Places And Travel
10 Great Road Trips to Take in The Ozarks
Ten Ozark drives where the water sets the route: four dam crossings, a 1949 suspension bridge, a free ferry, and springs you reach on foot in three states.
9 Best Places To Call Home In The Poconos In 2026
These communities in the Poconos offer home prices below the state median, along with lakes and state parks, making them the perfect places to call home.
7 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In Michigan
Explore seven fairy-tale small towns in Michigan, from Mackinac Island’s carriages to Frankenmuth’s glockenspiel and Charlevoix’s mushroom houses.
10 of the Friendliest Towns in Illinois
Illinois offers a warm, welcoming travel experience with vibrant towns, cultural attractions, and natural sites like Fulton Windmill.
10 Best Places To Call Home In New England In 2026
Walkable downtowns, rail trails, and four real seasons, with home prices still below the state median in every one of these New England towns to call home.
The Most Underrated Towns In Maryland
Maryland's most underrated towns stretch from Oakland in the Allegheny peaks to Berlin near Ocean City, with Chesapeake harbors and Catoctin trails between.
11 Great Road Trips to Take in The Adirondack Mountains
These Adirondack road trips bend around wilderness, trace rivers and lake shores, cross mountain notches, and reach roads deep in the forest.
The Largest Cathedrals In The United States
From a 36,000-square-foot Gothic landmark in San Francisco to the world's largest Gothic church in New York, these are America's nine biggest cathedrals.
Which County Has The Most Miles Of Coastline In America?
Dorchester County, Maryland, logs 1,539 miles of shoreline. The number says more about how agencies measure a coast than about how far the county stretches.
8 Safest Towns In Croatia For Senior Living
Croatia's picturesque coastline and crystal clear waters make for a stunning retirement locale. Here are the absolute safest towns in Croatia.
5 Tick Infested Areas In Tasmania
Tasmania's five worst tick areas, from Flinders Island to the Midlands and the northeast coast, and the spotted fever risk residents should know about.
8 Great Road Trips to Take in Alaska
Alaska's road system reaches only part of the state, but these eight drives run from the rainforests of the Inside Passage to the tundra of the Interior.
11 Prettiest Downtown Strips In The Pacific Northwest
The Pacific Northwest is home to some of the prettiest downtowns in the country, including towns such as Astoria, Sandpoint, and more.
8 Great Road Trips to Take in Southern California
Eight Southern California road trips cross the Transverse and Peninsular ranges, from SR 33 above Ojai to Old Highway 80 at the In-Ko-Pah Rim.
What Happens When A State Park Gets Too Popular
What Happens When A State Park Gets Too Popular? Crowds can erode trails, stress wildlife, strain staff, and turn a peaceful visit into a safety risk.
These 7 Small Towns in The Rockies Have the Best Historic Districts
From quaint streets adorned with Victorian-era buildings to historic art galleries, these small towns in the Rockies have the best historic districts.
10 Best Towns In Wisconsin To Retire Comfortably
Wisconsin offers a unique mix of natural beauty, affordability, friendly communities, and quality healthcare, perfect for a comfortable retirement
11 Best Towns In The United States For Retirees
Retirees planning to settle down in the United States have plenty of options, and these 11 towns stand out with their amenities and attractions.
9 Best Places To Call Home on the Chesapeake Bay In 2026
Chesapeake Bay towns across Maryland and Virginia, where home values sit below the state figure, from the service base of Cambridge to small Onancock.
11 Most Breathtaking Towns In South Carolina
These South Carolina towns include Beaufort's moss-draped waterfront, Aiken's gardens, and the salt marshes of Pawleys Island.
9 Small Towns in The Finger Lakes with the Best Downtowns
9 Finger Lakes towns in New York with walkable downtowns, from the It's a Wonderful Life Museum in Seneca Falls to Pulteney Square in Hammondsport.
Why Hawk Mountain Sees Thousands Of Raptors Every Fall
A 300-mile ridge turns wind into an escalator, and about 18,000 raptors ride it past Hawk Mountain every autumn. Why they come, and how the count began in 1934
8 Stress-Free Connecticut Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Slow down on your next weekend retreat with Connecticut River walks in Essex, plus Washington’s Hollister House Garden and historic inns.
10 Small Towns on Florida's Emerald Coast With the Best Downtowns
Florida's Emerald Coast is home to small towns whose downtowns range from Seaside's planned square to Destin's working harbor and Panama City's mural walls.
Why New England's Fall Colors Beat Europe's
Why are New England's fall colors more vivid than Europe's? A surprising ice-age quirk left Europe mostly yellow while New England kept its fiery reds.
9 Best Towns In Pennsylvania For A Two-Day Recharge
Nine Pennsylvania towns small enough to park once and walk, from Doylestown's concrete castles to Bedford's mineral springs and Wellsboro's gas-lit Main Street.
9 Of The Most Adorable Small Towns In Ohio
Small towns in Ohio, from Yellow Springs to Marietta and Athens, offer sternwheeler cruises, a Swiss festival, state park trails, and quirky local shops.
7 Best Places To Experience Fall In Georgia
Georgia, the "Peach State," is a top fall destination in the South: experience fruit-picking, vibrant fall foliage, festivals, and majestic State Parks.
8 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Great Lakes
Walkable brick downtowns that run straight down to the water make these eight small towns the prettiest main streetscapes on the whole Great Lakes.
10 Off-The-Grid North Carolina Towns To Visit In 2026
From Nantahala old-growth to an island with no bridge, these 10 North Carolina towns put real distance between you and the nearest paved road.
The National Parks Where Sea Otters Still Live
Sea otters live in six of America's 63 national parks — four in Alaska plus Olympic and Channel Islands. Where the populations stand and where to see them.
9 Offbeat Portugal Towns To Visit In 2026
Portugal's nine oddest small towns: granite-swallowed Monsanto, schist-built Piódão, marble-paved Estremoz, and the cowbell Carnival of Podence.
10 Most Charming Town Squares In Hawaii
From Kalakaua Park in Hilo to Dole Park on Lanai, these Hawaii town squares still host the parades, markets and lei drapings.
2026's 11 Best Small Towns To Visit In New Zealand
These 11 New Zealand small towns pair Oamaru's Victorian whitestone streets and Raglan's black sand surf with fresh Greenshell mussels in Havelock.
11 Best Downtowns on the Pacific Coast
These downtowns highlight the best of the Pacific Coast's timeless charm for travelers seeking walkable, beautiful destinations with fewer crowds.
The 7 Least-Crowded Towns In California To Catch Fall Foliage
With its milder weather, smaller crowds, and gorgeous foliage, California is home to many towns to experience the beautiful fall season without the crowds.
9 Of The Most Adorable Small Towns In Florida
Florida’s most adorable small towns offer mermaid shows, historic streets, coastal seafood, and quirky museums far beyond the major theme parks.
This Great Lakes Town Dives Into Maritime Heritage
This Great Lakes Town Dives Into Maritime Heritage in Alpena, Michigan, where Thunder Bay's Shipwreck Alley hides scores of wrecks beneath Lake Huron.
12 Overlooked Towns In Michigan Worth Visiting
The 11 towns are some of the most overlooked destinations in Michigan and are worth visiting. From coastal views to historic museums, they have it all.
The Poorest County In America
According to census data, the poorest county in the United States is Oglala Lakota county in South Dakota, Native American land.