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7 Manmade and Natural Attractions to Visit Before They Vanish

We love travel and adventure, but being a globally-minded citizen means recognizing when the things we love are disappearing. From grand glaciers in Montana to penguins on the Galapagos Islands, some of the world’s treasures may not be here past our lifetime thanks to climate change and other factors. We can do our part to…

Top 6 Destinations Out West to Visit This Fall

Fall typically conjures images of New England getaways, packed with apple picking, snuggly sweaters, pumpkin-flavored treats, cozying up by the fire, and strolling among the changing leaves. But the East Coast isn’t the only area that gets to have all the fun. In fact, there are plenty of destinations out West that are perfect for…

Face-Off: Yellowstone vs. Yosemite

Photo courtesy of Flickr/edward stojakovic America’s National Park Service is turning 100 this year, which is just one of many reasons to celebrate the epic beauty of two great wilderness preserves: Yellowstone and Yosemite. Both parks offer exciting activities and postcard-ready vistas. But deciding which to visit (if you must pick one) takes some intensive…

How an 11-Day Summer Road Trip Was My Longest (but Cheapest) Vacation

Photo Credit: Alex Webster Booking an all-inclusive stay in Mexico or the Dominican Republic may seem like the best option for budget-minded travelers, but road trips across America can be far cheaper. In my case, I traveled from Seattle to Denver over 11 days in June/July 2015 and spent only $115 on accommodations the entire…

6 Family-Friendly Destinations That Aren’t Disney

For some families, there’s no better destination than Disneyland or Disney World. The costumed characters like Mickey and Snow White, abundance of rides like Space Mountain, and nightly shows mean boredom will not be a factor. But with long lines, expensive admission and dining options, and huge crowds, “The Happiest Place on Earth” definitely isn’t…

The Hottest Destinations for 2016 Travel: Oyster Editors’ Picks

Here at Oyster, we’ve been to thousands of incredible places around the world, from the tropical jungles of Costa Rica to skyscraper-filled Dubai. And while there are some destinations that are continuously on our travel list — Paris, Miami, and Berlin (you can never go too often!) — we thought long and hard about which…

The 11 Best National Parks in the U.S.

The U.S. is home to 58 national parks, all filled with breathtaking landscapes and rampant wildlife…so narrowing this list down to 10 was difficult. After considering location, accessibility, and scenery, we picked the 10 parks that must make your must-visit list — whether it be for a week-long camping excursion or just a couple of…