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15 Wacky Places You Can Rent on Airbnb Right Now

Ready to branch out on your next vacay? Airbnb can help: From a giant seashell to a tree house to...


15 Beaches with the Best Seashells in the World

Feast your eyes on these stunning destinations that are brimming with whelks, cockles, Scotch bonnets, and conchs.


18 Abandoned Churches and Synagogues That Are Chilling Yet Beautiful

They may not be used as places of worship anymore, but these old churches and synagogues are still awe-inspiring


The Most Popular Tourist Attraction in Every State

Whether you feel like taking a road trip, or you just need some fun facts to add to your dinner...


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Cleanest (and Dirtiest) Cruise Ships, According to the CDC

Norovirus is the cruise-vacation souvenir no one wants to bring home—so check out this list of the safest (and not-so-safe)...


Best Amusement Park in Every State

We've found the best double loop, wooden, and steepest roller coasters, plus splash-tactic water rides that come with a side...


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The 10 Best Airlines to Fly with Your Pets

Have fur, will travel. Here's everything you need to know about the most pet-friendly airlines.


20 Star Wars Filming Locations You Can Actually Visit

Whether you're an old-school Princess Leia lover or a Darth Vader diehard, what better way to spend Star Wars Day...

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18 Secrets Disney Cruise Line Employees Won’t Tell You

Keeping the Disney magic going while at sea takes more than a few tricks. These are Disney Cruise Line's best-kept...


97 Best Healthy Snacks You Can Get On-the-Go

We polled dozens of nutrition experts for their favorite healthy snacks you can buy, and we somehow managed to narrow...


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This Is What Really Happens When There’s Turbulence

Your airplane is shaking and trembling and even careening to one side. Your cup of water is dangerously close to...


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13 Surprising Things Your Airline Knows About You

From birthdays to beverage preferences to how your last vacation went, flight attendants reveal what they know about you—before you...


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16 Most Dangerous Airports in the World

Everyone from first timers to frequent fliers will be terrified while landing at any of these dangerous airports.


15 Trips Every Mother and Daughter Should Take Together

Whether you're a mom traveling with a school-age daughter or a grown daughter taking her mom on a special trip,...


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11 Best Vacations for Star Wars Super-Fans

You don't have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to experience the beloved sci-fi movies.


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10 Ancient Mysteries Researchers Still Can’t Explain

Stonehenge and Easter Island are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to unsolved mysteries.


13 Tourist Traps Around the World That Are Actually Worth Visiting

While some "must-sees" are over-hyped, the iconic sights ahead are worth braving the crowds (at least once), we promise.

Why Are There 5,280 Feet in a Mile?

Yes, you can blame Rome (and London) for the random number.


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15 Secret Phrases Pilots Say

Pilots have coded phrases they use to communicate delays, turbulence, and even warnings about annoying passengers.


The Funniest Street Names in Every State

You're about to learn the number one place you're sure to find a "Psycho Path" and why there's "Kno Place"...


This Is the Real Reason Why Hotel Rooms Have Bibles

No, they don't want to convert you.


Why More Airlines Are Starting to Charge for Carry-On Bags

Aviation officials say carry-ons bottleneck onboarding, affecting on-time rates and causing budget-busting delays.


We Know Where You’re from Based On What You Call These Foods

These 10 food words and names are completely different in different parts of the country. Which do you say—and which...

The Real Reason Hotels Use White Sheets

They're easiest to stain—but that's exactly why it makes sense!


This Is the Country Everyone Wants to Travel to This Year

Delicious food, great wine, and beautiful historic sites? Count us in.


Foods That Can Help You Beat Jet Lag

Jumping time zones? What you eat on the way to your destination can help reset your body clock and sync...


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13 Things Hotels Aren’t Cleaning as They Should

While bed sheets may take a tumble through the hotel washing machines in between guests, other room items aren't cleaned...


20 Reasons Maui Is the Best Hawaiian Island

Magical Maui offers a lifetime's worth of unique experiences, unparalleled scenery, and moments that make it the must-visit Hawaiian island.


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14 of the World’s Most Haunted Bodies of Water

All bodies of water have a primal lure, their beauty matched only by their haunting mystery. But these bodies of...