Travel
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17 Incredible Feats of American Ingenuity Across the Country
Tales of American innovation never get old, and the nation is packed with reminders of the can-do spirit that has led to some of history’s most important landmarks, public works, and inventions. Though our list barely scratches the surface, it…
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24 Free or Cheap Things to Do in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., is one of the most tourist-friendly cities in the United States. Not only is the nation’s capital packed with historical monuments and museums — including the recently reopened Washington Monument — but many of the best attractions are free.…
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20 Most Dangerous Places in America for Pedestrians
Here’s a sobering statistic: between 2008 and 2017, drivers struck and killed 49,340 people who were walking on streets all across America — more than 13 people per day according to Dangerous by Design 2019, a study of pedestrian fatalities…
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14 Under-the-Radar Destinations in Latin America
South and Central America have iconic, bucket-list worthy spots — Machu Picchu, Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, etc. — that make the shortlist of many world travelers headed that direction. But adventurers should keep in mind that Latin America offers…
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20 Exceptional Bed and Breakfasts Across America
Bed and breakfast. The mere mention of those three words usually elicits one of two responses. Enthusiasm from those who genuinely love sharing their morning with complete strangers after sleeping on a bed of dubious quality. And eye-rolling from those…
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You Won’t Believe What These Rewards-Savvy Travelers Got for Free
While many travelers struggle to accumulate enough rewards points to book a paltry domestic flight, there are those who have managed to jet around the world like royalty (or something close to it), using points alone. Here are the tales…
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25 Most Luxurious First-Class Amenities
Many airlines are moving away from first class, instead upgrading lucrative business-class cabins that are within financial reach of more passengers. Still, the airlines that do still offer first-class travel…
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24 Ways to Take the Hassle Out of Booking Holiday Travel
Working out the logistics of holiday travel probably ranks somewhere between going to the dentist and filing taxes. Between the crowds (on the roads, in the air, and everywhere else)…
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40 Restaurants Where You Can See Dazzling Fall Foliage
Leaf-peeping season is just around the corner, a time that inspires nature lovers to hit the road in search of the season’s vibrant displays of color in picturesque and bucolic…
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42 Happy Hour Hot Spots Worth Leaving Work Early For
A good drink doesn’t come cheap most places. Except during happy hour, when two-for-one specials and savings on wine, beer, cocktails, and food make it easy to buy a round…
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15 Types of People Who Shouldn’t Visit New York City
Any New Yorker will tell you that there is a real love-hate dynamic about living in the city. The glamorous nightlife, delicious cheap eats, and one-of-a-kind boutiques come with a…
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19 Money-Saving Tips for Visiting National Parks
America’s National Park Service is more than 100 years old. Yellowstone was the very first national park, recognized by Congress in 1872. But the agency didn’t become official until President…
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10 College Towns That Retirees Love, Too
Just because you haven’t set foot on campus in decades doesn’t mean you should strike college towns from your list of places to visit or retire to. Many of the…
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Boondocking and Other RV Terms You Need to Know
Ready to embrace RV life? Whether you just want to rent an RV for a long summer road trip or are thinking about retiring and hitting the road full time,…
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Worth a Go: 20 Unique Bathrooms Every Tourist Should Check Out
From artistic designs to over-the-top luxury, these 20 public restrooms around the world attract visitors for far more than necessity.
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Cheap Labor Day Getaways in All 50 States
Although fall doesn’t officially arrive until Sept. 23, Labor Day weekend marks the end of summer for many Americans. With tourist season over, assuming the annual vacation budget hasn’t been…
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Best Things to Do in Baltimore, Charm City Guide
From blue crab spots to museums and free events, discover the best things to do in Baltimore, also known as Charm City.
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50 Movie and TV Locations Worthy of a Road Trip
Movies are often giant advertisements for the locations where they’re shot. The baseball diamond from the 1989 tearjerker “Field of Dreams” sees about 65,000 fans a year, proving true the…
