Travel

  • Manitou Springs, Colorado, USA - October 24, 2015: Costumed people celebrating Halloween and particpating in the annual Emma Crawford Coffin Races along Manitou Avenue in Manitou Springs, Colorado

    Oddball Festivals Across America

    With perfectly curated Instagram photos at music festivals like Coachella and Stagecoach consistently flooding your feed, you might get the idea that festivals are reserved for spending hours planning your outfits and partying with your friends while listening to live…

  • a baby tocker, a fire extinguisher, a cantaloup

    Dangerous Products That Had to Be Recalled

    Consumers often take product safety for granted, but accidents happen — and sometimes those accidents are deadly. In the case of the UPPAbaby Ridge Jogging Stroller, the item was recalled before things reached that level. After a report of a child’s…

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    You Won’t Believe These Shipping Container Transformations

    Shipping container architecture — sometimes called cargotecture — has exploded in recent years, and that growth is expected to continue. One report projects that the residential cargotecture market size will reach more than $73 million by 2025 — up from…

  • Cape Hatteras Light Station, North Carolina

    18 Spectacular Lighthouses Across America

    Lighthouses are historic and charming, and many remain active. Lighthouse enthusiasts travel the country to view and climb them, but even the uninitiated will thrill to the breathtaking panoramas from on high (and sometimes from the ground). Here are lighthouses…

  • One Room School

    Charming Schoolhouses Across America

    As parents everywhere hope for a new year of in-person learning, it may be worth remembering that the tradition of school has survived despite changing dramatically, from lessons to classrooms to lunches, over the years. Buildings used to be one-room…

  • A shot of the oceanfront community, east of the historic colonial district of Old San Juan.

    Best Cruises for Senior Couples Under $100 a Night

    Cruising in your golden years just makes sense. No driving, no stairs, 24/7 room service, and a calendar packed with activities and shore excursions. It’s a low-effort holiday for time-rich seniors eager to keep seeing the world. With some careful…

  • Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz, New York

    Destinations for a Quiet Weekend Getaway

    Not a fan of crowds, lines, or round-the-clock partying? It’s certainly possible to have a relaxing getaway without any of that — but you won’t have to scrimp on style…

  • Houseboat Turtle Bay Villas on the Water

    The Cheapest ‘OMG’ Airbnb Rentals Around the World

    Thanks to Airbnb’s new “OMG” category, travelers can stay in a range of quirky vacation rentals ranging from converted school buses and sky-high treehouses to a Beatles-themed submarine surrounded by…

  • A group of men most likely surveyors and builders working on the new housing developement known as Hollywoodland pose for a portrait beneath the sign that was erected to advertize the site, circa 1925 in Los Angeles, California

    Hollywood: Then and Now

    We may think of the whole entertainment industry as “Hollywood,” but the actual Hollywood is a small part of the city of Los Angeles. In the 100-plus years the film…

  • 26 Vacation Rentals That Celebrities Love

    Wondering where celebrities love to stay around the world? Some of the most famous names in entertainment have stayed at rental properties ranging from beachside villas to neon-clad homes that…

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    The Oldest Building in Each State

    The United States is a relatively young country, but it still has plenty of history to explore. And one of the best ways to trace America’s past is through its…

  • Glacier National Park in Montana

    The Best Remote Vacation Spot in Every State

    Sometimes the best vacations are the ones that don’t just allow us to get away from home, but to get away from other people as well, which is especially appropriate…

  • JetBlue and Spirit Airlines side by side images of planes in the sky

    JetBlue’s Bid to Buy Spirit Could Bring Higher Fares

    JetBlue Airways’ bid to buy Spirit Airlines to create the nation’s fifth largest carrier may be a good deal for New York-based JetBlue, but how it will affect consumers will…

  • Mountain rescue helicopter takes off from green mountainside in the Swiss Alps. The helicopter is used for mountain rescue as well as general transportation in the mountainous Bernese Oberland region.

    Hiking Horror Stories — With Happy Endings

    Hiking is supposed to be a relaxing way to exercise and enjoy nature, but if you don’t bring enough water, miss the “no trespassing” signage, or lose sight of the…

  • Passport with custom entry stamps in-front of information board at airport

    These Are the World’s Most (and Least) Powerful Passports

    If you want to travel internationally, you’ll need a passport. But not all passports are equal: Citizens of some nations, such as the United States, can visit far more countries…

  • Boracay, Philippines

    25 Destinations Where Your Dollar Goes Far

    When planning a vacation in a foreign country, finding inexpensive lodging and transportation is an important first step, but there are also the costs for food, additional travel, shopping, and…

  • woman with small backpack taking photo of Yosemite

    Epic Hiking Trails Around the World

    Looking for a fun, adventurous, and affordable summer vacation? Go take a hike — literally. Hiking is a great way to see waterfalls, mountain peaks, and alpine meadows without spending…

  • Boatwerks Waterfront Restaurant Holland

    The Restaurant With the Best View in Every State

    The best restaurants keep regulars coming back for ambiance and atmosphere as much as for the food — and nothing says ambiance like a stellar view. Every state in the…