Places And Travel
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.
Where People Are Moving To In Upstate New York In 2026
Upstate New York's population growth is concentrated in seven communities. See where people are moving in 2026, from Malta's chip-fab boom to downtown Albany.
The Most Charming River Towns In Pennsylvania
Ancient Indigenous eel weirs, a covered bridge still open to traffic, and a lavender farm. These 7 Pennsylvania river towns run on quiet water.
10 Most Welcoming Towns In Virginia's Countryside
From Abingdon's barter theater to Chincoteague's pony swim, these ten Virginia countryside towns welcome you through the traditions locals love.
9 Off-The-Grid Louisiana Towns To Visit In 2026
Plan a quieter Louisiana road trip through nine small towns shaped by bayous, plantations, Cajun traditions, local art, and Gulf Coast wildlife.
7 Quirkiest Finger Lakes Towns You Didn't Know Existed
The Finger Lakes offer quirky towns and unique experiences beyond wine, featuring Mennonite traffic, restored Main Streets, and hidden gems.
What Happens When A State Park Runs Out Of Funding
When funding falls short, small changes can gradually affect how a state park is maintained and how much of it remains open.
The National Parks With Petrified Forests
The US national parks with petrified forests, where ancient trees turned to stone, from Arizona and Wyoming to North Dakota and Texas.
The World's Largest Fast Food Restaurant Chains
With 42,998 branches, Subway, an American-owned fast-food restaurant franchisee is the largest of its kind in the world.
5 Tick Infested Areas In South Carolina
South Carolina’s tick-prone forests, wetlands, and grasslands host several species linked to serious illnesses and outdoor exposure risks.
8 Best Towns In Illinois For Retirees
Retirement towns in Illinois offer affordable housing, accessible outdoor activities, and nearby healthcare, ensuring a budget-friendly lifestyle for seniors.
10 Stress-Free Maryland Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Planning a weekend in Maryland? These 10 stress-free towns pair walkable downtowns with bayfront crabs, mountain waterfalls, and historic colonial ports.
The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In Indiana
Cheap can mean affordable living and attractive towns with historic districts, landmarks, nature, and hiking trails—ideal places to live.
11 Stress-Free Michigan Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Award-winning beaches, a car-free island, and a bank-vault hotel: eleven Michigan towns built for a slow, stress-free weekend getaway with a twist.
These Small Towns in North Carolina Come Alive in Summer
North Carolina, with its award-winning beaches, mountains, and small towns, offers an idyllic summer destination, less crowded than its cities.
Why Louisiana Has Parishes Instead Of Counties
Why does Louisiana have parishes and not counties? The answer runs through French and Spanish Catholic rule and a fight the county lost in 1845.
The Most Dangerous Animals In US National Parks
Meet the most dangerous animals in US national parks, from Yellowstone's bison and grizzlies to Everglades alligators and the tiny but risky blacklegged tick.