Places And Travel
Texas Hill Country
Texas Hill Country is a 25-county region of Central Texas known for rolling limestone hills, spring-fed rivers, German heritage towns, and wineries.
Where Young Families Are Putting Down Roots In Oregon
Many young families are transforming Oregon with new homes, schools, and neighborhoods, especially along the Columbia River.
9 Off-The-Beaten-Path Towns In Iowa
Explore nine off-the-beaten-path towns in Iowa, where quiet streets, local charm, and hidden gems reveal a different side of the state.
The Best National Parks In Appalachia
The Best National Parks In Appalachia are Great Smoky Mountains, Shenandoah, and New River Gorge, protecting ancient peaks, waterfalls, and wild rivers.
These 10 Towns In North Dakota Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026
Ten North Dakota towns ranked among US favorites in 2026, where Medora, Minot, Rugby, and Jamestown pair Badlands, Scandinavian heritage, and big skies.
11 Quirkiest Pacific Coast Towns To Visit In 2026
Skip the stock photo. From Jake the Alligator Man to a pumpkin weigh-off, these 11 quirky Pacific Coast towns hand you a story instead.
How Many National Forests Are There In The United States?
How Many National Forests Are There In The United States? There are 154, covering more than 188 million acres of public land across 43 states and Puerto Rico.
9 Quirkiest The Great Lakes Towns To Visit In 2026
The Great Lakes region is full of fun, quirky towns available to visit for a weekend, or longer if strung together as an entire vacation.
7 Most Underrated Towns In the Ozarks
Discover seven underrated Ozark towns with historic downtowns, mountain scenery, river access, local festivals, and quieter alternatives to the region’s better-known destinations.
The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In The United States
Crescent City redwoods, Bristol's mountains, Marquette's Lake Superior shore: nine beautiful US towns with home values below the national average.
Why Bison Vanished From Almost Every National Park
Why Bison Vanished From Almost Every National Park: overhunting and habitat loss nearly wiped them out before parks existed to protect the herds.
9 Gulf Coast Small Towns With Unmatched Friendliness
Oyster docks, sponge boats, and festivals built by volunteers make these Gulf Coast small towns the friendliest on the water.
The State Parks With The Most Dangerous Cliffs
The state parks with the most dangerous cliffs, from Colorado's Eldorado Canyon to Utah's Dead Horse Point and New Hampshire's deadly Mount Washington.
6 Best Towns Near San Jose For Retirees
See the best towns near San Jose for retirees, from budget-friendly Los Banos and Hollister to walkable Los Gatos, Ben Lomond, and seaside Capitola.
The National Parks That Are Bigger Than Some States
The national parks that are bigger than some states, from Alaska's Wrangell-St. Elias, larger than nine states, to Glacier, which just edges out Rhode Island.
9 Towns in the Finger Lakes with Vibrant Downtown Areas
These small towns in the Finger Lakes have notably vibrant downtown areas that are wonderful for a visit, such as Watkins Glen in New York.
9 Top-Ranked Towns in Florida for Retirees
Florida offers ideal retirement with warm weather, no state income tax, and a mix of vibrant nightlife and peaceful small towns.
How Many Counties Have Fewer Than 100 People?
How many counties have fewer than 100 people? Only two, Loving County, Texas and Kalawao County, Hawaii, out of more than 3,000 nationwide.
The Most Charming River Towns In Georgia
Seven of the most charming river towns in Georgia, where Rome, Darien, Helen, and St. Marys pair historic districts with riverbanks made for leisure.
9 Best Kansas Towns For Retirees
Kansas may not be the top choice for retirees staring at a map of the United States, but those who take the leap are rewarded with affordable living.
9 Stress-Free Tennessee Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Trade the horns and packed sidewalks for a covered bridge, a lake town, and the real story of Tennessee whiskey. 9 towns built to slow down.
9 Best Towns In West Virginia For A Two-Day Recharge
Nine West Virginia towns for a two-day recharge: Berkeley Springs mineral baths, Blackwater Falls near Davis, New River Gorge, and Harpers Ferry history.
The Counties Where The Whole County Is A Floodplain
Meet the counties where the whole county is a floodplain, from Mississippi's Issaquena and Louisiana's sinking Plaquemines to limestone-riddled Miami-Dade.
How Many Trees Are There In The United States?
It would take many lifetimes over to count all the trees in the United States, which, depending on the estimate parameters, may range into the trillions.
10 Prettiest Small Towns In Scotland
Out among the sea lochs, the Border hills, and the glens that climb toward the Highlands, are the small towns where Scotland shows its best face.
The 8 Can't-Miss Towns In UK
From Conwy's castle walls to Portree's pastel harbour, discover 8 can't-miss UK towns across England, Scotland, Wales, and N. Ireland.
9 Best Cities To Retire In Victoria
Retire in Victoria, Australia: nine cities from Bendigo to Sale, each with a lake, river, or coast to walk and an unhurried, affordable pace of life.
US Towns You Can Only Reach By Boat
Seven US island towns remain ferry-dependent, preserving car-free streets, distinctive cultures, and slower lifestyles shaped by geographic isolation.
8 Best Places To Call Home In Colorado In 2026
Eight Colorado towns for homebuyers include Silverton in the San Juans, Woodland Park at Pikes Peak, Brighton near Denver, and Trinidad on the Santa Fe Trail.
The State Parks With The Best Freshwater Swimming
At these 13 state parks the swim is the reason to go, from clear cold mountain lakes to steady spring-fed pools and real Great Lakes surf.
The State Parks That Get Too Crowded To Enjoy
Eight beloved state parks that get packed in summer, from Watkins Glen to Custer, plus how to time your visit and beat the crowds.
12 Amazing Day Trips In The Maritimes
The Maritimes is a unique location in northern North America. Visit here for long days, long nights, wine country, stargazing, ice skating, or beach-going.
The 10 Most Popular International Vacations by Americans
Beaches, big cities, and bucket-list culture. Discover the 10 most popular international destinations for American travelers and what draws them abroad. (
10 Prettiest Small Towns In Spain
Visiting Spain's 10 prettiest small towns brings timeless elements to the surface like the beauty of the land and the celebration of arts and music.
9 Prettiest Small Towns In Ireland
Nine of the prettiest small towns in Ireland, from Connemara's Clifden and musical Doolin to thatched Adare, foodie Kenmare, and colorful Kinsale.
7 Victoria Towns With Unforgettable Main Streets
Main Street is typically where a city's heart lives. That's the case in these seven towns in the Australian state of Victoria with unforgettable main streets.
America's 10 Most Beautiful Skylines
A city's skyline is its signature. Although every state has a skyline to show off, the 10 on this list are the most beautiful in the United States.
10 Strangest Landmarks in The United States
These ten strange landmarks in the United States offer a uniquely strange experience, from a car-made replica of Stonehenge to a massive basket-like building.
8 Off-the-Beaten-Path Towns in New Mexico
New Mexico’s quiet towns pair ancient ruins, hot springs, lava fields, and Route 66 stops with strange stories and rugged scenery across the state.
11 Most Scenic Drives in The United States
The United States' most scenic drives reveal red rock deserts, alpine highways, coastal roads, and mountain overlooks worth the journey.