Destinations

  • friends toasting with beer glasses in the microbrewery

    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 be a daunting — if tasty — task, to say…

  • Little Five Points Halloween Festival and Parade, Atlanta, Georgia

    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 mazes, adults celebrate with their own sorts of revelry, from…

  • mother and son walking on airstrip

    Long Layover? Unique Attractions Near Airports in D.C. & Around the Country

    Most airports have decked out their facilities to give travelers a pleasant experience while passing the time between flights. But if you’re connecting through Washington, D.C., or some other city before your final destination and get a several-hour layover instead…

  • cars on Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

    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, and inventions. Though our list barely scratches the surface, it…

  • Washington, D.C. city view at a orange sunset

    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 Monument — but many of the best attractions are free.…

  • kuna yala in san blas

    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. But adventurers should keep in mind that Latin America offers…

  • Beltane Ranch, Glen Ellen, California

    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…

  • Sheraton Maldives Full Moon Resort

    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…

  • Canyon Kitchen in Jackson County, North Carolina

    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…

  • Retreat Gastropub, St. Louis, Missouri

    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…

  • happy family hiking together in the beautiful rock formations of Arches National Park

    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…

  • Kumutoto Toilets, New Zealand

    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…

  • daughter taking photos of her parents and sister on the beach

    Cheap Labor Day Getaways in All 50 States

    Although fall doesn’t officially arrive until Sept. 23, Labor Day weekend marks the end of summer for many Americans. With tourist season over, assuming the annual vacation budget hasn’t been…

  • Baltimore skyline

    The Best Things To Do In Baltimore

    In contrast to President Donald Trump’s recent disparaging remarks, Baltimore, affectionately nicknamed Charm City, offers locals and visitors alike plenty to explore, including a rich history, diverse culture, delicious food…

  • Chesapeake Bay beach during sunset.

    20 Beautiful Beachside Campgrounds Across America

    For most people, camping is all about getting lost in the wilderness, but it doesn’t have to be. Beach bums on a budget, rejoice: There are tons of places to…

  • Goulash Disko Festival, Vis, Croatia

    32 Bucket-List Festivals for Every Music Fan

    More than a collection of concerts, music festivals are supposed to be an experience of their own. That’s why the best ones are as much about the setting and social…

  • American flags flying proudly on front porches of a small town during a holiday

    Patriotic Travel Destinations in All 50 States

    Packed with America-themed holidays, summer is the season of patriotism, coming to a head on Independence Day. In some places, however, Fourth of July festivities and spectacular fireworks are just…

  • Amman, Jordan sunset over Roman Ruins

    30 Beautiful Destinations for Taking Photos Around the World

    While the Eiffel Tower in Paris and the pyramids in Egypt are classic choices for travel photographs, there are countless lesser known destinations that are equally — if not more…