Destinations

  • AI-generated image of a national parks pass

    7 Incredibly Useful Passes, Perks, And Memberships To Sign Up for Right Now

    For many, the end of the year is a time of reflection and nostalgia. It’s also a time to set yourself up with some sweet annual passes and memberships that could help you save money. We narrowed down seven useful…

  • An AI-generated image illustrating two contrasting December trips. On one side, a festive ski resort: snow-covered mountains, skiers gliding down slopes, cozy lodges with roaring fires, and decorations like twinkling lights and pine trees. On the other si

    24 Best Places to Travel After Christmas

    The week between Christmas and New Year’s is an ideal time to steal away. You’ve celebrated Christmas, the holiday season is winding down, and many businesses and schools remain closed, making it easier to plot an escape, and it’s a…

  • Lewes Lights in  Lewes, Delaware, has become an annual tradition.

    Making Spirits Bright: Dazzling Christmas Light Displays to See in All 50 States

    Driving around to view Christmas light displays is a time-honored tradition for many families. Here’s a roundup of some of the most extravagant in every state that are worth a visit. Just be thankful you’re not paying the electric bills, which…

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    Long Layover? Unique Attractions Near Major Airports

    Most airports have decked out their facilities to give travelers a pleasant experience while passing the time between flights. But if you’re connecting through a city before your final destination and get a several-hour layover instead of a race from…

  • bison crossing the road at Yellowstone National Park

    21 Places to Safely See Wild Animals Up Close

    When we think of where to see wildlife, we often think of national parks or even state parks. And while these publicly owned treasures are certainly a great way to gaze upon North America’s wildest creatures, there are plenty of…

  • The Most Boring Major U.S. Cities

    With the cost of living continuing its ever-steady climb, the immense value of properly planning out whatever kind of travel plans you’re financially able to, can’t be expressed enough. The last situation you want to find yourself in is the…

  • downtown Bath, Maine

    Best ‘Main Street’ Shopping Districts in All 50 States

    With big-box stores, megamalls, and online sellers dominating the retail landscape, the pleasure of shopping at mom-and-pop stores in a quaint, small-town Main Street shopping district is getting harder to…

  • High angle upside down view of a woman holding smartphone with online ticket on screen, midsection and luggage blurred, ChatGPT logo, Google Bard logo, and a Google Bard chat

    How AI Can Save You Money on Travel

    Maybe you’re already using Chat GPT, Bard, and another large language model (LLM) to do everything from writing your marketing proposals to jazzing up your resume and teaching your kid…

  • Georgetown, CO, USA - February 12, 2020: 6th Street in Georgetown, historic center of the mining industry in Colorado during the late 19th century, winter scenery.

    The Coziest Small Towns in America

    If the winter season leaves you dreading the cold, dark, dreary days, why not escape to somewhere quaint and cozy?  The dating review site MyDatingAdviser compared 170 small towns across…

  • Several graves in Monumental Pere-Lachaise Cemetery, Paris, fisheye lens, on a sunny day in summer

    50 Famous Celebrity Gravesites Around the World

    Most people don’t have the chance to meet their heroes while they’re still alive, but almost anyone can pay them tribute after they’ve passed with a visit to their final…

  • Fancy swim-up pool bar with bartender

    14 Fabulous Swim-Up Pool Bars Across America

    Floating through crystal-clear water to refresh your margarita at a swim-up bar is no longer limited to private islands and luxury resorts. The concept of the swim-up pool bar started…

  • The Biggest Hotels in the World

    When it comes to size, some hotels tower over others, spanning hundreds of acres and including everything from bowling alleys and lazy rivers to wildlife habitats. We’ve pulled together 50…

  • ghost town school

    Spooky Ghost Towns Across America

    There is something unsettling about walking through an abandoned town, whether the buildings are crumbling and broken or still creepily intact, as though residents just disappeared into thin air. Some…

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    Haunted Hotels to Make Your Stay Spooky

    Some of America’s hotels have histories that are centuries old and reportedly still have guests that’ve long overstayed their welcome. Spend a night at one of these notoriously haunted hotels…

  • United States Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces

    This Is the Unhappiest State in America

    There are plenty of factors that play into overall happiness, and the past few years have been a challenge for some. COVID-19 impacted travel, businesses, and incidentally, happiness. But how…

  • Beautiful Havasu Falls in Havasupai, Arizona, USA during sunrise

    Stunning Photos of the World’s Most Hard-to-Visit Places

    Many gorgeous places rarely see tourists because they’re too remote, politically risky, expensive, or lack the infrastructure that makes trips doable. Others are simply closed to visitors. Still, nothing can…

  • Grave site of Frank Costello at St. Michael's Cemetery circa 1981 in East Elmhurst, Queens.

    Where America’s Most Famous Outlaws Are Buried

    Outlaws and criminals from the past are fascinating historical figures, and despite their crimes, some people want to pay their respects at their gravesites. There are many well-marked burial sites…

  • Where to Find the Best Meatballs Across America

    The children’s novelist Sharon Creech once wrote, “Life is like a bowl of spaghetti. Every once in a while, you get a meatball.” But if you crave a meatball more…