Places And Travel
The Landlocked County With A Seaport
The Port of Lewiston is the farthest inland seaport on the West Coast, and it is in landlocked Idaho. How a barge climbs 700 feet up from the Pacific.
Where People Are Moving To In Italy In 2026
Where People Are Moving To In Italy In 2026 is north, to Bologna, Parma, Bergamo, Trento, Modena, and Bolzano, while the south keeps losing residents.
10 Best Towns In Ireland For A Two-Day Recharge
Two days may not sound like enough time to escape everyday routines, but Ireland's smaller towns make a strong case otherwise.
2026's 11 Most Scenic Australia Towns
From Byron Bay to Broome to little Tasmania, here are 11 of the most scenic towns in Australia for 2026. Grab a flat white and plan the drive.
The Best National Parks In Hawaii
The Best National Parks In Hawaii are Hawaiʻi Volcanoes, home to erupting Kīlauea, and Haleakalā, whose dormant summit draws sunrise crowds on Maui.
Why Giant Sequoias Grow In Only One Place On Earth
Snowpack, elevation, and fire have to align in one narrow way, and only California's Sierra Nevada delivers it. Why giant sequoias grow nowhere else.
What Happens When An Invasive Insect Reaches A Forest
Learn what happens when invasive insects reach American forests and how tree loss can reshape wildlife habitat and entire ecosystems.
The Counties With The Most Farmland In America
Grazing range, not cropland, fills the counties with the most farmland in America. See the ten desert and prairie giants the 2022 Ag Census puts on top.
8 Most Breathtaking Towns In Washington
From Cascade peaks to lavender fields and island harbors, these 8 breathtaking Washington towns make a spectacular view part of everyday life.
The National Parks With Coral Reefs
The National Parks With Coral Reefs are Biscayne, Dry Tortugas, and Virgin Islands, where visitors snorkel and dive reefs in Florida and the Caribbean.
8 Nicest Small Towns In Oregon
Visit eight of Oregon’s nicest small towns, from Joseph’s rodeo and Wallowa Lake to Bandon’s Old Town and Carlton’s wine country.
11 Most Relaxing Wisconsin Towns
Slow mornings, quiet harbors, and bluff-top eagles: these 11 relaxing Wisconsin towns trade a busy itinerary for genuine time off beside the water.
These 13 Towns On The Pacific Coast Were Ranked Among US Favorites In 2026
Plan a coastal getaway to any of these Pacific towns featuring sandy beaches, dramatic headlands, walkable downtowns, historic sites, and waterfront fun.
2026's 10 Best Small Towns To Visit on Florida's Emerald Coast
Plan an Emerald Coast escape across Florida beach towns with white sand, fishing charters, wildlife attractions, and waterfront dining.
The State Parks With The Most Search And Rescue Calls
The State Parks With The Most Search And Rescue Calls include Goblin Valley, Topanga, Lost Dutchman, and Smith Rock, where terrain and heat trap hikers.
The First Traffic Light In The United States
On the corner of Euclid Avenue and East 105th Street in Cleveland, Ohio, is the original home of the oldest electric traffic light, dating back to 1914.
9 Offbeat Arizona Towns To Visit In 2026
In a state where visitors can pan for gold, watch a Wild West shootout, or hike through vast desert land, be sure to take in all these opportunities.
10 Best Towns In Ohio For A Two-Day Recharge
Spend two refreshing days in Ohio towns filled with waterfalls, lakefront views, historic streets, museums, parks, and welcoming inns.
The 10 Friendliest Little Towns In Nebraska
From pioneer trails to lively town squares, Nebraska’s 10 friendliest little towns pair warm welcomes with rich history and memorable experiences.
The State Parks Built Around Waterfalls
The State Parks Built Around Waterfalls include Watkins Glen, Niagara Falls, and Silver Falls, where trails, bridges, and overlooks frame the cascades.
2026's 7 Best Small Towns To Visit In Louisiana
Discover 7 charming small towns in Louisiana, from Cajun Breaux Bridge to coastal Grand Isle, offering rich history, festivals, and Southern charm.
The Most Crowded National Parks And When To Avoid Them
The Most Crowded National Parks And When To Avoid Them, including Great Smoky Mountains, Zion, and Yellowstone, and the best times to skip the crowds.
These 8 Towns In Kentucky Have Bustling Main Streets
Kentucky is home many small towns which have kept their unique and bustling character and charming ambiance along their Main Streets.
The Counties With The Oldest Populations
See which US counties have the oldest populations based on 2020–2024 Census estimates and learn what drives their unusually high median ages.
The National Park With The Largest Lake
It is not Yellowstone. Naknek Lake in Alaska's Katmai National Park is the largest lake entirely inside a US national park, and it wins by a wide margin.
8 Overlooked Towns In Wales Worth Visiting
8 Overlooked Towns In Wales Worth Visiting, from coastal Holyhead and Tywyn to castle-rich Kidwelly, Llandovery, and grand Powis Castle in Welshpool.
10 Best Towns In Sweden For A Two-Day Recharge
Recharge in Sweden with charming towns offering medieval history, lakeside walks, cozy hotels, and restorative nature escapes.
Where People Are Moving To In New South Wales In 2026
Where People Are Moving To In New South Wales In 2026, as ABS data shows Box Hill-Nelson, Marsden Park, Austral, Maitland, and Lake Macquarie booming.
The State Parks Bigger Than Some Entire States
The State Parks Bigger Than Some Entire States are Wood-Tikchik in Alaska and New York's Adirondack Park, each outsizing Rhode Island and Delaware.
Riding the Sunrise Coast Pure Michigan Byway
Michigan's Sunrise Coast Scenic Byway is a 200-mile Lake Huron road trip of sunrise piers, historic lighthouses, state park beaches, and shipwreck lore.
Why Wolves Disappeared From Most National Parks
Why Wolves Disappeared From Most National Parks comes down to a century of bounties and government extermination that left barely a thousand in the lower 48.
The Best State Parks In The Pacific Northwest
Skip the national-park crowds. These Oregon and Washington state parks deliver waterfalls, high-desert climbing, and alpine lakes within a short drive.
The Longest Covered Bridges In The United States
They once numbered in the thousands. These ten survivors are the longest covered bridges in the US, from a record 613-foot Ohio span to historic classics.
8 Main Streets Where Northern California Comes Alive
Historic downtowns from the Gold Rush foothills to the Mendocino coast, where eight Northern California main streets still show what built them.
The Best National Parks In The Desert Southwest
Dark skies, otherworldly dunes, and desert wildlife define the Southwest's best national parks, from Big Bend to Death Valley and Joshua Tree.
9 Prettiest Small Towns In The Poconos
The Poconos are at their prettiest in these towns, where Victorian streets, lake views, railroad history, and wooded ridges make for perfect weekend escapes.
This Connecticut Town Instantly Transports You To The Past
Explore Essex, Connecticut, where historic inns, shipbuilding heritage, river museums, and steam trains bring early New England vividly to life.
11 Ideal South Carolina Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
From Lowcountry oyster docks to a cold, clear mountain lake, South Carolina packs a full three-day weekend into eleven small towns worth the drive.
9 Most Charming Town Squares In Utah
Explore nine charming Utah towns where historic main streets, pioneer architecture, local cafes, red-rock scenery, and cultural landmarks reward visitors.
11 Chesapeake Bay Small Towns With Unmatched Friendliness
Real friendliness is shown, not claimed. From Cape Charles to Annapolis, these 11 Chesapeake Bay towns prove their welcome in habits you can join.