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Can You Guess the Country from Its Famous Landmark?

Test your smarts with this landmarks quiz.


The Best Bike Trail in Every State

Time to put your two-wheeler to good use on these scenic, fun bike paths—one in each state.


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11 Abandoned Mansions and Their Creepy Histories

Of course, mansions can be beautiful, sprawling signs of wealth—but these abandoned mansions and their incredible stories will give you...


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12 Disney Food Secrets You Didn’t Know Until Now

Knowing this insider information can make your Disney trip a lot easier—and more delicious.


The Oldest Cemeteries in Every State

Have you visited the oldest cemetery in your home state?


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16 Things Never to Forget When Traveling Overseas

When you pack these international travel essentials, you may still look like a tourist—but you certainly won't act like one.


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Here’s Why There Isn’t a Single Stop Sign in Paris

It has to do with Paris's traffic laws... and a possible stop sign heist.


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11 Things You’ll Find in Hotels Now That Didn’t Exist Last Year

With hotel occupancy at a historic low, hoteliers have had to rely on new sources of revenue to keep the...

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The History of Inflight Dining

As the airline industry has evolved over time, inflight dining has also changed much since making its debut over a...


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What Happens to Old Cruise Ships?

Like every other work of machinery in the world, cruise ships can't run forever.


9 Amusement Park Scandals That Rocked the Industry

It's all fun and games until someone gets hurt...or the powers-that-be make a terrible decision.


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8 Creepy Staircases in the Middle of Nowhere

Who knew stairs could be so spooky?


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Why You Should Never Leave Food in the Car

If you're still tempted to bring food with you and leave it in the car, time your journey.


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8 Famous Monuments That Are Hiding Little-Known Secrets

Wait, there's a WHAT behind Mount Rushmore?!



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This Is What Airfare Could Look Like in 2021

We talked to the operations manager of a flight deals site to explore how the pandemic has really affected airlines. Plus, find...


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The 8 Oldest Airlines Still Operating Around the World

In a notoriously volatile industry, these companies have proven they’re in it for the long haul.

The 12 Most Overlooked Landmarks in America

You've probably never heard of these before, but they're worth a visit.


50 of the Most Stunning Pictures of Fall Across America

These autumn photos will make you crave apple cider and plan your visit to the pumpkin patch


12 of the Most Beautiful Post Offices in the United States

Featuring everything from classical architectural styles to New Deal-era murals and sculptures, these post offices across America are surprisingly stunning.



22 Hidden Travel Gems That Are Way Cheaper in the Offseason

Get ready to pack your bags: With a flexible schedule, you enjoy an amazing getaway for a fraction of the...


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The 55 Best Road Trips in America

Nothing beats packing up the car, making some new playlists, downloading a few podcast series, and heading off for a...

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Your Guide to an Appalachian Trail Road Trip

You can drive or hike the famed Appalachian Trail, but it's much easier to make a road trip out of...


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Your Guide to a Route 66 Road Trip

Get your kicks on America's original road trip—this 2,448-mile journey from Chicago to Santa Monica is a trip down memory...


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Your Guide to a Route 93 Border-to-Border Road Trip

On paper, a border-to-border road trip along Route 93 is three countries, almost 3,000 miles, and 38 hours in a...


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The Best Day Trips in Every State

Sometimes the best adventures are just a short drive away and can be completed in 24 hours or less...


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10 of the Best Travel Trailers for Road Trips

Looking to join the RV revolution but not sure where to start? This handy guide will help you find the...


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Your Guide to Driving Down the Great River Road

The Great River Road—following along the mighty Mississippi River is the granddaddy of all road trips. Buckle up and get...