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6 Amazing Mother-Daughter Trips to Take This Year

By Michelle Gross

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, but let’s be honest—you never need an excuse to take a trip with your mom. After all, what better way to celebrate your bond and sneak in some quality time with the leading lady of your life? To help, we rounded up six awesome mother-daughter getaway ideas, from…

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7 Bioluminescent Beaches and Bays That Glow at Night

By Stefanie Waldek

You might have seen it in the Academy Award–winning film “Life of Pi”—a blue glow that grows as the main character Pi swirls the water. While this might be the work of CGI in the movie, it’s actually a real phenomenon. In bodies of water around the world, bioluminescent creatures, typically plankton, light up like…

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11 of the Best Nude Beaches in the U.S.

By Toby Orton

Whether it’s the dream of a uniform, an all-over tan, or the opportunity to free yourself in the company of like-minded naturists, taking it to the nudist beach is the best way to fulfill your disrobed destiny. Europe may be the first spot to come to mind when considering the idea, but from relaxed “clothing…

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The 7 Most Popular Destinations for Spring Break

By Jane Reynolds

While in many parts of the U.S. spring break arrives when the weather still isn’t very spring-like, many take advantage of this week-long holiday to visit somewhere warm. From great beaches to spots that just have a lot of fun things to do, we’ve put together a list of the best spots for spring break. …

Secret Getaways

8 Underrated U.S. Destinations That Should Be on Your Radar in 2021

By Katherine Alex Beaven

Travel is starting to pick up for 2021 and, if you’re anything like us, you’re already well on your way to planning your first big trip. And while there are plenty of big-ticket destinations worth a spot on your travel bucket list, we want to call out a few places that may have been overlooked.…

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10 Hotel Rooms That Encourage Naughtiness

By Lara Grant

Some hotels go all out to provide a sexy space for travelers looking to up the romance level, whether they’re celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, or hey—simply a kids-free Saturday. The more modest features these hotels offer include steamy whirlpool tubs or intimacy kits in the minibars, while more elaborate options include rooms equipped with erotic…

The Best Small Towns in America

By Neil Gladstone

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…

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Romantic

The 10 Best Short Romantic Getaways in the U.S.

By Megan Wood

Big on love, but short on time? No worries, we’ve got 10 U.S. destinations that are perfect for packing in a few days of romance. Whether you and your love want to take a beach vacation in Miami, soak away your cares in Palm Springs hot springs, or cozy up to the vineyards near the…

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7 Awesome Father-Son Getaways in the U.S.

By Toby Orton

Yes, Father’s Day is approaching, but you need not wait for the holiday to spend some quality father-son time together. And what could be a better way to strengthen your bond than by taking time away from everyday life and hitting the road for an adventure? Whether you’re the type of pair that embraces the…

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Wear Your Birthday Suit: 10 Hotels Where You Can Show EVERYTHING

By Lara Grant

Whether you hate tan lines and sand in your swim trunks, or just love the feeling of sunbathing au naturel, you’re in luck — as many resorts have instituted clothing-optional areas so the only suit you have to wear is your birthday suit. From full nude-friendly hotels to properties that have designated clothing-free pools, here…

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