Destinations
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50 Best Small Towns to Visit in Winter
There’s something special about the charms of a small town during winter that warms the heart. Whether we’re strolling along a snow-dusted main street beneath twinkling holiday lights, or cozying up by the fire with hot chocolate after a fun…
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13 Destinations for Cheap Skiing in 2022
High-end ski resorts claim all the glamour, but a destination such as Aspen or Vail is not the place for budget-friendly skiing. These resorts typically charge well north of $100 for an adult lift ticket, not to mention the cost…
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The Most-Visited Tourist Destinations of the Past Decade
In the global popularity contest of destinations vying for visitors, there’s been one consistent favorite for nearly all of the past decade: France, the most visited country in the world from 2010 to 2018, according to United Nations World Tourism…
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Destinations to Avoid During the Holidays and Where to Go Instead
It’s no secret that the winter holidays are a challenging time of year to travel. The lines at the airport alone can be daunting, not to mention the crowds and sky-high prices at your final destination. While popular places like…
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22 Types of People Who Shouldn’t Visit California
For some people, not just aspiring entertainers, California is the place to be — sun and surf, celebrity sightings and luxe shopping, outdoor activities, and the sights and sounds of diverse cultures coming together. For others, though, any California dreamin’…
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20 Under-the-Radar Beaches Below the Equator
With winter rapidly approaching, now is the time to begin daydreaming about (or actively planning) a sun-soaked beach getaway. And while countless travelers head to the tried-and-true beaches of Florida or Mexico, real beach connoisseurs in search of smaller crowds…
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29 American-Themed Restaurants and Attractions Around the World
If you travel throughout America, you’ll find a near-countless array of restaurants, theme parks and even entire small towns attempting (with varying degrees of accuracy) to recreate the look, feel…
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Top 25 U.S. Cities for Craft Beer
More than 7,000 craft breweries, microbreweries, and brewpubs are operating across the country, according to the Brewers Association. With so many choices, finding the best cities for craft beer can…
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Frightfully Fun Halloween Parades and Parties
Sooner or later we all age out of trick-or-treating, but no one is too old to enjoy Halloween. While children gorge themselves on free candy and enjoy pumpkin patches and corn…
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17 Incredible Feats of American Ingenuity Across the Country
Tales of American innovation never get old, and the nation is packed with reminders of the can-do spirit that has led to some of history’s most important landmarks, public works,…
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24 Free or Cheap Things to Do in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., is one of the most tourist-friendly cities in the United States. Not only is the nation’s capital packed with historical monuments and museums — including the recently reopened Washington…
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14 Under-the-Radar Destinations in Latin America
South and Central America have iconic, bucket-list worthy spots — Machu Picchu, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, etc. — that make the shortlist of many world travelers headed that direction.…
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20 Exceptional Bed and Breakfasts Across America
Bed and breakfast. The mere mention of those three words usually elicits one of two responses. Enthusiasm from those who genuinely love sharing their morning with complete strangers after sleeping…
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You Won’t Believe What These Rewards-Savvy Travelers Got for Free
While many travelers struggle to accumulate enough rewards points to book a paltry domestic flight, there are those who have managed to jet around the world like royalty (or something…
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40 Restaurants Where You Can See Dazzling Fall Foliage
Leaf-peeping season is just around the corner, a time that inspires nature lovers to hit the road in search of the season’s vibrant displays of color in picturesque and bucolic…
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42 Happy Hour Hot Spots Worth Leaving Work Early For
A good drink doesn’t come cheap most places. Except during happy hour, when two-for-one specials and savings on wine, beer, cocktails, and food make it easy to buy a round…
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19 Money-Saving Tips for Visiting National Parks
America’s National Park Service is more than 100 years old. Yellowstone was the very first national park, recognized by Congress in 1872. But the agency didn’t become official until President…
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Worth a Go: 20 Unique Bathrooms Every Tourist Should Check Out
For tourists looking for the ultimate in free sightseeing, the most utilitarian attraction may be none other than a public restroom. There are bathrooms around the world that draw crowds…
