ME
Baton Rouge, LA
Bend, OR
Beverly Hills, CA
Big Bear, CA
Big Sur, CA
Biloxi, MS
Boca Raton, FL
Bonita Springs, FL
Boone, NC
Boston, MA
- One Day in Boston: Itinerary
- Best Places to Visit in Boston
- Where to Stay in Boston
- Day Trips from Boston
- Best Time to Visit Boston
- Must-Visit Boston Museums
- Downtown Boston: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- North End, Boston: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Back Bay, Boston: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Beacon Hill, Boston: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South Boston Waterfront: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- East Boston: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Fenway-Kenmore, Boston: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Bradenton, FL
Branson, MO
Breckenridge, CO
- Best Places to Visit in Breckenridge
- Where to Stay in Breckenridge
- Most Popular Day Trips from Breckenridge
- Best Time of Year to Visit Breckenridge
- Must-Visit Museums in Breckenridge
- Cafes & Coffee Shops in Breckenridge
- Restaurants in Breckenridge
- Craft Breweries in Breckenridge
- Ski Resorts near Breckenridge
- Winter in Breckenridge: Top Activities & Weather
- Breckenridge Historic District: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Burlington, VT
Cape Coral, FL
Cedar Rapids, IA
Charleston, SC
- Charleston Travel Guide
- One Day in Charleston: Itinerary
- Things to Do in Charleston, SC
- Where to Stay in Charleston, SC
- Day Trips from Charleston, SC
- Beaches in Charleston, SC
- When to Travel to Charleston, SC
- Must-See Museums in Charleston, SC
- Charleston Historic District: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- French Quarter, Charleston, SC: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Charleston, WV
Charlottesville, VA
Cheyenne, WY
Cleveland, OH
- Best Places to Visit in Cleveland
- Where to Stay in Cleveland
- Most Popular Cleveland Day Trips
- Best Time to Visit Cleveland
- Must-See Museums in Cleveland
- Downtown Cleveland: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Warehouse District, Cleveland: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Ohio City, Cleveland: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Cocoa Beach, FL
Columbus, OH
Corpus Christi, TX
Dallas, TX
- Places to Visit in Dallas
- One Day in Dallas
- Where to Stay in Dallas
- Day Trips from Dallas
- Dallas Weather Guide & Best Time to Visit
- Must-See Dallas Museums
- Downtown Dallas: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Deep Ellum, Dallas: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Dallas Arts District: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Uptown Dallas: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Dania Beach, FL
Delray Beach, FL
Denver, CO
- 24 Hours in Denver: Itinerary
- Things to Do in Denver
- Best Places to Stay in Denver
- Day Trips from Denver
- Weekend Getaways from Denver
- Best Time to Travel to Denver
- Winter in Denver: Top Activities & Weather
- Must-Visit Museums in Denver
- Must-Try Cafes & Coffee Shops in Denver
- Must-Visit Craft Breweries in Denver
- Beautiful State Parks near Denver
- Downtown Denver: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Lower Downtown (LoDo) Denver: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Capitol Hill, Denver: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- River North Art District (RiNo), Denver: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Cherry Creek, Denver: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Durango, CO
Durham, NC
El Paso, TX
Estes Park, CO
Fargo, ND
Fort Collins, CO
Flagstaff, AZ
Fredericksburg, TX
Fresno, CA
Gainesville, FL
Galveston, TX
Gatlinburg, TN
Glenwood Springs, CO
Grand Junction, CO
Green Bay, WI
Greensboro, NC
Gulf Shores, AL
Helen, GA
Hilo, HI
Hilton Head, SC
Hollywood, CA
Houston, TX
- Houston Travel Guide
- 24 Hours in Houston: Itinerary
- Best Places to Visit in Houston
- Where to Stay in Houston
- Day Trips from Houston
- Best Time to Visit Houston
- Must-Visit Museums in Houston
- Downtown Houston: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Houston Museum District: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- East Downtown (EaDo) Houston: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Greenway/Upper Kirby, Houston: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Huntington Beach, CA
Islamorada, FL
Jackson, MS
Jerome, AZ
Joshua Tree, CA
Juno Beach, FL
Jupiter, FL
Kansas City, MO
- Things to Do in Kansas City
- Kansas City Day Trips
- Where to Stay in Kansas City
- Best Time to Visit Kansas City
- Must-See Museums in Kansas City
- Downtown Kansas City: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Power & Light District, Kansas City: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- River Market, Kansas City: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Crossroads, Kansas City: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Union Station Kansas City: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Crown Center, Kansas City: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Kissimmee, FL
Kona, HI
Lafayette, LA
Lake Wales, FL
La Jolla, CA
Lancaster, PA
Las Cruces, NM
Lexington, KY
Lincoln, NE
Little Rock, AR
Long Beach, CA
Lubbock, TX
Los Angeles, CA
- Los Angeles Travel Guide
- One Day in Los Angeles: Itinerary
- Best Places to Visit in Los Angeles
- Best Places to Stay in Los Angeles
- Best Los Angeles Beaches
- Day Trips from Los Angeles
- When to Visit Los Angeles
- Winter in Los Angeles: Top Activities & Weather
- Downtown Los Angeles: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Koreatown, Los Angeles: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Chinatown, Los Angeles: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Little Tokyo, Los Angeles: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Madeira Beach, FL
Madison, WI
Mammoth Lakes, CA
Marathon, FL
Marco Island, FL
