There were already legions of loyal food truck fanatics who always preferred restaurants on wheels before the pandemic. But when America’s restaurant industry collapsed, a whole lot of sit-down traditionalists realized that they’d been ignoring gems that had been hiding…
As summer arrives in full force, in many places, so do the bugs. If you’re like most outdoor enthusiasts, mosquitoes and black flies are on your list of things to avoid on summer vacation. To help you plan your vacation…
People travel thousands of miles to visit the world’s largest and tallest waterfalls, but there are thousands of waterfalls throughout the United States that are easier and cheaper to enjoy. Tall, short, cascading, and plunging, they are often wondrous or…
Long before supermarkets, general stores were at the heart of Americans’ commercial lives, especially in smaller rural communities where they served as a town hub. Remnants of this outmoded way of shopping can still be found today at dozens of…
More than any other postwar decade, the 1960s are as much a legend as they are an actual decade — and one full of contradictions, meaning different things to different people. It’s easy for older generations who lived it and…
It’s no secret that state fairs are home to some of the craziest foods you can stomach, but theme parks are no slouch, either. While you tend to find a little more variety and a little less shock value in…
All-inclusive resorts make vacations easy and can be a good value considering all they have to offer, especially when they’re not in faraway tropical locales. Although they’ve long been associated with…
There are plenty of reasons to look forward to summer, not the least of which is the endless variety of festivals that take place in every state in the country.…
Move over, Disney. There’s no need to spend several thousand on a Florida dream vacation. While theme parks and fancy resorts snag a large chunk of tourists’ attention (and dollars),…
Established in 1919, Zion National Park has welcomed visitors to its breathtaking environs for over a century. Its trademark reddish canyon walls make sunrises and sunsets an unparalleled viewing experience,…
Spending lazy days at the lake might be the most American of vacations. Afternoons in a canoe, evenings making s’mores by the fire — trips to the lake are all…
A few days at the beach can be a great way to escape everyday life and enjoy some simple pleasures — collecting seashells, watching the sun set, and perhaps surfing…
Have you ever had a barbecue bucket list? If you’re an avowed meat-eater, you probably should. Smoked meats of all kinds have a long history in the United States, and…
From the blare of jet planes to the drone of TVs, modern society bombards us with sound. Many travelers are seeking a little peace and quiet, and since the pandemic,…
Not everyone has the gumption to hike the entire 2,200 miles of the Appalachian Trail, a trek commonly known as a thru-hike. But if you’re tackling one of the world’s…
Yosemite is one of America’s crown jewels. What better way to enjoy 5-star scenery than with a 5-star rating on a Yosemite National Park vacation rental home? Our list includes…
Situated in Montana’s Rocky Mountains, Glacier National Park is a stunning wilderness area spanning over 1,500 square miles. For many vacationing in the region, it’s a destination for hiking, biking,…
Cruises lines are constantly competing for the best new amenities, and the rush to recover from the pandemic’s catastrophic effect on business has made it even more important to lure…