Travel

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    The Most Terrifying Places in America

    Even those who don’t believe in ghosts must admit that tales of the supernatural can be particularly gripping, and certain places just have a general eeriness about them. Throughout the United States, numerous graveyards, old homes, prisons, and hotels have…

  • Kasha-Katuwe Tent Rocks — Close-Up view of the largest tent rocks

    32 National Monuments Everyone Should Visit at Least Once

    If you’ve ticked off every destination on your national parks bucket list, then this list is for you: 32 national monuments across the U.S. that showcase the nation’s history, wildlife, and stunning natural wonders. And another is soon to be…

  • The O'Neil Hotel Lobby

    Historic Banks Beautifully Transformed Into Hotels, Restaurants, and More

    With the rise of mobile banking, many bank buildings — including some architectural gems — have been repurposed into restaurants, hotels, bars, shops, breweries, and even arcades. Many retain their original 19th and 20th century design, with the financial institutions’…

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    Beware of Fly Vomit … It’s More Dangerous Than You Think

    From unrepentant buzzing around your head to annoyingly painful bites on your ankles, flies are a nuisance from their slimy, squirmy maggot beginnings to their fly-swatter spatter endings. But as obnoxious as those bites might be, they aren’t the most…

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    25 Annoying Airline Upcharges That Are Actually Worth It

    Fees are the price travelers pay collectively for accessible air travel, where there’s little mercy for checked luggage and more airlines charge for a carry-on. Are the fees worth paying? Is a little bit of luxury worth forgoing the absolute…

  • New Brunswick, NJ USA - September 2, 2021: City of New Brunswick flooded after Hurricane Ida. The flooded roadways and highways of the City of New Brunswick, NJ after flooding from hurricane Ida.

    The Deadliest Hurricanes and Other Natural Disasters in the U.S.

    From deadly wildfires and heat waves to hurricanes, all forcing tens of thousands of people from their homes, natural disasters seem to be on the upswing — with more to come. Hurricane Ian is barreling down on Florida, with an…

  • Close up of young beautiful business woman drinks water on a plane

    Carry-On Essentials to Pack for Your Next Flight

    Unless you’re chartering a private jet or at least living it up in first class, there’s no sugarcoating it: Flying can be downright uncomfortable — especially with lingering concerns and ongoing…

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    Famous Crime Scenes You Can Visit Across America

    Crime scenes can be fascinating places to visit. Many are historically significant and have commemorative markers or even a museum to learn about the events that took place there. Some…

  • Cars parked at Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre waiting for film to begin at dusk.

    The Best RV-Friendly Drive-In Theaters Across America

    Drive-in theaters date back to the 1930s, offering motorists the chance to catch a movie in the comfort of their vehicle. Many still remain in business today, offering the chance…

  • Kroondal, South Africa€“ - July 25, 2015: North West Winter Craft Beer Festival held at Brauhaus am Damm. Manager Walter Stallmann explaining process to tour group.

    15 Drinking Pilgrimages Worth Taking

    One of the best ways to stock your bar at home is by visiting where favorite spirits, wines, and beers are made. Not only will you have the chance to…

  • Celebration banner in streets of Old San Juan Puerto Rico

    30 Things You Didn’t Know About Puerto Rico

    Hurricane Fiona pummeled Puerto Rico over the weekend, resulting in power outages for much of the island. Widespread flooding with more than 2 feet of water, with more rain on the…

  • Giant Stalagmites in Carlsbad "Big Room"

    21 Free and Cheap Underground Spaces to Explore

    Some of the coolest spots you’ve never heard of may lie right beneath your feet. From one-of-a-kind caves to commuter walkways to “underground cities” from the early 1900s, there are…

  • RV driving through Arizona

    How Much RV Can You Get for Your Money?

    The best deals on recreational vehicles tend to come in the fall. If you’re looking, the time to cash in on discounts may be now. But no amount of luck…

  • Pint Glass on Bar Top - New York City Dive-Bar

    Historic Dive Bars Across the Country

    The term “dive bar” doesn’t always signify a saloon of questionable reputation. Many watering hole owners are embracing a new definition: a no-frills establishment where you can find a stiff…

  • Costco Camp Burning Man

    There’s a Costco-Inspired Camp in the Desert for Finding Your ‘Soulmate’

    In the middle of the Black Rock Desert, nestled between goggled partygoers and towering effigies, you can find the strangest Costco in the world. This unofficial Costco location — subtitled…

  • California: 2019 Airstream Globetrotter

    The Coolest RVs for Rent Across America

    Being able to go online to rent a house on wheels wasn’t really all that possible for the average person less than 10 years ago. If — like so many…

  • Kabanes de Kerforn Tiny Floating Homes

    Gorgeous Floating Cabins You Can Actually Rent

    If the idea of drifting off to sleep while listening to lapping waves or drinking your morning coffee or evening cocktail while taking in the views over the water appeals…

  • Port Townsend, WA. Downtown marina with boats and historical buildings.

    Beloved Seaside Villages Perfect for Vacationing

    Many of us are feeling that a proper vacation is long overdue. The ocean beckons, but we really want to avoid the predictable — and the crowded. Read on for…