Destinations

  • The beach at Coney Island, New York City, circa 1960.

    Nostalgic Beach Destinations Across America

    In the early 20th century, American families started flocking to sandy shores for sun, sea, and a break from the daily grind. Today, some of the oldest beaches in the U.S. still exude that timeless charm, offering a nostalgic escape…

  • McDonald's Paris outside

    These Absolutely Wild Reviews of McDonald’s in Paris Are Hilarious

    Paris is known for many things, but one of the most revered is the food. To dine in Paris is to dine where food has been worshiped and perfected for generations. There’s also a McDonald’s. And people choose to eat…

  • 11 Old-Fashioned Towns That Are Seeing a Resurgence in Popularity.

    11 Old-Fashioned Towns That Are Popular Again

    Old-fashioned towns across America are often overshadowed by the allure of sprawling urban centers like Los Angeles and New York. These quaint spots, with their charming main streets and historic buildings, often struggle to attract tourists who are drawn to…

  • landscape shots of National Park Alternatives, including Canyonlands, North Cascades, and Capitol Reef

    12 Overcrowded National Parks — And Where to Go Instead

    Celebrated for their stunning natural beauty and unique landscapes, our national parks offer us a wonderful chance to connect with nature, discover diverse ecosystems, and experience the tranquility and grandeur of the great outdoors. But as beautiful and majestic as they…

  • Cool Swimming Holes in Every State

    Cool Off, America: Here’s Where to Swim in All 50 States

    Beat the heat at stunning state swimming holes, including spring-fed gems—just remember to stay safe where no lifeguards are on duty.

  • a bar, two drinks

    30+ Classic Hole-in-the-Wall Bars That Have Survived the Decades

    It’s almost impossible to define what makes a bar great, but longevity is often an important indicator. To survive and retain a core group of regulars as a community changes around it, a bar must have something special, even if…

  • pacific coast highway

    The Most Scenic Highway Drive in Every State

    With spring well underway, now is normally the time to start planning your next road trip, keeping in mind that the journey is more important than the destination. The trips…

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    The 10 Best Breakfast Chains Across America

    Fast-food breakfasts offer plenty of conveniences, like quickly pulling up to a McDonald’s drive-thru to grab an egg McMuffin on your way to work. But for those mornings when you…

  • AI-generated image of a woman traveling on a long flight

    11 Travel Hacks You Need To Know To Survive a Long-Haul Flight

    While traveling offers incredible opportunities to become immersed in new cultures, cuisines, and experiences, getting to these destinations can be daunting and exhausting. This is especially true if you have…

  • Restaurants with long wait lines, Di Fara pizza, Pecan Lodge barbecue, Sushi Kashiba sushi

    21 Restaurants with Crazy Lines But Are Still Worth the Wait

    How long would you be willing to wait to nosh on your favorite food? At some popular restaurants around the country, the answer might shock you: three, even four hours…

  • vacations no longer worth it cover photo

    10 Vacation Destinations That Are No Longer Worth It Because They Cost Too Much

    Remember the good old days of being able to factor multiple vacations, even family vacations into your plans for the year? If you’re still someone who does that, consider yourself…

  • Las Vegas welcome sign

    32 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Las Vegas

    If this year’s Super Bowl in Las Vegas has you dreaming of a trip to America’s gambling mecca, we have a few frugal suggestions. While Las Vegas may be made…

  • An AI-generated image of a run down hotel with a huge sing on top that reads "Don't Stay Here."

    9 Hotel Red Flags You Can’t Afford To Ignore

    You need to keep your wits about you any time you check into a new hotel. With AI-generated content flooding the online world, it’s not at all far-fetched to suggest…

  • The Acropolis of Athens, UNESCO world heritage in Greece

    25 of the Oldest Cities in the World

    With some 10,000 cities around the world to explore, there are plenty of opportunities to dig into the history of those locations when you visit. You might have wondered how…

  • Three images of weird theme parks around the world

    The World’s Oddest Theme Parks

    For many families, theme parks and fun have long gone hand-in-hand. But while most revelers go for things like roller coasters, bumper cars, and corn dogs, several theme parks around the…

  • Bavaro Beach, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, tourists walking on the beach along colorful bungalows with souvenirs, palm trees and a bright blue sky in the background

    10 Countries You Can Emigrate to If You’re Over 50

    The number of Americans giving up their citizenship and hightailing it for other countries looks to be on the rise again — maybe because offices processing the requests are getting…

  • US Air Force Academy, Colorado - Sep 22, 2017: A B24 bomber model in front of the famous Cadet Chapel

    Visit These American Iconic Buildings and Monuments

    The country’s full of awe-inspiring natural wonders — but those made by man (and woman) are equally impressive. The architect behind a design or the creation’s history, style, or purpose…

  • Historic Anaconda  'Where Main Street Meets The Mountains"

    Towns With Oddball Names in Every State

    From Eek, Alaska, to Christmas, Florida, American towns have taken on some unusual names over the years. Sometimes they pay tribute to an early founder.  Sometimes they reflect the local…