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Top 6 Destinations Out West to Visit This Fall

Fall typically conjures images of New England getaways, packed with apple picking, snuggly sweaters, pumpkin-flavored treats, cozying up by the fire, and strolling among the changing leaves. But the East Coast isn’t the only area that gets to have all the fun. In fact, there are plenty of destinations out West that are perfect for…

10 Places to Celebrate Fall in New England

Fall can be magical in many places, but it’s especially charming in New England. The trees turn a fiery array of reds, oranges, and yellows, the grass smells fresh, and the coastal breeze feels calming. Beyond that, several New England towns celebrate autumn with festivals, food, fairs, and other seasonal events, too. Here, we compiled…

Last-Minute Labor Day Weekend Getaways from All Over the U.S.

Labor Day weekend feels like the last real weekend of summer, so we suggest celebrating with a bang. If you are still stuck on the fence on where to go, now’s the time to decide. From quick back-to-nature getaways to 24-hour party cities, we’ve got our top spots for your last long weekend of summer…

9 Iconic Movie Theaters Worth Your Vacation Time

Photo by marada via Flickr. The argument against movies while traveling makes perfect sense. You came to a certain destination to experience its scene, so why would you want to waste precious vacation time inside, watching the latest Hollywood blockbuster fighting space aliens? And we agree — with one big exception: when the movie theater…

6 Airports That Are Destinations Unto Themselves

Photo courtesy of Flickr/firesock One might argue that waiting at the airport is the worst part of traveling. Sure, it’s a necessary step to get you to your final destination, but what if the airport was the whole reason you even made a trip? Believe it or not, some terminals are making this a reality.…


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9 Amazing Airport Bars Around the World

Nothing tempers the frustration that comes with a delayed flight quite like an excellent airport bar. While some are lackluster, run-of-the-mill stops designed to solely kill time, others go above and beyond, serving up stylish interiors, top-notch beer and cocktail menus, tasty snacks, and front-row seats for plane spotting. And now that the TSA recommends…

7 Reasons Portland Is Becoming a Foodie Mecca

When you think of U.S. cities known for their food, destinations like New York, Nashville, and Austin typically come to mind. But there’s one city that’s putting up stiff competition to the rest: Portland, Oregon. During a recent visit there, I found myself eating five meals a day because of the variety (Italian, Mexican, American,…

7 Awesome American Rivers for Tubing

Photo courtesy of Flickr/dustin larimer Each summer, families and friends grab their sunscreen, snacks, and beer and head to a nearby river for a day of floating on an inner tube. For those who aren’t acquainted with this tradition, it’s called river floating or tubing — and it’s awesome. While it might not sound as…

8 Breweries Where You Can Spend the Night

Picture this: you’re at bar, it’s getting late, and the last thing you want — especially after a few rounds — is to put a pause on the fun and head home. If only you could spend the night. Do you see where we’re going with this? Though it sounds too good to be true,…

The 13 Music Festivals You Have to Go to This Summer

It’s almost summer, so it’s time for music lovers to untangle their flower crowns and fringed getups and try not to freak out about music festival season. As always, these events have packed cross-category rosters; for every major crowd-pleaser, there are dozens of emerging, experimental performers. Here are the multi-day, multi-stage, soul-freeing, body-rocking, roof-raising (except,…


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