Places And Travel
12 Most Overlooked Virginia Towns For 2026
Overlooked Virginia towns like Saltville, Farmville, and Big Stone Gap trade crowds for salt marshes, rail trails, and bluegrass in 2026.
The Oldest Factories Still Running In America
The oldest factories still running in America, from Crane Currency (1801) and Yuengling to Martin Guitar, Steinway, Tabasco, and Lodge Cast Iron.
7 Best Towns In Maryland For A Two-Day Recharge
Towns such as Chesapeake City and St. Michaels offer visitors a welcome reprieve from the stresses of everyday life, perfect for a two-day recharge.
The 9 Can't-Miss Towns In Idaho
Idaho’s most memorable towns pair alpine lakes and mining history with ski slopes, hot springs, and wineries beside wild rivers.
7 Cute Small Town Drives In New Jersey
Discover seven short New Jersey road trips that pack small-town character, scenic landscapes, and memorable stops into drives of 30 minutes or less.
How Many Cities Sit On The Mississippi River
There are 124 cities and towns on the Mississippi River, and not one of them has a million people. How they break down along the river, and why none got big.
9 Prettiest Downtown Strips In Colorado
Discover the prettiest downtown strips in Colorado, from Creede to Telluride, where historic Main Streets mix shops, galleries, and mountain views.
9 Cute Small Town Drives In Texas
Plan easy Texas road trips through small towns, historic sites, swimming holes, and wide-open landscapes made for a memorable weekend.
9 Best Towns In Minnesota For A Two-Day Recharge
Discover these charming Minnesota towns that are perfect for a weekend getaway, from lakeside art hubs to historic streets and scenic outdoor escapes.
The First Public Parks Built In America
Boston Common has been public land since 1634 and people still cross it daily. The first public parks built in America, and how many are still parks today.
This Is Michigan's Quirkiest Little Town
Visit Frankenmuth in Michigan to get a slice of Germany. The town embraces its heritage in various fun and fascinating ways.
8 Stress-Free Maritimes Towns For A Weekend Retreat
These stress-free towns across the Maritimes offer coastal trails, historic sites, quiet beaches, and welcoming places to stay.
What An Independent City Actually Is
There are both pros and cons to attaining a "city" designation. But to understand what they are, it's important to know what an independent city actually is.
7 Most Walkable Town Centers In Maine
Discover the most walkable main streets and town centers of the New England state of Maine on the beautiful Atlantic coast.
6 Most Shark Infested Beaches In North Carolina
Learn which North Carolina beaches report the most shark bites, why sharks approach the coast, and how swimmers can reduce their risk.
8 Ideal Rhode Island Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Plan a three-day Rhode Island getaway with coastal towns, historic hotels, and seafood restaurants near beaches and scenic island escapes.
The National Park With Lava Tubes
Beneath Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, ancient lava rivers left behind vast underground tubes, including one of the longest cave systems on Earth.
The Oldest Numbered Highways In The United States
Highways revolutionized how Americans travel. But some have been around much longer than others. Here are the oldest highways in the country.
9 of the Friendliest Towns To Retire In Italy
Welcoming towns in Italy offer historic streets, lively festivals, and coastal scenery, plus a relaxed setting for retirement.
Britain’s Own Bayeux Tapestry Is in Reading, and It’s Free
Britain's Own Bayeux Tapestry Is in Reading, and It's Free. A full-size Victorian replica of the famous embroidery, with no ticket or queue.
Where People Are Moving To In Northern Ireland In 2026
Migration drove more than three-quarters of Northern Ireland's population growth. Here are the seven districts gaining residents fastest, and why.
11 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Tasmania This Year
11 Best Natural Wonders To Visit In Tasmania This Year, from Wineglass Bay and Cradle Mountain to the Bay of Fires, Russell Falls, and Hastings Caves.
How Old Is The Average American Forest?
America’s forests look ancient, but much of today’s tree cover is surprisingly young, rebuilt after logging, fire, and decades of regrowth.
The Forests Growing On Old Lava Flows
Discover how forests reclaim lava flows across Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and California, from ancient tree casts to vegetation just starting to take hold.
How Many Counties Are There In The United States?
The US has 3,007 counties, but Louisiana parishes, Alaska boroughs, Virginia independent cities and Puerto Rico municipios change the count.
9 Best Attractions To Visit In The Pacific Northwest
9 Best Attractions To Visit In The Pacific Northwest include Mount Rainier, the Space Needle, Crater Lake, Multnomah Falls, and Craters of the Moon.
This Montana Scenic Byway Is The Road Trip Of A Lifetime
Plan an unforgettable Beartooth Highway road trip in 2026, following one of America’s most scenic drives toward Yellowstone National Park.
8 Nicest Small Towns In New Mexico
Explore 8 of New Mexico's nicest small towns, from Red River's ski slopes to Mesilla's plaza and the hot springs of Truth or Consequences.
7 Best Towns In Wyoming For A Two-Day Recharge
Wyoming's natural endowment of millions of protected acreage make it a perfect wilderness backdrop to explore over a nice long weekend.
8 Fairy-Tale Small Towns In Washington
See Bavaria without crossing the Atlantic in Leavenworth, admire the mighty Columbia River Gorge in Stevenson, or enjoy the island ambiance of Gig Harbor.
11 Small Towns in The Great Lakes with the Best Downtowns
Steps from the water, these Great Lakes small towns hide wine trails, lift bridges, and speakeasies in their compact, walkable downtowns.
2026's 9 Most Scenic Northern California Towns
Waterfalls, sea glass, redwoods, and 60-foot surf. These nine Northern California towns are built around some of the best scenery in the state.
This Is The Most Welcoming Town In Arizona
Bisbee is the most welcoming town in the state, with quirky festivals, local restaurants, and welcoming shops in Arizona's colorful Mule Mountains.
8 Pennsylvania Towns Perfect For A Fresh Start
A fresh start needs more than cheap rent. Eight Pennsylvania towns that pair jobs, a real downtown, and affordable homes, from Carlisle to Meadville.
8 Overlooked Towns In Tennessee Worth Visiting
Discover Tennessee’s hidden gems—from historic Jonesborough to scenic Sparta—offering unique attractions beyond the usual tourist spots
8 Best Towns In Kansas For A Two-Day Recharge
Trade the noise for limestone storefronts, prairie trails, and Pony Express history in eight small Kansas towns made for a two-day recharge.
8 Prettiest Main Streetscapes In The Finger Lakes
Finger Lakes main streets end at gazebos, beaches, parks, and lakefront views, with historic storefronts packed into the blocks before the water.
10 Ideal Iowa Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in 2026
Plan a three-day Iowa getaway in 2026 featuring historic towns and lake adventures with Dutch heritage, museums, architecture, and scenic trails.
The Largest Wetland In The United States
The largest wetland in the US isn't the Everglades. It's Alaska's Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta, the size of Louisiana. Why Alaska wins, and what the Everglades still holds.
8 Great Road Trips to Take on the Gulf Coast
Slow down on eight Gulf Coast road trips that hug the shoreline past salt marshes, barrier islands, historic lighthouses, and working ferry crossings.