Travel

  • Airbnb

    Airbnb Makes Big Changes to Search Functions, Guest Protections

    Airbnb just made some big changes, and it might make your vacations safer and more interesting.  The updates, which CEO Brian Chesky described as “the biggest change to Airbnb in a decade,” may be a welcome addition for travelers during…

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    These Acadia National Park Vacation Rentals Get 5-Star Reviews From Renters

    There’s something special about hiking around Acadia National Park. The 47,000-acre recreation area is located on Maine’s Mount Desert Island, with stunning views of the Atlantic coastline and dozens of trails that feature beaches, woodland, and granite peaks. The move?…

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    Cities That Look Even More Amazing At Night

    Everyone likes to dress up for a night on the town. That goes for cities around the world, as some places are best seen after dark. Read on for a round-the-globe sampling of destinations where nighttime is the right time…

  • Navigators Nest, Holiday Isle, Destin, Florida

    28 Mansions You Can Actually Rent

    If a getaway with a large family or group of friends is on the calendar, make the trip luxurious, memorable, and affordable — by renting a mansion. You don’t have to be one of the 1% to rent a little…

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    Breathtaking Natural Bridges and Arches Around the World

    Of all the different natural rock formations on Earth, arguably the most implausible-looking are the natural bridges and archways that form when wind or water erosion carves various pathways through once-solid rock over countless years. Here are 22 of the…

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    30 Beautiful Road Trips That Celebrate American History

    The story of America is one of territorial expansion and exploration, so it only makes sense that the best way to relive it is by traversing the land. Automobiles and industrialization may have transformed the landscape, but the places where…

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    20 Bucket-List RV Road Trips Around the World

    If you’re ready to hit the road for an epic RV adventure, there are plenty of beautiful places to travel. Although RVing is extremely popular in the United States, there…

  • Palace Diner, Biddeford, Maine

    Oldest Restaurant in Every State

    Running a restaurant is tough under ordinary circumstances — nearly 60% close their doors within three years of opening — and the pandemic has made staying in business even more…

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    The Coolest Off-Road RVs for Battling Rough Terrain

    If you’re planning on hitting the road in style — while also having the option of going completely off-road — a sturdy RV built for rough conditions is the only…

  • Michigan Central Train Depot, Grand Central Station in New York City

    Stunning Historic Train Stations Across America

    For about 100 years, from the mid 1800s until the middle of the 20th century, railroads ruled the nation. The major rail companies — Southern Pacific, New York Central, Baltimore…

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    The Most Luxurious Cruise Ships at Sea

    With each passing year, cruise ships grow more opulent and extravagant, with everything from retractable ceilings to butler’s pantries. The cream of the crop rival some of the world’s best…

  • mother bonding with her two little children at the beach

    The 20 Best Beaches on the West Coast

    California and the Pacific Northwest are home to many iconic and stunning stretches of beach. From the glamour of Malibu to the rugged, rock-strewn shores of Washington and Oregon, there’s…

  • Cannon Beach, Oregon

    30 Stunning Photos of Iconic Landscapes in the American West

    The American West takes more than its fair share of attention in the world’s imagination — unless you’re talking square footage, and then the West gets exactly its fair share.…

  • Ursuline Convent, New Orleans

    The Oldest Building in Major Cities Across America

    While the United States is a relatively young nation compared to the likes of China or countries throughout Europe, that doesn’t mean we’re lacking in the history department. There are…

  • Smog over Los Angeles

    The Dirtiest (and Cleanest) Big Cities in America

    For big cities across the country, not only is pollution back to pre-pandemic levels, but in some cases it’s worse, according to a study from LawnStarter that ranks 90 of…

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    These Are the Biggest RV Parks in America

    When most of us picture RV parks, we think of places with a few dozen sites, maybe a nice burbling stream, and space enough to meet the neighbors if we…

  • Mother, father, young son, and young daughter running on beach towards the camera, all are smiling and laughing, sand on beach with ocean in the background, light blues and white sky

    The 20 Best Beaches on the East Coast

    When it comes to the country’s most scenic and coveted coastlines, Americans tend to look west to California or even as far as Hawaii. But the East Coast is home…

  • Incredible Airbnbs in Atlanta With Private Pools

    If you’re planning a trip to Atlanta, you probably already have a couple of activities lined up in the city. Burgers at The Varsity. A World of Coca-Cola tour. A…