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.…
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…
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 on a bed of dubious quality. And eye-rolling from those…
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 close to it), using points alone. Here are the tales…
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 settings. While driving along famed foliage routes is one way…
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 for your friends or even pick up the tab if…
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…
From artistic designs to over-the-top luxury, these 20 public restrooms around the world attract visitors for far more than necessity.
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…
From blue crab spots to museums and free events, discover the best things to do in Baltimore, also known as Charm City.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Every year, amusement parks unveil new attractions to give their loyal fans new thrills. For people with annual passes who go several times a year, that means they can always…
You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a fabulous Fourth of July getaway. In many places, it’s still possible to find accommodations well under $200 per night for…
Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start of summer and one of the most popular three-day weekends of the year. If your holiday weekend schedule doesn’t already involve a backyard cookout…
Summer is nearly here, and for many, that means it’s time to start finalizing vacation plans. For many, the consideration, however, isn’t where do I want to go, but where…