North America Travel Guide
National parks, iconic road trips and world-class cities, how to plan a trip across the US, Canada and Mexico.
Don’t miss
- New York City’s skyline and museums
- Grand Canyon National Park
- Banff National Park, Canada
- Chichen Itza, Mexico
- San Francisco and the Pacific Coast Highway
- Niagara Falls
Recommended hotels
- The Plaza, New York
- Fairmont Banff Springs, Canada
- Rosewood, San Miguel de Allende
- The Ritz-Carlton, Cancun
Getting around
Domestic flights and car rental cover long distances easily; major cities have solid public transit and ride-hailing.
Safety tips
Generally safe with standard city precautions; check regional advisories for parts of Mexico outside major tourist areas.
Best time to visit
April–June and September–October for pleasant weather and fewer crowds than peak summer.
Budget advice
Costs vary hugely by city, US and Canadian metros run high, while much of Mexico offers strong value.
Visa & entry requirements
The US, Canada and Mexico each set their own entry rules. Many nationalities can travel to the US under the Visa Waiver Program (ESTA) or to Canada with an eTA, while Mexico allows visa-free tourism for many nationalities. Confirm current requirements with each country’s immigration authority.
Currency & payments
The US dollar, Canadian dollar and Mexican peso are each used in their respective countries. Cards are widely accepted in the US and Canada; carry some pesos for smaller vendors in Mexico.