Travel
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Royal Caribbean Unveils New Decked Out Cruise Ship — and It Looks Unreal
If you’re looking for an exhilarating vacation aboard a cruise ship that also doubles as the largest at-sea waterpark, Royal Caribbean’s newly unveiled Icon of the Seas may be right for you. The extravagant vessel is currently under construction, but…
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Airports of the Future: Game-Changing Features That Would Make Travel More Pleasant
The pandemic may have shut down travel for a spell in 2020 and 2021, but the world’s busiest airports used the time productively, adding amenities and sanitation measures, while upgrading the overall departure/arrival experience. Airport designers have looked at the practical…
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Haunted Destinations That You Can Rent for a Spooky Night
The spooky season is here again, so why not lean into it for some real chills? Rent a creepy or macabre place for a night or two, because nothing punctuates October like staying in a legitimate haunted house. Take a look…
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Houses Across America Made Famous by Movies
Ever fallen in love with a house after you saw it on the silver screen? Film crews scour the country for the perfect places for their characters to call home. While a handful are open for tours, most are home…
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What Old Jails Are Being Used for Now
What can you do with a former prison or jail? Pretty much anything you want, provided you have the imagination (and money) to bring about a transformation. Here are some former prisons and jails with second lives that just might…
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51 Spooky Graveyards Across the Country
Why pay admission to a haunted house to get spooked, when cemeteries and the paranormal seem to fit hand in glove, especially as Halloween approaches? In every state, there’s a graveyard where visitors have seen, heard, or felt spirits or…
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This Beloved Store Quit Black Friday For Good
Outdoor retailer REI has said it will be closed on Black Friday this year — and every year after. Gallery: 30+ Holiday Gifts to Buy Early Instead of participating in the…
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The Oldest Breweries in America
In 1915, there were roughly 1,300 breweries in the United States. That number dropped to zero with the arrival of Prohibition in 1920. And although a handful survived the Volstead…
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The Most Terrifying Places in America
Even those who don’t believe in ghosts must admit that tales of the supernatural can be particularly gripping, and certain places just have a general eeriness about them. Throughout the…
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32 National Monuments Everyone Should Visit at Least Once
If you’ve ticked off every destination on your national parks bucket list, then this list is for you: 32 national monuments across the U.S. that showcase the nation’s history, wildlife,…
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Historic Banks Beautifully Transformed Into Hotels, Restaurants, and More
With the rise of mobile banking, many bank buildings — including some architectural gems — have been repurposed into restaurants, hotels, bars, shops, breweries, and even arcades. Many retain their…
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Beware of Fly Vomit … It’s More Dangerous Than You Think
From unrepentant buzzing around your head to annoyingly painful bites on your ankles, flies are a nuisance from their slimy, squirmy maggot beginnings to their fly-swatter spatter endings. But as…
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25 Annoying Airline Upcharges That Are Actually Worth It
Fees are the price travelers pay collectively for accessible air travel, where there’s little mercy for checked luggage and more airlines charge for a carry-on. Are the fees worth paying?…
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The Deadliest Hurricanes and Other Natural Disasters in the U.S.
From deadly wildfires and heat waves to hurricanes, all forcing tens of thousands of people from their homes, natural disasters seem to be on the upswing — with more to…
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26 Reasons Why Staying at a Hotel Beats a Vacation Rental
Whether you’re Camp Hotel or Camp Airbnb/Vrbo, there are pros and cons when booking either option for your vacation or business trip. For some, hotels have been priced out of…
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Carry-On Essentials to Pack for Your Next Flight
Unless you’re chartering a private jet or at least living it up in first class, there’s no sugarcoating it: Flying can be downright uncomfortable — especially with lingering concerns and ongoing…
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Famous Crime Scenes You Can Visit Across America
Crime scenes can be fascinating places to visit. Many are historically significant and have commemorative markers or even a museum to learn about the events that took place there. Some…
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The Best RV-Friendly Drive-In Theaters Across America
Drive-in theaters date back to the 1930s, offering motorists the chance to catch a movie in the comfort of their vehicle. Many still remain in business today, offering the chance…
