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…
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…
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…
Miniature golf is an affordable activity for young and old alike and occasionally a step into fantastical surroundings. The game has been around since the 1920s, and today there are several thousand courses in the United States that run the…
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 to do it. Visit these popular spots in the off-season…
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 industry has been in town, a lot has changed —…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
People might mock how even a rumored connection to Founding Father George Washington gives historic cred to sites across the country, even centuries after his heyday. Well, if someplace has…
As a tourist, it’s tough to separate must-see attractions from those that just leave your wallet a little emptier. Businesses in every state try to lure out-of-towners with promises of…
Overseas travel will always be the best way to get a feel for other cultures, but the cost of plane tickets, accommodations, and sightseeing can put it out of reach…
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…
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…
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…
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…