Destinations
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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’ minds. In order to find a more secluded spot in…
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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 favorite family restaurant, or somewhere else, one thing is for…
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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 — or you aspire to be — there are plenty of…
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Coolest Vacation Rentals Near Your Favorite Baseball Stadium
Buy me some peanuts and Cracker Jack and rent me a cool place to stay. Believe it or not, in Pensacola, Florida, it’s possible to stay overnight at an actual minor league baseball stadium. Don’t expect a similar offer from…
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15 Iconic Movie and TV Beaches You Need to Visit
California’s stunning and photogenic sandy shores have appeared in countless TV shows, as well as classic films such as “Forrest Gump” and “The Karate Kid.” But they’re not alone. Hollywood has made stars out of countless beaches across the country…
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18 Out-of-This-World Things to Do in Roswell, New Mexico on UFO Day
If you know anything about Roswell, New Mexico, it’s probably that something is believed to have crashed there in July 1947. The Roswell Daily Record quoted military sources as saying they recovered a “flying disc” at the site — before…
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24 Secluded Beach Paradises Around the World
After months of self-quarantine, you may be ready for that beach trip, but still not equipped to cope with crowds. Luckily, there are plenty of secluded stretches of sand to…
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Off-the-Grid Rentals for an Unplugged Vacation
We all need vacations once in a while. But sometimes you need a vacation so far from the reach of your cellphone’s reception that the rest of the world temporarily…
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The Best Lakefront Vacation Rentals Across America for a Peaceful Getaway
In need of a vacation? We feel you. While some folks like to head to the ocean, a lakeside getaway can be more relaxing and a better value for your…
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18 Roller Coaster Facts for Restless Thrill Seekers
Roller coaster fans were forced to put their hobby on hold during the COVID-19 pandemic, since amusement parks around the world were shuttered. With parks now reopening, here’s a roundup…
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Plum Guide: An Airbnb-Like Website That’ll Make You Want to Splurge
If you’ve ever walked into an Airbnb property and thought, “Boy, this is not as advertised,” we feel you. While some vacation rentals are exactly as wonderful as you’d hoped,…
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Plum Guide Vacation Rentals That’ll Make You Say Airbnb Who?
If you’re not yet familiar with Plum Guide, let us be the first to introduce you. It’s a lot like Vrbo and Airbnb, but it vets its properties extensively using…
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Hotels With Spectacular Views Across America
Looking to get away? If you’re spending time and money to recharge in a new location, we think you deserve the best of what that location has to offer, including…
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The 5 Best Cities for Public Parks — and the 5 Worst
Do you know where the closest park is and can you get there by walking? If the answer is no, you’re not alone. Some 100 million Americans — nearly one-third…
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28 Movie Locations You Can Visit in the U.S.
It’s no wonder filmmakers spend so much time trying to find the perfect shooting locations for their movies. After all, the willingness of an audience to suspend their disbelief can…
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Bike Season Begins: Is a Group Tour for You?
Maybe you bought a Peloton and are suddenly in the best shape of your life. Or you were lucky enough to score a new ride in a booming bike market…
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Most Iconic Staircases Around the World
What is a staircase? A means of getting from point A to point B, sure (unless you’re M.C. Escher). But stairs are more than functional. They can be figurative, fantastical,…
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Coolest Dog Parks Across America Worth Going Out of Your Way For
A park that allows dogs is one thing, but a genuine, bona fide dog park is a whole different day of adventure with your canine. The best dog parks aren’t…
