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While big cities may get mentioned more often in travel guides and on Instagram feeds, small towns offer distinctive opportunities to interact with history, navigate lesser-known pathways, and even post pictures to social media that everyone hasn’t already seen. Here are 12 small towns (most with a population under 10,000) that are worth turning off…
Island vacations likely bring to mind images of sunny beaches in foreign countries, but there are plenty of great islands in the U.S. While almost every state on the coast has a few islands (even Alaska has over 2,000 off its shores), we have a particular love affair with U.S. islands in the South. Whether…
Embarking on a road trip across the United States has been instilled as an American pastime, thanks to iconic works like “Thelma and Louise” and Jack Kerouac’s “On the Road.” In less romanticized terms, road trips can fill an itinerary with bucolic countryside scenery, natural wonders, and off-the-beaten-path adventures. Summer is the season of choice…
Pool at Hampton Inn and Suites St. Petersburg Downtown/Oyster It’s not even fall, but we’re already starting to plan our escape from winter. We love snow and hot cocoa as much as the next person, but there always comes a time when we need to defrost, even if it’s just for a few days. Luckily,…
We did a ton of research to create this list of the 11 most budget-friendly beach destinations in the U.S. Staying stateside saves you money on travel, and these locales go a step further with several value-packed hotels, inexpensive activities, and cheap dining options. Some are primed and ready for your summer vacation, while others…
You know the feeling: You have your towel, beach chair, and sunglasses in tow, ready for a relaxing beach vacation, when you’re met with hordes of tourists looking to do the same. While some spots are worth braving crowds for, we’re often looking to get some peace and quiet, where we can listen to the…
Everyone likes a day at the beach, and vacations alongside crashing waves are unbeatable. However, common wisdom might tell you that staying on or near a beach isn’t a budget-friendly option. Or, perhaps you think that you’ll have to put up with too many compromises, ultimately making your beach time less than ideal. To help…
Wherever you are on the political spectrum, we should all agree that it’s important to celebrate the role of other cultures and races in shaping our history—and some may feel it’s more important now than ever. Observed every February in the U.S. and Canada (and in October in the U.K.), Black History Month reminds us…
If you want to enjoy the warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico without splurging on an all-inclusive resort in Cancun, never fear. We’ve created a list of the best beach towns along the Gulf Coast that are perfect for a warm-weather getaway that doesn’t require a passport. They’re filled with sandy shores, warm water,…
New Orleans and Rio may have two of the most famous Mardi Gras celebrations, but neither place is the original home of the holiday. In fact, it was two French-Canadian explorers who brought Mardi Gras to the city now known as Mobile, Alabama at the turn of the 17th century, about 15 years before New…
