North America is a continent made up of three of the world’s largest nations; the USA, Canada and Mexico. Three countries with a wealth of interesting things to see and do, and all of which have a tendency to pull you back time and time again – well, they have for me at least.
The USA is the most famous of the three and a country I’ve had the pleasure of exploring on many occasions now, with an almost endless list of new and exciting places to discover across its 52 states.
The sprawling metropolises of New York, Washington DC and San Diago are sure to capture the attention of city travellers, while the natural wonders of the Grand Canyon and the powerful Niagara Falls are a must-add to any bucket list. And for those who prefer being by the coast, you can’t miss a trip to the beautiful beaches of the Florida Keys and sunny Islands of Hawaii from Oahu to Maui, Kauai and Big Island.
Sitting north of the USA you have the vast landmass of Canada and its abundance of natural beauty.
Canada is the ultimate playground for outdoor lovers, with unlimited adventures to be had in the country’s many incredible national parks and the epic landscapes of the Rocky Mountains. Plus, don’t miss grabbing a Tim Horton’s and heading to an ice-hockey game in one of the country’s exciting cities.
Finally, there’s Mexico. Ah, Mexico.
After spending a whole year in Mexico learning how to drink tequila, exploring the Copper canyon, swimming with sea lions in La Paz and relaxing on the beaches of the stunning Yucatan Peninsula, it’s safe to say I fell a little bit in love with this colourful and diverse country, and I hope you’ll give it the opportunity to wow you too (no, Mexico’s not as unsafe as you think).
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Pizza is a big deal in Chicago. So big that the windy city even has its own Chicago style pizza. What is it? Deep pan, with a pie-like bottomed crust, stuffed with layers of cheese and crushed tomato sauce, with a thick layer of mozzarella cheese on top. It’s an institution in the city. And … Read more
From hot orange sunsets to the glittering turquoise of The Sea of Cortez to sea lions, whale sharks and powder soft sands, La Paz in Mexico is a dream vacation destination. Add in tacos galore, great hotels and the fact that La Paz is one of the friendliest Mexico beach towns I’ve ever been to, … Read more
I stand at that top of a volcanic tuff ring that was formed over 49,000 years ago and look down at the glitter of green-golden sand. I’m about to step foot on something extraordinarily rare, and suddenly the 17-hour flight, 2-hour drive and 1-hour hike seems completely worthwhile. Carefully, slowly, surely, I pick my way … Read more
Sitting on the east coast of Mexico, Yucatan State is one of Mexico’s 31 states and it’s one my favourites. From world-famous Chitzen Itza to colonial cities like Valladolid and beautiful swimming holes (cenotes), there’s every reason to visit this corner of Mexico. In this guide I’ll share everything you need to know about the … Read more
According to Mark Twain, Hawaii is “The loveliest fleet of islands that lies anchored in any ocean.” I couldn’t agree more. But there is more to the Hawaiian islands than most of us realise. For example, did you know there are actually 137 Hawaiian islands? I didn’t, either, until I spent 4 months exploring Hawaii. … Read more
Hawaii – the north pacific’s beautiful tropical islands filled with swaying palm trees, hula dancing, big wave surfing and flaming sunsets. And where there is tropical weather, there are exotic fruits. From the medicinal noni juice to world-famous Maui pineapples, there are a lot of Hawaiian fruits to sink your teeth into. Some of them … Read more
Downtown Los Angeles, or DTLA as it’s know to locals, is usually missed by tourists but it should absolutely be on your itinerary when you’re exploring LA. I get it, Hollywood, Beverley Hills and the beautiful coastal spots of Santa Monica and Venice Beach are the big draws, but if you want to get beneath … Read more
I love Mexico. And I hate that is has such a bad reputation. I find this reputation is far worse in the USA and Canada compared to Europe. I’m kind of thankful for that because in the UK I’m not flooded by bad news stories that might have scared me off visiting. Instead, I did … Read more
Home to the White House, the Washington Monument and the National Mall, there are a lot of things to do in Washington DC. Not only is it the capital of the United States, it’s a short hop from the Big Apple, meaning you can combine the iconic sights of New York and Washington DC in … Read more
Most people know that Washington DC is home to the White House but what else do you know about the Capital of the USA? If you’re not from the USA (or maybe even if you are), did you know that Washington DC is the capital of the United States or did you, like many people, … Read more