Places And Travel
The National Parks Where You Can See Fossils
See fossils in five national parks where ancient remains reveal the animals, plants, and environments that existed long ago.
The Largest State Park Outside Alaska
The Largest State Park Outside Alaska is New York's Adirondack Park, some 6 million acres of ancient mountains, more than 3,000 lakes, and 101 towns.
9 Best Towns In Scotland For Retirees
From St Andrews golf to Nairn's beaches, these 9 Scottish towns offer retirees coastal calm, castles, and settled community life.
10 Most Hospitable Towns In Germany
Located right in the heart of European Union territory, Germany really knows how to roll out the red carpet and provide a warm welcome to travellers.
9 Safest Towns In New Zealand For Senior Living
Discover the safest towns in New Zealand for retirees, offering low crime, reliable healthcare, walkable communities, and an exceptional quality of life.
The Largest Desert State Park In America
The Largest Desert State Park In America is California's Anza-Borrego, over 600,000 acres of badlands, wildflowers, bighorn sheep, and dark night skies.
11 Of The Most Adorable Small Towns In California
California’s prettiest towns reward wandering, from Solvang’s windmills to Ferndale’s Victorians and Cambria’s pine-framed coast and coves.
6 Old-Timey Mining Towns In Montana
Visitors who want to experience the old frontier will find the following old-timey mining towns the perfect destinations for a road trip.
5 Tick Infested Areas In South Dakota
In 2025 the South Dakota Department of Health reported about 85 visits to the emergency room for a tick bite per 100,000 residents.
The Best Summer County Fairs In New Mexico
Plan a summer trip to New Mexico county fairs featuring rodeos, livestock shows, live music, and Southwestern traditions.
The Scariest Bridges To Drive In The United States
The Scariest Bridges To Drive In The United States rise hundreds of feet over open water, with narrow lanes, strong winds, and no shoulder to pull over on.
10 Most Breathtaking Towns In Wisconsin
Wisconsin's towns mimic other cultures with authentic architecture, creating unique destinations valued for their views and history.
11 Ozarks Small Towns With Unmatched Friendliness
Meet friendly Ozarks towns across Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma with scenic rivers, local festivals, and warm small-town hospitality.
9 Best Towns In Colorado For A Two-Day Recharge
Colorado abounds in amazing destinations that make a weekend trip feel extra special and here are its 9 best towns for a two-day recharge.
The State Parks With The Best Fishing
Where to catch walleye, trout, tarpon, and more: 8 state parks with the best fishing in America, plus the gators and carp that come with them.
Where People Are Moving To On Florida's Emerald Coast In 2026
Florida has long been the dream destination for families, retirees, and erstwhile vacationers. Here's where people are moving in the Emerald Coast in 2026.
Where People Are Moving To In The Northern United States In 2026
The Midwest is quietly winning movers in 2026, with Minneapolis and Indianapolis flipping to net inflow. Meet 12 affordable Northern cities on the rise.
12 Stress-Free Pennsylvania Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Whether it's a train ride through Lehigh Gorge or kayaking the calm waters of Raystown Lake, these Pennsylvania towns embrace a slower pace of life.
The National Forests With The Most Grizzly Encounters
Since federal protection in 1975, grizzlies in Yellowstone and Northern Rockies have increased to over 1,000, inhabiting heavily traveled backcountry.
7 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In South Carolina
South Carolina's beautiful main streets are lined by historic brick buildings and foliage, surrounded by town squares and iconic institutions.
The National Parks Where Summer Is The Worst Time To Go
Death Valley, Zion, and the Everglades all hit their worst stretch in July. Here is when to go instead, from monsoon season to peak mosquitoes.
10 Offbeat North Carolina Towns To Visit In 2026
Discover ten small North Carolina towns known for pottery, rail rides, coastal legends, mountain views, and offbeat local history.
11 Best Towns In Nebraska To Retire Comfortably
Consider affordable Nebraska towns where retirees can enjoy scenic parks, reliable amenities, and welcoming small-town communities.
What It Would Take To Regrow An Old-Growth Forest
It doesn't take much more to regrow old growth forest than allowing time to take its course. The main thing humans can do is preserve what still exists.
The 7 Can't-Miss Towns In Connecticut
Regardless of what your dream vacation looks like, you shouldn’t skip these seven can’t-miss towns in Connecticut and their many attractions.
9 Most Charming Town Squares In Minnesota
These charming town squares found in Minnesota are surrounded by notable features, often including buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.
9 Of The Most Adorable Small Towns In New York
Regardless of where you intend to travel or what you want to do, you’ll find something to enjoy in one of these nine most adorable small towns in New York.
The Best State Parks In Appalachia
These Appalachian state parks feature towering waterfalls, wild ponies, deep gorges, and the highest peak east of the Mississippi.
The Counties Bigger Than Some Countries
The Counties Bigger Than Some Countries, where San Bernardino, Coconino, and Alaska's vast census areas dwarf whole nations like Germany and Belgium.
Which State Has The Fewest State Parks?
Which State Has The Fewest State Parks? By official count it's Nebraska, with just 8, a quirk of how the state sorts parks from its recreation areas.
11 Prettiest Small Towns In Croatia
Croatia's prettiest small towns earned their looks the honest way, growing beautiful on the truffles, mills, and stonework that kept them alive.
9 Prettiest Small Towns In England
Discover nine of England’s prettiest small towns, from Castle Combe’s stone cottages to Clovelly’s car-free lanes and Keswick’s lakeside views.
The Largest Temperate Rainforest On Earth
The Largest Temperate Rainforest On Earth is the Pacific Temperate Rainforest, running 2,500 miles along the coast between Alaska and northern California.
11 Of The Friendliest Towns In Victoria
11 Of The Friendliest Towns In Victoria takes in Beechworth's gold-rush streets, Daylesford's mineral springs, and Port Fairy's coastal folk festival.
Why Some Forests Need Fire To Survive
Why Some Forests Need Fire To Survive: fire is part of a natural cycle that clears debris, recycles nutrients, and renews fire-dependent ecosystems.
The State Parks With Dinosaur Tracks
The State Parks With Dinosaur Tracks range from a climate-controlled dome in Connecticut to Texas riverbed prints that only surface when the water drops low.
9 Best Towns In Arizona For Retirees
From Route 66 gems to mountain retreats, discover 9 affordable Arizona towns where retirees can enjoy sunshine and recreation.
The Best Summer County Fairs In Hawaii
Hawaii’s summer county fairs and festivals bring local food, carnival rides, farm exhibits, handmade goods, and community traditions to the islands.
8 Best Oregon Towns For Retirees
Explore the best Oregon towns for retirees, where Sisters, Baker City, Pendleton, and The Dalles pair low costs and no sales tax with the outdoors.
7 Best Alaska Towns For Retirees
Retirees looking to move to Alaska will find towns where harbors, fjord cruises, bear-viewing trips, and Russian or Norwegian landmarks stay close to home.