Destinations

  • JoCo Cruise

    Disco, ‘Star Trek,’ and More Themed Cruises You Won’t Believe

    Ever consider trying out a themed cruise, which have been gaining steadily in popularity over the last 20 years? If you’re an active military member or veteran, police officer, firefighter, or a teacher, you may be able to sail on…

  •  Tupper Lake, NY

    Charming Small Towns With Stunning Fall Colors

    This fall, take in America’s dazzling displays of autumn foliage in these delightful small towns from New England to the Southwest.

  • Pinewood Social, Nashville

    Cool and Classic Bowling Alleys Across America

    Flashbacks to loud, bustling bowling alleys are some of the most vivid, nostalgic memories we have. After all, in the late 1970s, more than 9 million of us were members of a bowling league. Though for a while it seemed…

  • Dawn at Harpers Ferry, View From Maryland Heights

    20 Small Towns That Shaped the Course of American History

    Philadelphia has the Liberty Bell. New York has Ellis Island. San Antonio has the Alamo. U.S. history isn’t just confined to its metropolises, though. Foundations and turning points can be found in the most unlikely of places, including small towns…

  • Academy Museum of Motion Pictures

    10 Must-See Movie Museums for Film Fans

    While we may be in the era of streaming, the golden age of cinema still lives on behind the walls of museums across the globe. Although Los Angeles remains film’s epicenter with several top-notch institutions, there’s plenty to see in…

  • Blue and red barbershop pole

    25 Old-Fashioned Barbershops Across America

    Shave and a haircut — two bits. Like the nostalgia of that barbershop-inspired call and response? Then you’ll likely love the tradition and history — or the recreating of history — at these classic (or classically inspired) barbershops around the…

  • Plane crash wreckage with forest in background

    TikTokker Explores Abandoned Plane Wreckage in the New Hampshire Wilderness

    A little-known plane crash is trending on TikTok after a hiker posted a video of the airplane’s abandoned fuselage on Mount Success in Coos County, New Hampshire. In the viral…

  • Knott's Berry Farm, Anaheim, California

    25 Places to Take the Family Now That Disney Is So Expensive

    To ease crowding, Disney raised the price of admission to its theme parks last year, with even children’s tickets exceeding $100 a day. The increased rates may inspire budget-minded travelers…

  • Sandstone Falls on the New River in West Virginia

    The Most Beautiful River in Every State

    America is full of stunning views in every state, and rivers are central to many of them. Of course, that’s no surprise: There are a staggering 3.5 million miles of…

  • Front view of Bodiam Castle in England from bridge across moat

    Enchanting Castles Around the World That Will Take Your Breath Away

    After two years of travel restrictions, faraway fairy-tale scenery is more enticing than ever. From former homes of clan chiefs and kings to current residences of noble families, here are…

  • Manitou Springs, Colorado, USA - October 24, 2015: Costumed people celebrating Halloween and particpating in the annual Emma Crawford Coffin Races along Manitou Avenue in Manitou Springs, Colorado

    Oddball Festivals Across America

    With perfectly curated Instagram photos at music festivals like Coachella and Stagecoach consistently flooding your feed, you might get the idea that festivals are reserved for spending hours planning your…

  • Cape Hatteras Light Station, North Carolina

    18 Spectacular Lighthouses Across America

    Lighthouses are historic and charming, and many remain active. Lighthouse enthusiasts travel the country to view and climb them, but even the uninitiated will thrill to the breathtaking panoramas from…

  • One Room School

    Charming Schoolhouses Across America

    As parents everywhere hope for a new year of in-person learning, it may be worth remembering that the tradition of school has survived despite changing dramatically, from lessons to classrooms…

  • A miniature golf course with a pagoda, palm trees and blue sky.

    Unique Mini-Golf Courses To Putt at Around the Country

    Miniature golf is an affordable activity for young and old alike and occasionally a step into fantastical surroundings. The game has been around since the 1920s, and today there are…

  • Mohonk Mountain House in New Paltz, New York

    Destinations for a Quiet Weekend Getaway

    Not a fan of crowds, lines, or round-the-clock partying? It’s certainly possible to have a relaxing getaway without any of that — but you won’t have to scrimp on style…

  • A group of men most likely surveyors and builders working on the new housing developement known as Hollywoodland pose for a portrait beneath the sign that was erected to advertize the site, circa 1925 in Los Angeles, California

    Hollywood: Then and Now

    We may think of the whole entertainment industry as “Hollywood,” but the actual Hollywood is a small part of the city of Los Angeles. In the 100-plus years the film…

  • 26 Vacation Rentals That Celebrities Love

    Wondering where celebrities love to stay around the world? Some of the most famous names in entertainment have stayed at rental properties ranging from beachside villas to neon-clad homes that…

  • The Wakely Home

    The Oldest Building in Each State

    The United States is a relatively young country, but it still has plenty of history to explore. And one of the best ways to trace America’s past is through its…