What’s Your North American Travel Energy?

1. It's Friday afternoon and you just booked a spontaneous long weekend trip. Where are you headed?

A buzzing city with great restaurants and nightlife

A national park with epic hiking trails

A beachside town where I can relax and unwind

Nowhere specific — I'll just drive and see where I end up

2. What's the first thing you pack when preparing for a trip?

A curated list of restaurants and bars to visit

Hiking boots and a trail map

Sunscreen, a good book, and a swimsuit

A road atlas and a playlist for the drive

3. Your ideal travel accommodation is:

A stylish boutique hotel in the heart of downtown

A rustic cabin or tent in the wilderness

A cozy bed-and-breakfast in a charming small town

A beachfront rental with ocean views

4. Which North American destination excites you the most?

New York City, New York

Banff National Park, Alberta

Tulum, Mexico

The ancient ruins of Chichén Itzá, Mexico

5. What's your go-to travel soundtrack?

Hip-hop and electronic beats that match city energy

Indie folk and acoustic tunes for the open road

Reggae and tropical vibes for beach days

Jazz, blues, or world music that tells a cultural story

6. How do you prefer to get around when traveling?

Walking and public transit — I love being in the middle of it all

On foot or by bike through trails and parks

By car on a long, scenic road trip

Slowly, stopping at every interesting small town along the way

7. What does your ideal travel meal look like?

A trendy restaurant with a creative tasting menu

Fresh seafood eaten right on the dock

A roadside diner with legendary pie and local charm

A traditional dish tied to the region's cultural heritage

8. Which activity would you most enjoy on a trip?

Exploring world-class museums and art galleries

Summit hiking with panoramic mountain views

Snorkeling or paddleboarding in crystal-clear water

Browsing a local farmers market and chatting with vendors

9. How do you feel about travel planning?

I love researching every detail — restaurants, shows, hidden spots

I plan the route but leave room for spontaneous detours

I research the history and culture of every place I visit

I barely plan — nature and small towns reward wandering

10. Which photo would you most likely post from your trip?

A stunning city skyline at golden hour

A misty mountain peak or a dense forest trail

A perfect sunset over the ocean

A quirky roadside attraction or vintage motel sign

11. What's your biggest travel priority?

Experiencing the best food and entertainment a place has to offer

Disconnecting from technology and reconnecting with nature

Learning about local history, traditions, and stories

Finding that perfect, undiscovered small town gem

12. Which North American road trip route sounds most appealing?

Pacific Coast Highway from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Route 66 from Chicago to Santa Monica

The Icefields Parkway through the Canadian Rockies

The Blue Ridge Parkway through historic Appalachian towns

13. When you arrive at a new destination, what's the first thing you do?

Head straight to the most iconic neighborhood and start walking

Find the nearest trailhead and hit the path

Drop my bags and walk straight to the beach

Visit a local museum or historical landmark to get context

14. Which souvenir are you most likely to bring home?

A limited-edition print from a local gallery or street artist

A handmade craft or piece of Indigenous art

A jar of local honey or jam from a small-town market

A vintage postcard or bumper sticker from the road

15. How do you feel after a great trip?

Energized and inspired by all the people and places I experienced

Refreshed and grounded after time in nature

Relaxed and recharged, like the ocean reset my soul

Richer in knowledge and deeply connected to a place's story