Melbourne, FL
Memphis, TN
- One Day in Memphis: Itinerary
- Things to Do in Memphis
- Where to Stay in Memphis
- Memphis Day Trips
- Best Time to Visit Memphis
- Must-Visit Museums in Memphis
- Downtown Memphis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Beale Street, Memphis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South Main Historic District, Memphis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Mesa, AZ
Miami, FL
- Miami City Guide
- One Day in Miami: Itinerary
- Things to Do in Miami
- Where to Stay in Miami
- Best Miami Beaches
- Day Trips from Miami
- Best Time to Visit Miami
- Things to Do in Miami Beach
- Things to Do in South Beach, Miami
- Ocean Drive, Miami Beach: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South of Fifth (SoFi), Miami Beach: What to Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Art Deco Historic District, Miami Beach: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Lincoln Road, Miami Beach: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Downtown Miami: Things to Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Brickell, Miami: Things to Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Little Havana, Miami: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Wynwood, Miami: Things to Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Milwaukee, WI
- Best Places to Visit in Milwaukee
- Where to Stay in Milwaukee
- Best Beaches in Milwaukee
- Day Trips from Milwaukee
- Best Time to Visit Milwaukee
- Must-Visit Museums in Milwaukee
- State Parks near Milwaukee
- Downtown Milwaukee: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Westown, Milwaukee: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- East Town, Milwaukee: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Historic Third Ward, Milwaukee: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Lower East Side, Milwaukee: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Minneapolis, MN
- Best Places to Visit in Minneapolis
- Where to Stay in Minneapolis
- Day Trips from Minneapolis
- Best Time to Visit Minneapolis
- Museums in Minneapolis
- Downtown Minneapolis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Mill District, Minneapolis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- North Loop, Minneapolis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Moab, UT
Mobile, AL
Monterey, CA
Montgomery, AL
Napa Valley, CA
Nashville, TN
- Nashville Travel Guide
- One Day in Nashville: Itinerary
- Things to Do in Nashville
- Where to Stay in Nashville
- Day Trips from Nashville
- When to Go to Nashville
- Downtown Nashville: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South of Broadway (SoBro): What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- The Gulch, Nashville: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
New Haven, CT
New Smyrna Beach, FL
Newport, RI
Newport Beach, CA
Ocala, FL
Ocean City, MD
Orange Beach, AL
Page, AZ
Palm Desert, CA
Park City, UT
Philadelphia, PA
- 24 Hours in Philadelphia: Itinerary
- Best Places to Visit in Philadelphia
- Where to Stay in Philadelphia
- Museums in Philadelphia
- Must-Do Philadelphia Day Trips
- Best Time to Travel to Philadelphia
- Center City, Philadelphia: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Old City, Philadelphia: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Pigeon Forge, TN
Pittsburgh, PA
- Best Places to Visit in Pittsburgh
- Where to Stay in Pittsburgh
- Day Trips from Pittsburgh
- Best Time to Visit Pittsburgh
- Must-See Museums in Pittsburgh
- Downtown Pittsburgh: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Strip District, Pittsburgh: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Cultural District, Pittsburgh: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- North Shore, Pittsburgh: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South Shore, Pittsburgh: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South Side Flats, Pittsburgh: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Mount Washington, Pittsburgh: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Pompano Beach, FL
Portland, OR
- Portland Travel Guide
- One Day in Portland: Itinerary
- Things to Do in Portland
- Where to Stay in Portland
- Day Trips from Portland
- Portland Weather by Season and Month
- Must-See Portland Museums
- Downtown Portland: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Old Town Chinatown, Portland: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Pearl District, Portland: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Northwest Portland: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Northeast Portland: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Southwest Portland: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Southeast Portland: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Portsmouth, NH
Pueblo, CO
Reno, NV
Roanoke, VA
Sacramento, CA
Saint Paul, MN
Salt Lake City, UT
San Antonio, TX
- Best Places to Visit in San Antonio
- Best Places to Stay in San Antonio
- One Day in San Antonio
- Day Trips from San Antonio
- Best Time to Visit San Antonio
- San Antonio River Walk: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Downtown San Antonio: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Southtown, San Antonio: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Alamo Heights, San Antonio: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
San Diego, CA
- One Day in San Diego: Itinerary
- Best Places to Visit in San Diego
- Best Places to Stay in San Diego
- Most Popular Day Trips in San Diego
- Best Time to Visit San Diego
- Best San Diego Beaches
- Best San Diego Hikes
- Downtown San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Embarcadero, San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Little Italy, San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Old Town San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Mission Valley, San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Ocean Beach, San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Mission Beach, San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Pacific Beach, San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Point Loma, San Diego: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
