Travel
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How COVID-19 Has Changed Labor Day Travel Hot Spots
With the end of summer comes Labor Day weekend, which in years past has signaled one last trip to close out the season. As it turns out, this year doesn’t look much different, despite a pandemic — except for the…
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Roadschooling: Meet the Parents Turning Their RVs Into Classrooms
Back-to-school hassles usually include finding the right brand of pencils or a backpack your kid doesn’t hate. This year, well, things are a little different. The pandemic means some parents will be overseeing at-home learning, often while trying to keep…
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12 Presidential Vacation Spots That You Can Afford
U.S. presidents certainly have a way of putting a vacation destination on the map, increasing its profile, prestige, and often price through their visits. The Clintons became a regular fixture each summer on Martha’s Vineyard during Bill’s presidency, the Bush…
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One of Chicago’s Best Seafood Restaurants Is Open for Takeout
No matter where you are in America — even away from the coasts — tasty seafood options aren’t far away. Once you decide to forgo the national chains, get off the beaten path, and take a chance on some local…
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You Have to Try These Famous Sandwiches in Denver and Beyond
Curtis Park DelicatessenDenver This neighborhood mom-and-pop shop has a limited menu, but its reviews are overwhelmingly positive. A veggie sandwich with portobello mushroom, red pepper, zucchini, red onion, goat cheese, and house-made pesto gets high marks and costs less than…
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Farmers Markets Where You Can Still Get Fresh Produce in Chicago and Beyond
Logan Square Farmers Market is one of countless farmers markets throughout the city, and though the in-person market is currently closed due to the pandemic, it’s still possible to get fresh fruits and vegetables from the market’s vendors by shopping online.…
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Pittsburgh Has One of the Oldest Hole-in-the-Wall Bars in the Country
Pittsburgh Gooski’s is beloved in Pittsburgh for its friendly bar service, cheap drinks, wings and Polish pierogies, and floor-shaking punk concerts, but their online presence is so little that it’s…
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20 Things You Never Knew About New England
New England is a fascinating and colorful corner of the country, a region steeped in history punctuated by the legendary events of the Colonial times. It’s also a place known…
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Where to Buy Bicycles That Are Made in America
Once upon a time, most of the bikes sold in the U.S. were American-made; these days, most bicycles and bike components come from China. But there are still plenty of…
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20 Important Questions to Ask Before Renting an RV
With many people steering clear of air travel during the pandemic, RV travel has become a new go-to — and for good reason. Taking a vacation in a recreational vehicle…
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RV Rental Company Comparison: Which Is Right for You?
As many travelers are opting for hitting the road in an RV over plane travel given the current concerns over COVID-19, some RV renters are on the hunt for the…
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The Hands-Down Best Cross-Country Road Trip You Can Take — Ever
Once you’ve sorted out the basics for your cross-country road trip — the best vehicle to take, the best time of year to go, the best items to pack, the…
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16 Historic Swimming Pools Around the World
They might be icons of a suburban backyard, but swimming pools have been in the mix as long as humanity has been attracted to water. If you’re lucky enough to…
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How RVers Are Helping Healthcare Workers Self-Isolate During the Pandemic
At around the same time that Krystal Muci first saw the RVs 4 MDs group in her Facebook feed, Barbara Ludwig, a nursing professor and registered nurse specialized in critical-care…
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Where Your State Ranks for Bicycle Safety
As the weather warms and lockdown-weary Americans look for ways to enjoy the outdoors safely, biking will be on many people’s minds. But when it comes to bicycle safety in…
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31 Historic Places Across America That You Can Tour Virtually
While most of us in the U.S. are sheltering in place at home, travel seems like a distant memory (or wishful thinking) these days. But social distancing doesn’t mean you…
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19 Virtual Tours of Famous Homes
Even if you feel trapped at home, it’s possible to get away and even travel to fabulous, famous houses and castles all across the world — using your computer and…
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The Best Takeout Mexican Restaurants Across the Country
There’s no need to sit down at a restaurant for tip-top Mexican food, much less head south of the border. The U.S. boasts Mexican restaurants serving delicious, authentic fare from…
