Travel
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Gorgeous Painted Stairs Around the World
Trudging up a steep staircase doesn’t have to be a chore. Walkable cities, small towns, and cultural institutions around the world have used art to transform the routine act of climbing a staircase into a memorable walking experience. Here’s a…
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How to Have a Fun Trip With Grandchildren
As we continue to emerge from the pandemic, grandparents keen to make up for lost time are planning trips with their grandchildren for this summer and beyond. It’s a win-win-win: not only for the grandparents and grandchildren making memories but…
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25 Epic Off-Road Adventures Across the U.S. and Canada
The landscape of North America is vast and home to a variety of different terrain. While there are extensive highways stretching across the U.S. and Canada, there are plenty of looser, or even unmarked territories, for adventurous drivers to explore.…
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The World’s Coolest Rainforests
As the most biologically diverse and oldest ecosystems on the planet, rainforests are also some of the most beautiful and incredible natural landscapes to explore. The ecotourism ranges from nature-oriented theme parks where thrill-seekers can book zip lining and canopy…
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These Sites Can Save You Serious Money on Travel
After more than a year of COVID-19 restrictions, Americans are traveling again in big numbers. That doesn’t mean economic issues are in the rearview mirror. The good news is there are plenty of websites that can help you save on travel,…
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Vacation Rentals With Pools That’ll Make You Never Want to Leave
When it comes to vacations, nothing spells relaxation and fulfillment quite like a private pool where you don’t have to fight anyone for a lounge chair or share bathrooms and changing rooms with the masses. To that end, we’ve rounded…
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28 Historic Beachside Amusement Parks Across America
People love an amusement park ride near the water, be it by the sea or simply a large lake. Destinations with a bit of history have an enduring appeal, even…
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Beyond the Museum: Spectacular Outdoor Art You Can See for Free
From sprawling sculpture parks to downtown public art installations to colorful roadside attractions, there’s plenty of spectacular outdoor art to see for free — or almost free — across America.…
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Coolest Tiny Home Rentals on Airbnb and Vrbo
It’s said that good things come in small packages, and that’s certainly true of many Vrbo and Airbnb tiny house accommodations. Over the past few years, the houses have become…
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This Is Why Your Summer Vacation Will Cost More This Year
With lockdowns in full force and health concerns a constant companion, 72% of Americans skipped summer vacations in 2020. Change is on the horizon, however, as people look to make…
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78 Weird Tourist Attractions Across America
Millions of people have been to bucket-list attractions like Gettysburg and the Grand Canyon. Far fewer have had the privilege of visiting a building shaped like a giant muskie. Every…
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30 Crazy-Expensive Glamping Retreats for Upscale Social Distancing
If camping is all about unwinding in the great outdoors, glamping — or glamorous camping — is all about doing the same while retaining as many creature comforts as possible.…
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24 Affordable Camper Alternatives for Escaping the Crowds
If you own a recreational vehicle, your summer RV season might have started months ago when you began plotting your route and reserving sites. If you don’t own one, there…
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Fascinating Facts About Water Parks — and a Few Disturbing Ones
Waterparks have been among the most popular summertime recreation attractions for decades. Here’s everything you never knew or never thought to ask about them. Related: The 20 Best Water Parks Across…
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30 Serene and Secluded Lakes Worth the Drive
Summer isn’t summer without some time spent on a lake. Yet after months of staying home, visiting a lake is not a unique proposition and is probably on many folks’…
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Best Spots for Comfort Food Across the South
“Comfort food” means many things to different people, and it can also look a little different depending on where you travel. Whether you find it at a hole-in-the-wall diner, your…
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13 Effective Sunscreens That Will Leave You With Money to Burn
Sunscreen should be worn year-round as part of an everyday routine, not just on hot, sunny days or at the beach — and most people don’t use enough. Dermatologists recommend…
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Bird Watchers Flock to These 15 Prime Spots Across America
For many, bird-watching is a casual backyard diversion; for others, it’s a hobby that demands top-notch binoculars and a good travel-rewards card. If you’re the latter kind of birder —…
