It’s been 25 years since Harry Potter donned the Sorting Hat and joined the ranks of Gryffindor, and yet people still can’t get enough of the wizarding world. That staying power is driven in part by the series’ fans and…
If you have ever wondered what high-tech hotel suites on wheels look like, you’re in for a treat with these 10 travel trailers that include top-notch features and luxurious floor plans. There’s at least one on the list for every…
Barn conversions have become a popular trend, with farms dating as far back as the 1700s getting transformed into magnificent homes, restaurants, and venues. Many of these spaces retain traditional architecture features barns are known for — wood sliding doors,…
America’s popular summer tourist spots — whether visited in person via a virtual road trip — are often destinations imbued with layers of history, symbolism, memorable moments and sometimes, just plain ol’ surprises. Join us as we traverse the country…
One benefit of being retired is the luxury of time. Many seniors enjoy a fair amount of flexibility, which means ample opportunity to save big bucks on travel. By vacationing during the off-season and pouncing on limited-time specials, savvy seniors…
Being from New York gives you a certain attitude, fast-paced and totally unique, even a bit rough around the edges. There are aspects to everyday life that get so ingrained, it can be easy to forget that they don’t apply…
When you were a kid, amusement parks seemed gigantic. If revisiting the same parks seems different now, it’s not just your childhood memories that have changed. Theme parks are under…
Renting a car during a city-focused vacation can be a drag. Not only is renting a car outrageously expensive, but having to be responsible for parking and navigating traffic and…
Most of us understand the enticement of pretty much any swimming pool if the sun is beating down upon us and the temperatures are soaring. But there are pools, and…
Few American products are as iconic as the Airstream. Introduced in the 1930s with the Clipper model, not many trailers have invoked as much American nostalgia as these. But recognizable…
We rely on our favorite restaurants for a delicious meal, especially when they’ve reached iconic status. But some gorgeous restaurants serve up a feast not just for the taste buds,…
Traveling is enough of a thrill for most people, but some adrenaline junkies thirst for a more heart-pounding experience than placid sightseeing trips. Adventures abound all over the world, even…
There’s nothing like a drive-in to conjure memories of a simpler time, when less than a buck could buy you a juicy burger and fries. Like a lot of the…
American history is carried forward in many forms — from official monuments and museums to entire communities. But there is a surprising amount of history in our nation’s hotels, too.…
Living on the road while ticking off spectacular destinations on your bucket list is the point of RV life, but getting tied to a job in one location to help…
There are few things more refreshing on a hot summer day than taking a dip under a cascading waterfall. But while there are stunning and well-known falls around the country…
Summer’s scorching temperatures may make an afternoon at an air-conditioned Costco sound tempting, indeed — especially now that free samples are back. But during your quest for rotisserie chickens and…
Famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted said every city should have a large park for the “unbending of the faculties.” He designed some of America’s most famous grounds, beginning with…