San Francisco, CA
- One Day in San Francisco: Itinerary
- Best Places to Visit in San Francisco
- Best Places to Stay in San Francisco
- Day Trips from San Francisco
- When to Visit San Francisco
- Best San Francisco Beaches
- Must-See San Francisco Museums
- Downtown San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Chinatown San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- The Embarcadero, San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- North Beach, San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South of Market (SoMa), San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Nob Hill, San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Russian Hill, San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Mission District, San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Civic Center, San Francisco: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
San Jose, CA
San Luis Obispo, CA
San Marcos, TX
Sanibel Island, FL
Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Monica, CA
Savannah, GA
- Savannah Travel Guide
- One Day in Savannah: Itinerary
- Things to Do in Savannah
- Where to Stay in Savannah
- Best Savannah Day Trips
- Best Savannah Beaches
- Best Time of Year to Visit Savannah
- Must-See Museums in Savannah, GA
- Savannah Historic District: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- River Street, Savannah: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Seattle, WA
- One Day in Seattle: Itinerary
- Things to Do in Seattle
- Where to Stay in Seattle
- Must-Do Seattle Day Trips
- Best Time to Visit Seattle
- Winter in Seattle: Top Activities & Weather
- Must-Do Outdoor Activities in Seattle
- Ski Resorts near Seattle
- Must-See Museums in Seattle
- Must-Visit Cafes & Coffee Shops in Seattle
- Must-Try Craft Breweries in Seattle
- Downtown Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Belltown, Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Uptown Seattle: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Seattle Center: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Seattle Chinatown-International District: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Pioneer Square, Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- South Lake Union, Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Capitol Hill, Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Pike/Pine, Seattle: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- West Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- University District, Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Ballard, Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Queen Anne, Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Magnolia, Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Fremont: Seattle: What to See & Do and Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Pike Place Market, Seattle: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Discovery Park, Seattle: What to See & Do + How to Get There
- Seattle Streetcar: Lines, Schedule, Fares & FAQ
Siesta Key, FL
Sioux Falls, SD
Solvang, CA
South Padre Island, TX
Spokane, WA
St. Louis, MO
- Things to Do in St. Louis
- Day Trips from St. Louis
- Best Places to Stay in St. Louis
- Best Time to Visit St. Louis
- Must-See Museums in St. Louis
- Downtown St. Louis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Downtown West St. Louis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Midtown St. Louis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Soulard, St. Louis: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Tacoma, WA
Tallahassee, FL
Taos, NM
Tarpon Springs, FL
Telluride, CO
Tempe, AZ
Venice Beach, CA
Vero Beach, FL
Virginia Beach, VA
Waco, TX
Washington, DC
- 24 Hours in Washington, DC
- Things to Do in Washington, DC
- Where to Stay in Washington, DC
- Day Trips from Washington, DC
- Best Time to Visit Washington, DC
- Must-See Museums in Washington, DC
- Downtown Washington, DC: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Logan Circle, Washington, DC: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Dupont Circle, Washington, DC: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
- Foggy Bottom, Washington, DC: What to See & Do + Where to Eat, Drink & Stay
Wichita, KS
Wilmington, DE
Wilmington, NC
Williamsburg, VA
Winston-Salem, NC
Wisconsin Dells, WI
Yuma, AZ
Transportation in North America
Getting there
By air
Unless you’re entering by road from Central America (probably not the smartest decision these days!), you’ll arrive to North America by air.
From nearly every corner of the world, you’ll find flights to the major airports of North America including:
- Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
- New York City John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
- Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
- Mexico City International Airport (MEX)
- Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
- Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL).
Getting around
By air
Thanks to increased competition throughout the continent, air travel is becoming increasingly more affordable in North America. There are several low-cost carriers including Southwest and JetBlue in the United States and Porter, WestJet, and Air Canada Rouge in Canada.
By bus
Although bus is usually the cheapest way to travel in North America, it’s rarely the most comfortable mode of transportation given the large distances between many cities.
By train
More comfortable than buses, trains can be a good option for certain itineraries (and for train buffs, of course!). In the US, Amtrak has an extensive rail network that extends coast to coast.