Places And Travel
11 Of The Most Captivating Small Towns In Upstate New York
These 11 towns beckon tourists to the charm of Upstate New York. From the coast of Saranac Lake to the history of Cooperstown, they are captivating retreats.
8 Stress-Free Alabama Towns For A Weekend Retreat
Skip the crowds in Alabama's quiet corners, from Lake Guntersville's shores to Gulf Shores beaches and Fort Payne's canyons. Eight low-key weekend escapes.
The National Parks Where You Can Watch Elk Rut
Bugling bulls, clashing antlers, and crisp autumn landscapes await at the best national parks for watching the dramatic elk rut.
The Most Chigger-Infested Areas In The United States
Where are chiggers worst in the US? The humid Southeast and Ozarks lead. What these tiny mites really do (they don't burrow), where they're rare, and how to avoid them.
7 Cute Small Town Drives In New Hampshire
Seven scenic drives through small-town New Hampshire, covering mountain notches, covered bridges, lake shores, and the seacoast.
7 Offbeat Towns to Visit in North Carolina
Explore North Carolina's offbeat towns from Blowing Rock to Cherokee, rich in natural beauty and culture, beyond typical tourist spots.
The Cheapest Beautiful Towns To Live In Maine
Home values in eight Maine towns fall below the state median, with locations ranging from the coast to the mountains and riverfront communities.
How Big Is The Average American County?
America is known for being a land of extremes. In terms of population density, how big is the average American county? And what are the outliers?
7 of the Friendliest Towns To Retire In Portugal
7 of the Friendliest Towns To Retire In Portugal include Tavira, Óbidos, and Lagos, where plazas, festivals, and senior programs keep community life close.
Where People Are Moving To In Sweden In 2026
Where People Are Moving To In Sweden In 2026: even as most municipalities shrink, suburbs near Stockholm and Uppsala keep drawing new residents.
9 Main Streets Where South Australia Comes Alive
Across South Australia, the main drags of these small towns wear their distinct hertiage that reveal the stories behind each community.
The Counties With No Traffic Lights At All
Sublette, Loving, Kalawao and more: the US counties that have never had a single traffic signal, and the ones about to lose the title.
How Many State Parks Have Beaches?
How Many State Parks Have Beaches? Thousands, divided between ocean shorelines in the 23 coastal states and lake beaches on the Great Lakes and Finger Lakes.
How Many People Died In National Parks Last Year?
See what provisional NPS data reveals about 86 reported deaths linked to national parks in 2025, including the parks and months with the most fatalities.
9 Most Walkable Town Centers on the Pacific Coast
Coupeville's wharf, Cambria's two villages, Mendocino's bluff trails: nine Pacific Coast town centers built to be explored entirely on foot.
6 Best Iowa Towns For A Weekend Trip
Where to spend a weekend in Iowa: the Field of Dreams at Dyersville, Tulip Time in Pella, Snake Alley in Burlington, and bluff trails above McGregor.
This Washington Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
Salt water, gold larch, and an orca off the ferry rail: Washington's 440-mile Cascade Loop packs three scenic byways into one unforgettable circle.
8 Best Attractions To Visit In South Dakota
Plan a South Dakota trip around these standout attractions, including Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, Wall Drug, and Jewel Cave.
7 Small Towns In California's Sierra Nevada That Come Alive In The Fall
Let's consider towns in California’s Sierra Nevada region that exemplify natural autumnal beauty, as well as hosting lively.
The Most Charming River Towns In Oregon
Many charming river towns are plopped all over Oregon, but as you'll see, with their many riverside attractions, these seven are tough to top.
11 Romantic Small Towns In The Rockies For A 3-Day Weekend
Here we have enlisted the places we cherish as 11 of the most romantic small towns in the Rockies for a three-day weekend.
9 Prettiest Small Towns In Northern California
Escape to some of the prettiest sites in the country in these nine small towns in Northern California. They shine with community, historic, and outdoor charm.
The Best State Parks In The Deep South
The Best State Parks In The Deep South include Cheaha, Amicalola Falls, and Blue Spring, where canyons, waterfalls, and springs meet Southern history.
10 Most Neighborly Towns In The Northern United States
Candlelit parks and cardboard boat races run on one thing: neighbors who show up all year, not tourists. Meet ten of the friendliest northern towns.
11 Prettiest Small Towns In New England
From skiing and seafood to coastal hikes and cobblestone streets, these 9 pretty New England towns are small but mighty and well worth the trip.
The State Parks You Should Visit On A Weekday
The State Parks You Should Visit On A Weekday include Custer, Valley of Fire, Palo Duro, and Watkins Glen, where a Tuesday beats the weekend crowds.
10 Most Overlooked New York Towns For 2026
These towns prove that you don't have to deal with crowds, gridlocked streets, and the chaos of urban culture in order to access New York's greatest treasures
7 Most Breathtaking Towns In New Jersey
Discover New Jersey’s prettiest small towns, where historic downtowns meet rivers, wooded landscapes, and the Atlantic coast.
The Difference Between A National Forest And A National Grassland
National forests were set aside from land the government owned. National grasslands were bought back from farmers the Dust Bowl defeated. The trees are the least of it
6 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Oklahoma This Year
Experience six of Oklahoma’s most impressive natural wonders, including ancient mountains, gypsum caves, towering waterfalls, and open grasslands.
This Texas Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
This Texas Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime, looping the Hill Country past Enchanted Rock, Longhorn Cavern, Hamilton Pool, and Fredericksburg.
The Counties Cut Off From The Rest Of Their State
To reach these counties, you have to leave your own state entirely. Rivers that jumped their channels and crooked old borders stranded them a state away.
The 7 Can't-Miss Towns In Mississippi
These ca n't-miss towns in Mississippi include incredible sculpture gardens, an outdoor arboretum, the Grammy Museum, and more.
The Most Common County Names In America
Official naming conventions in the United States often revolve around famous figures or geography, which can lead to repeated county names.
8 of the Most Overlooked Towns in the Southern United States
While many tourists flock to the more popular destinations, take the time to explore the six most overlooked towns in the Southern United States.
10 Best Places To Live In Arizona In 2026
Explore the best places to live in Arizona in 2026 and see how housing costs, safety, employment, and lifestyle differ across the state.
10 Quirkiest South Carolina Towns To Visit In 2026
The quirkiest towns in South Carolina are awaiting visitors who are looking to find out more about a local legend, take a haunted tour of town, and more.
10 Prettiest Downtown Strips In Minnesota
Whether it's a memorable story, unique architecture, or a panoramic view no other town can boast, these are the 10 Prettiest Downtown Strips in Minnesota.
10 Ideal Tennessee Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Ten Tennessee destinations built for a 3-day weekend in 2026, from Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg to Jonesborough, Crossville, and Loudon.
5 of the Most Charming Small towns in The Adirondack Mountains
Discover the most charming small towns in the Adirondacks, where you can paddle a lake at dawn and browse a village bookshop by afternoon.