Image: Traditional house in Greenland (Explora_2005 / iStock / Getty Images Plus)
Image: Traditional house in Greenland (Explora_2005 / iStock / Getty Images Plus)
 39°F Clear Sky

North America Travel Guide 

A continent that has every option for what you could want in a vacation, North America is a massive melting pot of different cultures, landscapes, and people. 

With 23 countries, you are spoiled for choice with unique destinations. 

Top Things To Do

Potcake Place K9 Rescue
At Potcake Place K9 Rescue in Turks & Caicos, abandoned puppies are finding hope and forever homes. TravelPulse Canada meets the woman behind the mission.
Kensington's Essential India: Golden Triangle Tour
Kensington reports a 22% rise in solo travel bookings, driven by interest in Asia and the South Pacific.
The open decks have plenty of space for loungers and offer great views - in this case - of Halifax.
Oceania Cruises showcased its luxury, mid-sized ship, Oceania Vista, to travel advisors in Halifax. TravelPulse Canada was there.
Christmas Comes Early: travelbrands Offers Advisors 2% Bonus Commission
Travelbrands is offering Canadian travel advisors a 2% bonus commission on eligible bookings through its access+ platform until November 20, 2026.
Porter Airlines E195-E2 Exterior
Porter Airlines is adding four new nonstop routes from Ottawa to Mexico, the Caribbean, and Costa Rica, increasing its winter flights by over 80% compared to last year.
Air traffic control tower, airport
The FAA plans to replace outdated floppy disks in air traffic control systems with the Enterprise – Information Display System (E-IDS) for improved safety, efficiency, and reduced costs across over 400 facilities by 2028.
Transat November Promo
Transat's November sale offers vacation packages starting at CAD$1,299 and runs from November 5-19, 2026.
American flag waves in front of New York City skyline
The US travel industry warns of a projected $11 billion decline in international visitor spending by 2026, despite record domestic travel.
Legend of the Seas
Celebrate the 12th annual Travvys with a rundown of winners from each and every category.
Lacey pfalz, jason liberty, royal caribbean ceo, royal caribbean group, cruiseworld, cruiseworld 2026
Royal Caribbean Group executives Jason Liberty, Michael Bayley and Laura Hodges Bethge sat down with travel advisors to discuss major recent events like the Sandals merger and the upcoming river cruise expansion at Northstar Travel Group's Cruiseworld conference.
Carnival Firenze
Carnival Cruise Line has opened 2028-29 Port Canaveral bookings with more than 300 departures across five ships, offering various itineraries, including short Bahamas and extended Caribbean voyages, and featuring numerous stops at destinations like Celebration Key and others in the Paradise Collection.
Norwegian Cruise Line's Black Friday Sale
Norwegian Cruise Line is offering a Black Friday sale with 50% off all cruises until November 11.
Royalton Negril
TravelPulse Canada recounts a visit to Royalton Negril and Royalton Blue Waters in Jamaica, highlighting the hospitality, renovated facilities, and the deep connection between the resorts' staff and the local community. Despite hurricanes, the enduring warmth of Jamaican culture stands out as its true strength.
Riviera in Alaska
Oceania Cruises unveils 2027 Alaska sailings aboard Oceania Riviera, offering seven to 11-day itineraries from Seattle and Vancouver to Alaska and a 27-day voyage from Vancouver to Japan. Pre- and post-cruise land programs in Alaska and Canada are also available.
Pool deck on Oasis of the Seas.
Royal Caribbean has opened bookings for its summer 2028 Caribbean and Mexico cruises across 11 ships sailing from Florida, Texas, Puerto Rico and the Northeast, offering varied itineraries including stops at Perfect Day at CocoCay and other destinations in the Caribbean and Mexico.
Club Med St. Croix rendering
The 150-suite resort is scheduled to begin welcoming guests on November 12, 2027.
Flair Airlines appointed Bevie Thomas, CPA, CA, as CFO.
Flair Airlines appointed Bevie Thomas as its new CFO on November 1, 2026.
Plane on taxiway
Bomb threats caused multiple emergency landings across Europe on Thursday, affecting flights from several cities and leading to travel disruptions and heightened security measures.
Nile Seray
Abercrombie & Kent has launched the luxury riverboat Nile Seray in Egypt, offering four-night cruises between Luxor and Aswan with modern amenities and guided excursions to major archaeological sites. This expansion comes amid increased interest in Egypt, supporting local community initiatives and showcasing contemporary Egyptian art.
Amanda Fletcher
Amanda Fletcher is stepping into the role of Growth Marketing Manager – Partnerships, Canada at Collette, strengthening the company’s focus on travel advisor and partner growth across the Canadian market.

North America Highlights

Beautiful Beaches

North America is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beach regions, with Pacific gems and Caribbean havens. 

Our favorite beach destinations on the continent are Miami, California, Cancun, Kauai, Cabo San Lucas, Barbados, and Saint Lucia. 

