Destinations

  • Dillon, South Carolina, USA, March 23, 2019-Garish colors on the famous South of the Border restaurant draw travelers in on Route 95 just South of the North Carolina border.

    Tourist Traps to Avoid in Every State

    For better or worse, tourist traps are part of the American landscape. Countless overhyped, colorful, quirky, and sometimes downright mystifying spots draw sightseers nationwide — at least, when a pandemic isn’t making travel too dangerous and complicated for such silliness.…

  • Katz's Deli in NYC Pastrami Sandwich

    20 Classic American Sandwiches, Ranked

    A sandwich ranking? Are we out of our minds? Why would anybody undertake such a thing? Because the people need to know, that’s why. To compile a generic “best” list for sandwiches is an impossible task, and to choose only…

  • Female tourist arriving in hotel, completing documents.

    16 Things You Should Never Overlook When Checking into a Hotel

    On the surface, your hotel room might seem clean … but if you take the time to really inspect it, you might be surprised at how dirty it actually is. Sadly, many hotels focus on quick turnaround rather than a…

  • An entrance to the Buc-ee's convenience store on June 12, 2024 in Luling, Texas.

    Buc-ee’s Opens New Travel Centers This Week. Here’s the Full List

    Buc-ee’s is at it again — adding not one, but two new travel centers to its growing empire of gas pumps, jerky walls, and spotless bathrooms.  The latest additions land in Virginia and Georgia, giving more road-trippers a chance to…

  • Cioppino from Anchor Oyster Bar in San Francisco

    11 Essential California Foods You Have to Try

    Many things define California, from beachy skies and snowy mountaintops to evergreen forests and vast stretches of desert. But one of the state’s most vibrant characteristics is its culinary identity, which, believe it or not, consists of more than just…

  • a photo of old broken purpule boat

    Once Popular Tourist Hotspots That Are Now Totally Abandoned

    What would a popular tourist destination look like without the crowds? From ghost towns and desolate amusement parks to deserted resorts and radioactive cities, these destinations around the world were once thriving tourist hotspots but have been abandoned for years.  The…

  • Ben's Chili Bowl

    The Best Chili Joints in America

    Chili is one of America’s more controversial culinary topics: With beans, or without? Vegetarian or con carne? Texas, New Mexico, Cincinnati, or Coney-style? Is it a standalone food, or a…

  • Motown Museum

    Amazing Places to Learn About Black History on Juneteenth

    Many places in America honor the struggles and contributions of African-Americans. See what’s at the Motown Museum, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum, and more.

  • Hanging out on a Californian beach, 1965.

    39 Vintage Beach Photos of Summer Fun

    History isn’t just stuffy old books and Civil War reenactments. History is also beaches, where humans have gathered since the dawn of time. While beach attire has certainly changed, the…

  • A couple in an open-top car driving past a sign advertising Hollywood's Olympic drive-in theatre in Los Angeles, California. Original Publication: Picture Post - 5298 - Two Men In Hollywood - pub. 1951

    20 Vintage Photos of Drive-In Movie Theaters

    A traditional movie theater has a set of rules, though only one of them is truly the important one: Sit down, turn your phone off, keep your trap shut, and…

  • Famous Foods From 32 American Cities

    Sampling local cuisine is a priority for most travelers, and certain foods are so synonymous with their native cities that it ought to be illegal to visit without eating them.…

  • Cheesecurds in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    It’s NFL Draft Day in Green Bay: Discover Wisconsin’s Most Iconic Foods

    Diehard football fans are excited about heading to Green Bay for this year’s NFL Draft. As a Wisconsinite and Packers fan myself, I agree that experiencing Lambeau Field and the…

  • Exeter is a town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States.

    The Most Underrated Town in Every State

    Whether you’re planning a road trip, cruising toward retirement, choosing colleges, moving for work, or just looking for a change of pace, every state in America has a destination that you’ve…

  • Patio seating with view at Kai restaurant in Chandler, Arizona

    The One Bucket-List Restaurant to Visit in Every State

    Ready to splurge on the finer things in life? We’ve scoured the country for some of the most swoon-worthy cuisine in every state. Be forewarned: These spots aren’t where you…

  • woman traveler in europa- Alhambra in Spain

    The Top 25 Best Cities For Budget Travelers

    Looking to travel more in 2025, but feel like it’s too expensive? We’re with you on that one. There are places you can travel for cheap, though. A recent study…

  • 12 Bucket-List Cruises for Seniors and Retirees

    The explosion of cruise ship companies has coincided with the golden years of baby boomers, once the largest demographic cohort ever. Seniors and retirees who have saved and prepared for…

  • New Orleans USA  Feb 1 2016: Mardi Gras parades through the streets of New Orleans. People are celebrating and welcoming locals and visitors. This is the biggest annual  celebration  of the city.

    Fun Mardi Gras Facts That You Didn’t Know

    “Let the good times roll!” is the official approach to Mardi Gras in New Orleans. There’s much more to this annual tradition than partying.  Read on for our sampling of…

  • 12 April 2018 - New Orleans, Louisiana / United States: Jazz musicians performing in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, with crowds and neon lights in the background.

    The 25 Best Cheap or Free Things to Do in New Orleans

    Zesty seafood, live music, and elegant architectural gems converge in New Orleans. The city was battered in 2005 by Hurricane Katrina, but has made a comeback. Tourists are again indulging…