Travel
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Dreamy A-Frame Cabins You Can Rent This Fall
The popularity of A-frame cabins soared from the mid-1950s through the 1970s as Americans with disposable income looked for inexpensive ways to build a vacation home. While they might not be as popular as they once were, A-frames still have…
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Fun Off-the-Radar Mountain Towns Across America
Forget your Aspens and Ashevilles, your Santa Fes and Sedonas. When it comes to mountain towns, we’d rather hunt down off-the-beaten-path spots where the dreaded boomtown status hasn’t yet detonated. In each of these tiny mountain towns across the country,…
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Human Remains, Ancient Ruins, and More Revealed By Climate Change and Drought
From extreme heat to severe drought to flooding, the effects of climate change have steadily produced troubling ripple effects around the globe, including food insecurity and natural disasters. Droughts have also prompted the past to bubble to the surface as…
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Unique Tiny Homes Around the World
Sure, tiny homes are cool and fun to look at, but after a while, they all start to look more than a little bit alike. That is not the case, however, with this roundup of miniature abodes. From jaw-dropping yurts…
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76 Attractions to See While Driving Across the Country
Cross-country road trips are as much a summer tradition as barbecues, fireworks, and clambakes. Packing up the car and heading off for adventures unknown makes for some of the fondest travel memories, especially if the trip involves stopping to explore…
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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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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 .…
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A Vegan’s Guide to New Orleans: Top Plant-Based Eateries in 2023
Renowned globally for its rich history, vibrant culture, and distinctive Creole and Cajun cuisines, New Orleans has long been known for hearty dishes like gumbo, jambalaya, and seafood boils. In recent…
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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…