The Best of the Big Island and Kauai

The Best of the Big Island and Kauai (Photo Credit: Provided by GAdventures)

Delectable Cuisine

With so many countries, each with its unique traditions and cuisines, you will experience different local cuisines in every city, let alone the country that you visit in North America. 

In the United States itself, each state is known for specific cuisines like Texan Barbecue, New York pizza, Georgian soul food, and more. 

Mexican food is loved all over the world, and naturally, the best and most authentic of this will be found in the heart of Mexico. Tucking into a Caribbean feast on a tropical island is one of our top North American food experiences. 

Diverse Cultures 

The cultures in the various North American countries are vastly different from one another, so you can immerse yourself in a completely new atmosphere in each place. 

Not only can you try an array of different foods, but you will also experience different music, customs, habits, clothing, architecture, and more. 

Latest News

Top Places To Visit In North America

USA Road Trip- Highway 1 and San Fran Sun
USA Road Trip- Highway 1 and San Fran Sun (Photo Credit: Provided by GAdventures)

United States

A country with many different states, each with its own unique culture and landscape, the United States is a country you want to explore in its entirety to fully experience the various regions. 

You can enjoy the big cosmopolitan city life in places like New York, Chicago, Houston, and more, or opt for smaller, charming cities like Savannah, Boston, Key West, and more. For a more laid-back, coastal atmosphere, California and Miami are our top picks. 

Mexico

A place with culture, vibrancy, and beauty, Mexico is the third largest country in North America and a phenomenal destination for any traveler. 

Beach regions like Tulum and Cabo San Lucas are popular for their luxury resorts and pristine beaches. To be in the heart of Mexican culture, we think Mexico City and Oaxaca are ideal places to start. 

Deskover sweepstakes winners will experience Puerto Rico’s Old San Juan district. (Photo by Brian Major)

Puerto Rico

A stunning island in the Caribbean, Puerto Rico is a country with amazing beaches, charming architecture, and vibrant culture. 

The capital of San Juan is one of our favorite spots, as it offers the balance of city and beach holidays. If you are looking for a second beach spot, we suggest Carolina. 

Canada

The largest country in North America, Canada is filled with modern cities and some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the world. 

Big cities like Toronto, Montreal, and Vancouver are perfect for enjoying the more metropolitan side of the country. To escape to nature, there is Banff, British Columbia, Nova Scotia, and many more regions to explore.

Be A Travel Expert

Watch Now!
Worry-Free Access to the World - Part 3Monday, November 2, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join Travel Weekly, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse for Worry-Free Access to the World, a webinar...
Watch Now!
Mexico for the Western Traveler Part 2: 2026Tuesday, October 29, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join Travel Weekly, TravelAge West and TravelPulse in the virtual studios for Discover Mexico for the...
Watch Now!
River Cruises PlusMonday, October 26, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join Travel Weekly, TravelAge West, TravelPulse and leaders from top river cruise companies to get the...
Watch Now!
Worry-Free Access to the World - Part 3Monday, November 2, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join Travel Weekly, TravelAge West, and TravelPulse for Worry-Free Access to the World, a webinar...
Watch Now!
Mexico for the Western Traveler Part 2: 2026Tuesday, October 29, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join Travel Weekly, TravelAge West and TravelPulse in the virtual studios for Discover Mexico for the...
Watch Now!
River Cruises PlusMonday, October 26, 2026
2:00pm Eastern
Join Travel Weekly, TravelAge West, TravelPulse and leaders from top river cruise companies to get the...

Trending Destinations

Bangkok to Hanoi: Chiang Mai, Night Markets & Streetside Bars
Destinations
Thailand
UNESCO World Heritage city of Guanajuato, Mexico.  (photo via JuliScalzi/iStock/Getty Images Plus)
Destinations
Guanajuato
Stortorget place in Gamla stan, Stockholm (photo via adisa / iStock / Getty Images Plus)
Destinations
Sweden
Financial center of Panama City, Panama (Rodrigo Cuel / iStock / Getty Images Plus)
Destinations
Panama
Raffles London at The OWO, London, England, UK, Accor Hotels
Destinations
England
Hurtigruten, northern lights, aurora borealis, Norway, cruise, expedition, Arctic
Destinations
Norway
Hong Kong's Lantau Island and its famous buddha
Destinations
Hong Kong
Travelers Atlantis Bahamas
Destinations
Bahamas
Cozumel Square
Destinations
Cozumel
Amsterdam Centraal, Amsterdam train station
Destinations
The Netherlands

Get To Know Us Better

Advertise with UsTravelPulse Canada has been voted #1 by Travel Advisors in Canada year after year.. Let us help you...
Follow us on Social MediaDaily updates on Travel industry news and events across our social media channels stay current follow...
Advertise with UsTravelPulse Canada has been voted #1 by Travel Advisors in Canada year after year.. Let us help you...
Follow us on Social MediaDaily updates on Travel industry news and events across our social media channels stay current follow...