For many eaters, waffles are about as American as a food gets. But Belgian waffles, the kind featured in recent years at more great breakfast restaurants across the country, are a relatively new phenomenon. They debuted at the 1964 World’s Fair…
As the most biologically diverse and oldest ecosystems on the planet, rainforests are also some of the most beautiful and incredible natural landscapes to explore. The ecotourism ranges from nature-oriented theme parks where thrill-seekers can book zip lining and canopy…
When it comes to vacations, nothing spells relaxation and fulfillment quite like a private pool where you don’t have to fight anyone for a lounge chair or share bathrooms and changing rooms with the masses. To that end, we’ve rounded…
People love an amusement park ride near the water, be it by the sea or simply a large lake. Destinations with a bit of history have an enduring appeal, even more so this summer as we continue to emerge from…
From sprawling sculpture parks to downtown public art installations to colorful roadside attractions, there’s plenty of spectacular outdoor art to see for free — or almost free — across America. Beat the crowds, get some exercise, and enjoy the beautiful…
Millions of people have been to bucket-list attractions like Gettysburg and the Grand Canyon. Far fewer have had the privilege of visiting a building shaped like a giant muskie. Every state in the country has offbeat attractions, from the amusing…
If camping is all about unwinding in the great outdoors, glamping — or glamorous camping — is all about doing the same while retaining as many creature comforts as possible.…
If you own a recreational vehicle, your summer RV season might have started months ago when you began plotting your route and reserving sites. If you don’t own one, there…
Waterparks have been among the most popular summertime recreation attractions for decades. Here’s everything you never knew or never thought to ask about them. Related:Â The 20 Best Water Parks Across…
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’…
“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…
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 —…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…