North America Archives - Travel Addicts

Down under Manhattan Bridge in Brooklyn, New York
North America is massive. It is the 3rd largest continent by size and is comprised of the 2nd and 3rd largest countries. It’s huge! Extending from the tropics in Key West and Mexico to above the Arctic Circle in Alaska and Canada, it’s also incredibly diverse. There are mountains and deserts, as well as the high plains to explore. From the majestic Rocky Mountains (which has incredible skiing) to the deserts of the Southwest, it is one of the most diverse regions in the world.

There is a ton to see and do in North America. From Toronto’s multi-cultural and ethnic neighborhoods to the bucolic American South, this is the most diverse culinary region in the world. And from Silicon Valley to Manhattan, it is the business capital of the world. North America is unlike any other place on earth. Here are some of favorite articles to help you plan your trip.

Wine bottles from Becker Vineyards, one of the largest Fredericksburg wineries

Wineries in Fredericksburg, Texas, That Are Truly Worth the Time to Visit

Texas may not be the first place you think of for high-quality wine from the US. But you’d be missing out. These are the wineries near Fredericksburg we enjoy most.

Scenes from Mayberry painted on a wall in Mt Airy NC

Mount Airy: The Cute North Carolina Town That Inspired Mayberry

Mount Airy, North Carolina–affectionately known as Mayberry–was Andy Griffith’s hometown and the inspiration for the setting of The Andy Griffith Show. This charming town offers good eats, excitement in the great outdoors, and unexpected history lessons, with a bit of moonshine thrown in.

14 Fun Things to Do for Christmas in Fredericksburg, Texas

Christmas in Fredericksburg, Texas, combines German traditions passed down through generations with the charm of the Hill Country and all the fun things the town is known for.

People on a path underneath trees decorated with yellow and red Christmas lights

Cheekwood Holiday Lights: What to Know Before Visiting

A visit to Cheekwood Lights is a highlight of

Philadelphia City Hall between buildings

Exactly What to Do in Philadelphia (for First-Timers)

Philadelphia is often overlooked in favor of our popular neighbors just a little bit north in New York City and a little bit south in Washington, D.C.. But people who skip over us here in the City of Brotherly Love are missing out!

Fountain and building in town center of Round Top, Texas

The Perfect Texas Road Trip

There are so many awesome places to see in Texas that don’t make it on most tourists’ radars—the small towns mostly known about and loved only by Texans or those with a real affinity for the Lone Star State. Here’s our perfect Central Texas road trip full of places we love.