
North America
What you need to know before you go
North America has it all – big cities, rolling prairies, rugged mountains, wild forests, luxurious beaches, desert heat, Arctic cold and everything in between. As a meeting place and mixing bowl of many world cultures, it’s like the globe has been compressed into a single landmass. It’s quite a big landmass, so taking it all in at once would be quite a challenge!
While North America is mostly made up of 2 countries – Canada and the USA – each is formed from many unique settings, cultures and peoples, giving you very different travel experiences. There are super-chic party places like Miami and Los Angeles, bustling metropolises like New York and Toronto, Chilled-out cities like Quebec and San Francisco, unique and quirky spots like Austin and Las Vegas – the list goes on. Start your exploration of this vibrant and varied continent right here.
Top destinations in North America
Where will you go next?Canada
Canada is probably best known for its wild and expansive nature. The second-largest country in the world, by landmass, has only a few major cities, leaving huge areas of wilderness to explore. Expect breathtaking views across crystal-clear lakes...United States of America
The USA has something to see in every corner of the country. You can go from the relentless pace of New York to the easy-going atmosphere of Miami, the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles to the rustic charm...New York
New York is an expansive metropolis with virtually endless things to see and do. Many of the city’s famous landmarks...Toronto
Toronto is a smorgasbord of cultural diversity—from modern North York Centre to historic Corktown, you’ll love the mix of...Chicago
Chicago is a city that’ll captivate you with a skyline filled with avant-garde skyscrapers. From these heights, you’ll also...
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