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6 Things You Should Do Naked on Vacation

Want to join a growing community of truly care-free travelers? Try going completely nude — a travel trend that’s slowly shedding its taboo reputation. Of course, I don’t mean doing anything illegal, like streaking at Machu Picchu or stripping down at Angkor Wat. Clothing-optional, adults-only tourism is well established in many places, from American beaches…

Last-Minute Labor Day Weekend Getaways from All Over the U.S.

Labor Day weekend feels like the last real weekend of summer, so we suggest celebrating with a bang. If you are still stuck on the fence on where to go, now’s the time to decide. From quick back-to-nature getaways to 24-hour party cities, we’ve got our top spots for your last long weekend of summer…

10 Outdoor Attractions You Can’t Miss in San Francisco

One doesn’t travel to San Francisco to sit indoors. The City by the Bay’s charm can only be soaked up by driving down the steep Lombard Street, walking along the wooden planks of Fisherman’s Wharf, and climbing Russian Hill in a creaking cable car. In other words, you must get outside and hit the hilly…

6 Airports That Are Destinations Unto Themselves

Photo courtesy of Flickr/firesock One might argue that waiting at the airport is the worst part of traveling. Sure, it’s a necessary step to get you to your final destination, but what if the airport was the whole reason you even made a trip? Believe it or not, some terminals are making this a reality.…

8 Awesome Booze Cruises in the U.S.

What’s better than a boat cruise that offers the chance to see your own city (or a brand-new one) from a different perspective? A boat cruise that offers the chance to see a city from a new perspective while enjoying a cocktail (or five). There’s just something exciting about hearing the sound of a boat…

Top 10 Gay-Friendly Beach Towns Around the World

Whether you’re looking to tan au naturel, hit up the hottest beachfront party, or de-stress with the soothing sounds of the waves, there’s a gay beach destination that will cater to all your needs this summer. According to a 2015 report, the global LGBT tourism market is valued at $200 billion in annual spending. And…

9 Touristy Modes of Transport That Are Way More Fun Than Your Commute

Most travelers arrive to a new destination with a list of landmarks they want to check off — a “must-see” lineup, if you will. But for many of us, we also come equipped with a list of “must-ride” diversions, too. Transportation can define a place just as much as any looming skyscraper or ancient castle,…

How to Plan a Jack Kerouac-Inspired Road Trip

With summer in full swing, now’s the time to plan a road trip. And who better to turn to for inspiration than author Jack Kerouac, whose adventures with the gang — Allen Ginsberg, William Burroughs, and his muse Neal Cassady — paved the way for “On the Road,” a novel which he penned in a…

9 Suburbs You’ll Actually Want to Visit

Stuck in the suburbs? Don’t fret. The best adventures are in front of you. Thanks to weddings, extended family visits, and perhaps even a business trip you were (not so) lucky to land, you’re bound to be headed to suburbia sooner or later. But just because you’re far from the big city you wish you…

D-Day Remembrance: 10 WWII Memorials in the U.S. Worth a Visit

Today is the 72nd anniversary of the Allies’ D-Day victory in WWII. For many of us, D-Day Observance is a time to remember, honor, and pay homage to our fallen family, friends, and countrymen. So here are 10 sites across the U.S. memorializing the soldiers who gave their lives for others, near and far, that…