Countries to Visit in the Americas
These are some of the most recent destinations across the Americas, plus the Caribbean, that have made it to my blog. From island escapes to city breaks and road trips, use these guides to plan your own travels.
Aruba Travel Guide
A solo-friendly guide to the “One Happy Island,” flamingo beaches, clear kayaks, and an easy 5–7 day itinerary.
Read Aruba guide →Belize Travel Guide
An eco-focused Belize guide covering island time, rainforest stays, snorkeling, and a realistic 5–7 day itinerary built for slower travel.
Read Belize guide →Colombia Travel Guide
Money tips, safety notes, and practical advice for planning a budget-smart, thoughtful trip to Colombia.
Read Colombia guide →Costa Rica Guide & Itinerary
Rainforest Airbnbs, beach towns, and an easy itinerary map to help you see more of Costa Rica in less time.
Plan Costa Rica →El Salvador Travel Guide
Beaches, coffee routes, and small towns, plus what to know before you go to this underrated destination.
Explore El Salvador →Guatemala Travel Guide
From Antigua to Tikal, this guide covers the highlights, local advice, and a mapped-out plan.
View Guatemala route →North America Road Trips
My full review of Guess Where Trips and how surprise road trips work across the U.S. and Canada.
See road trip guide →Jamaica Travel Guide
A Montego Bay and Negril breakdown with beaches, food, nightlife, and a sample one-week itinerary.
Plan Jamaica →Mexico Travel Tips
Key safety tips, cenote etiquette, and planning advice so you can enjoy Cancun, Tulum, and beyond with fewer surprises.
Read Mexico tips →Fun Facts & Quick Questions
From U.S. city trips to Mexico beaches and Caribbean culture, here are some traveler notes people wish they knew earlier.
Fun Facts About The Americas
- Mexico’s cenotes connect to underwater rivers so complex that divers still haven’t fully mapped them.
- In some U.S. states, you can snowboard in the morning and swim outside by lunch on the same day, same outfit.
- Caribbean islands may look close, but their food, accents, and slang are completely different from one island to the next.
- In Miami airports, everyone is on the phone yelling in at least two languages. It’s part of the culture at this point.
Mini FAQ: Traveling in The Americas
Do I need a car in the U.S.?
Not in big cities like NYC or DC. For parks and smaller towns, yes, public transport is limited.
How different is Mexico from the U.S.?
Mexico offers walkable beach towns, strong resort culture, and cheaper local transport. The vibe is very different, but in a good way.
Does the Caribbean have one weather pattern?
No. There’s a dry season, rainy season, and hurricane season timing matters more than people think.
Good starter destinations?
New York, DC, Charlotte, Cancun, Puerto Rico, and Barbados are easy picks for first-timers.
