Travel
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Amazing Places to Take a Selfie in All 50 States
For better or for worse, selfies have become emblematic of today’s high-tech, mobile modern culture. Self-portraits are nothing new, of course, but smartphones and tablets make it easier than ever to snap photos of yourself (and your friends) and display…
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24 Food Halls and Markets That Offer a Taste of Something for Everyone
Public markets where vendors sell produce, prepared foods, and other goods have always served as community gathering places and hubs of edible commerce. Nowadays, food halls, a similar concept that brings together local restaurants and food stalls in one space,…
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Why Costco Japan Is a Shopper’s Dream, From Sushi to Appliances
With its vast warehouses, bulk products, and jumbo pizzas, Costco seems to follow the American maxim that bigger is better. Yet, the warehouse store has thrived in 11 countries across a variety of cultures — though with some adjustments. At…
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22 Underrated Places to Retire in the U.S.
As retirement nears, many people make lists of possible places to spend their golden years. Some even look outside the country to take advantage of the currency exchange and other benefits, although that presents challenges. These U.S. locales have gotten…
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Tallest, Fastest, and Wildest Theme Park Record Breakers
The Top Thrill Dragster, one of Cedar Point’s most impressive coasters, has officially been shut down after a year-long hiatus because of a serious injury caused by a flying part in 2021. But adrenaline junkies need not despair. There are…
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Vintage Photos of Classic American Road Trips
The road trip is a quintessential summer vacation experience. Nearly 9 in 10 Americans plan to hit the road over Fourth of July weekend, according to a Cars.com survey https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/carscom-88-of-holiday-travelers-remain-committed-to-their-july-fourth-road-trip-despite-high-fuel-costs-301576536.html . At the same time, nearly three-quarters say their plans have…
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Once-in-a-Lifetime Experiences Worth the Extravagant Price Tag
Ever dream about what you’d do if you hit a million-dollar jackpot? For many, the answer is simple: “Travel the world.” But travel is a different ballgame when you have…
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Fall for Less: Cheap Destinations for Off-Season Travel
As the summer rush winds down, anyone lucky enough to have leftover vacation days can score some cheap travel deals. In many places, fall means cooler weather, fewer crowds, and…
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15 Affordable Fall Getaways for Empty Nesters
Waving goodbye to children leaving home can be highly emotional for parents. As difficult as it can be to get used to an empty nest, parents can look forward to…
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Best Places to See Spectacular Fall Foliage
The explosion of color as green leaves turn gold, blood-red, chartreuse, deep purple, pumpkin orange, and other brilliant autumn hues — not to mention the sounds and smells of a…
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16 Gorgeous Weekend RV Trips to Take This Fall
There’s nothing quite like a fall camping trip. The combination of the crisp air, vibrant fall colors, and lack of crowds can make fall one of the best seasons for travel.…
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The Cost of a Beer and a Hot Dog at Every MLB Ballpark
A day at the ballpark is a summer ritual, and no game is complete without a cold beer and a hot dog. But at most baseball stadiums, both are a…
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The World’s Most Romantic & Beautiful Train Trips
There’s something romantic about a long train ride that you just can’t get from a road trip — often, it’s the leisure of being able to watch the countryside roll…
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Over-the-Top Celebrity RVs
Celebrities do everything bigger than the rest of us. Bigger homes, bigger vacations, bigger clothes, and of course bigger vehicles. It’s not just the fancy cars they drive, but some…
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Best Urban Parks: 33 Idyllic Parks That Bring Nature to the City
Famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted said every city should have a large park for “unbending of the faculties.” He designed some of America’s most famous, beginning with New York…
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The Ultimate ‘Go Bag’ Checklist: 9 Essentials To Always Pack for an Emergency
In an ever-changing world, natural disasters and emergencies can strike without warning — leaving those who are unprepared at a disadvantage. Preparedness isn’t just about ensuring the safety of yourself…
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The Biggest Volcanic Eruptions in Human History
Volcanic eruptions can cause disaster on a shocking scale, as the 2022 eruption on the South Pacific island of Tonga showed. The underwater eruption was so intense that it propelled enough…
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The Most Overlooked Travel Cities in America
The United States is full of interesting destinations, but some cities just seem to hog all the buzz. Big-name draws such as New York, Washington, New Orleans, and San Francisco…
