Travel
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15 Airline Amenities From the ‘Golden Age’ of Flying That We Want Back
Flights keep getting more expensive, and the number of perks keeps dropping. These days, you can’t even get a free meal like you could just a few years ago. Here are a few throwback fringe benefits we wish airlines would…
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American Airlines Tries New Boarding System That Publicly Shames ‘Gate Lice’
Do those boarding group numbers really mean anything when you’re boarding a flight? Turns out they don’t really, at least until now. American Airlines is implementing a new system that will finally call out those “gate lice,” as some people…
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The Cleanest (And Most Disgusting) Cruise Ships of 2024, According to the CDC
Cruise ships are floating petri dishes. Germs spread like wildfire thanks to endless buffets, tons of people, and confined spaces. That’s why sanitation on a cruise ship is so important to avoid major gastrointestinal outbreaks from infections like norovirus. To…
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Spectacular and Spooky Abandoned Roads Around the World
Roads have been a hallmark of civilization since antiquity, but even the best streets, avenues, highways, and boulevards eventually outlive their usefulness — and like all infrastructure, roads aren’t exactly easy to remove. Most commonly, they’re paved over with newer,…
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21 Must-Visit Restaurants That Starred in Your Favorite Movies
There are plenty of movies that actually set up shop (briefly) in real-life restaurants. Fun fact: though there really is a Mystic Pizza in Mystic, Connecticut, the movie about waitresses serving pies didn’t actually film there — it was too…
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16 Thrilling Halloween Celebrations at Theme Parks Across America
Theme parks come alive with extra thrills around Halloween, as winding mazes full of sinister surprises and foggy “scare zones” teeming with monsters complement the heart-pounding, gravity-defying rides. But don’t worry: For scaredy-cats and parents, there are family-friendly autumnal celebrations,…
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20 Abandoned Theme Parks Across America That Have Been Left to Rot
When you think of a theme park, images of crowds, roller coasters, and fun times probably fill your mind. But a theme park is a business and like other businesses,…
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The Best Beer Gardens Across America for Celebrating Oktoberfest
Beer gardens got their start in 16th-century Germany, but you don’t have to travel to Bavaria to find big outdoor patios, long communal tables, good food, and superb beer. Here…
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23 Bizarre Things That Have Been Banned Around the World
It’s not uncommon when traveling to seem like an idiot by doing something that is strictly off-limits in the country you are visiting. But the thing is, some countries place…
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Step Aside, Please: 15 Places You Should Never Stand
Life is an ongoing game of “Dodge the Obstacle,” but never more so than if you live in or visit an urban area. You must navigate around people’s dogs, their…
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15 of the Smallest Towns in America
In a country that boasts metropolises like New York, Miami, San Francisco, and Dallas, it’s easy to forget about the other end of the spectrum — small towns with populations…
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The Best Sports Bar in Every State
The humble sports bar is always going to be one of the best spots in town. Cheap beer, friendly patrons, and all televisions pre-set to TSN? What’s not to love?…
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Photos That Will Instantly Transport You to Childhood Road Trips
From the excitement of piling into the family car to the thrill of playing the license plate game in the back seat, there’s something magical (and nostalgic) about revisiting childhood…
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10 Clever Cheap Flight Tips, According to a Professional ‘Cheap Flight Finder’
Traveling is turning into a luxury for the rich. A recent Newsweek poll found that nearly half of Americans have ditched their summer plans because of sky-high airfares. Luckily, finding…
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America’s Biggest Buffets for When You’re More Than a Little Hungry
Buffets are beloved for offering an assortment of cuisines, appetizers, entrees, side dishes, salads, and desserts all under one roof. But if you want to head into one of these…
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These Stunning Custom Airstream RVs Are Perfect for Your Next Getaway
Airstream RVs, with their sleek design and futuristic yet retro vibes, have never gone out of style. Fans looking to take their RVs up a notch can customize their rides,…
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Photos: 16 Most Insanely Luxurious Hotels Around the World
Private butlers? Michelin-starred restaurants? Bespoke vacation activities? These amenities are just par for the course when it comes to the most luxurious hotels in the world. If you’ve got money…
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The Most Stunning State Parks in America
America’s stunning national parks usually get top billing, but they’re far from the only places to enjoy some of the nation’s best scenery. If you’d prefer not to battle the…
