Travel

  • Unique "Capitals" Around the U.S., like blueberries and rodeos

    From BBQ to Polka: America’s ‘Capitals of the World’

    In addition to well-known state capitals like Austin, Texas and Atlanta, the U.S. is also home to a treasure trove of underrated “capital cities.” Celebrated for their unique cultural, historical, or culinary contributions, these (typically) smaller towns have rebranded themselves as…

  • 9 Off the Beaten Path Travel Destinations in the U.S.

    Fact: America is beautiful. Another fact: America is enormous. Yet another fact: Many places that are gorgeous are losing appeal because of the crowds of tourists, and yet, on the other hand, there are places that are beautiful but fortunately…

  • Hole-in-the-Wall Italian Restaurants Guy Fieri Says You Need to Visit

    With a last name like Fieri (pronounced “Fee-eddy” if you want to impress your friends), you know there’s got to be some serious Italian flavor in the Mayor of Flavortown’s DNA. Italian through his paternal grandfather, Guy Fieri has visited…

  • McDonald's Paris outside

    These Absolutely Wild Reviews of McDonald’s in Paris Are Hilarious

    Paris is known for many things, but one of the most revered is the food. To dine in Paris is to dine where food has been worshiped and perfected for generations. There’s also a McDonald’s. And people choose to eat…

  • 8 American Cities to Avoid at All Costs This Summer, like Orlando, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C.

    8 American Cities to Avoid at All Costs This Summer

    It seems like during the summer, we are all bound to be reckless, and it’s in with the “Hooray, it’s summer, let’s make decisions we’ll regret later” and out with rational thinking. That rings true for making travel plans for…

  • Best Hotel Breakfast Buffets Across America, like the Lancaster, Ochid Key Inn, and Bavarian Lodge

    Best Hotel Breakfast Buffets Across America

    As Cheapists, we’re all about value when it comes to booking a hotel. What are we getting for the price? More often than not, if breakfast isn’t included with our hotel stay, we’re searching for an alternative. But which hotels…