The trail is made of smaller segments, each with a unique character, with some perfect spots for activities like biking, birding, or just watching the sunset.
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Near Santa Rosa, a rugged mountain wilderness offers backcountry camping, sweeping valley views, and miles of trails for hikers and horseback riders.
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While airport hotels might seem like a place of last resort, these cushy landings make a long layover feel like a blessing instead of a curse.
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These desert mountain towns offer hiking, fishing, affordable lodging, and sweeping views of the White, Mazatzal, Huachuca mountain ranges, to name a few.
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This charming Illinois city features historic brick streets, colorful murals, cozy cafes, forested parks, peaceful lakes, and relaxing Midwest scenery.
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Unsurprisingly, the best rodeo in the U.S. is in Texas, as Houston takes the crown for the best bull riding roundup in 2026, featuring live events and concerts.
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You'll find a little bit of everything in this gorgeous town on Canada's Lake Superior shore, from sweeping trails to spectacular views and beyond.
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Even without an ocean, the Midwest boasts several stunning and unique piers boasting lighthouse views, restaurants, historic sites, and other activities.
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This restored Illinois wetland refuge offers birdwatching trails, prairie hikes, fishing lakes, and sweeping marsh views filled with migrating wildlife.
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Herons, egrets, and sandhill cranes, as well as prairie, wetlands, and wildflowers, are among the attractions at this park just 40 miles from downtown Chicago.
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With 54 beachfront and overwater villas, fine dining, and a spa, this new resort from Bvlgari is bringing fresh luxury stays to the Raa Atoll in 2026.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park might be the most visited national park in the United States, but there are still some secret spots that demand attention.
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Travelers interested in everything abandoned and creepy should wander through these once-profitable towns with overgrown landscapes and crumbling buildings.
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This Eastern Washington park is located in the center of the second-largest city in the state and offers visitors stunning views over thundering cascades.
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Pennsylvania has many sights to see, including a certain state park that's perfect for hikers. Its trails aren't the easiest, but they offer stellar views.
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This lesser-known Costa Rica beach destination offers pedestrian-only streets, ocean views, boutique stays, and easy access to hiking and surfing.
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One Walt Disney World themed area is closing to make room for a new land in Animal Kingdom, based on a popular animated movie and set to open sometime in 2027.
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Not only does this lake near Bend, Oregon, feature clear waters, but you'll find scenic hiking trails, stunning views, and a cozy campground for extended trips.
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This Ohio village may be off the typical tourist radar, but it's worth a stop for a fascinating local museum, community festivals, and unique shops.
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This underrated European capital is packed with cheap street food, historic markets, and traditional dishes travelers rarely experience elsewhere.
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Canada has more lakes than any other country in the world, including some of the deepest lakes in North America. Here are the ones actually worth a visit.
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In Ontario, this peaceful Canadian town offers forested river scenery, snowy trail adventures, quiet parks, and a welcoming atmosphere with affordable living.
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Head to this state park in the Pacific Northwest for meadows dotted with wildflowers and plentiful birdwatching opportunities along its trails.
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California is jam-packed with lots to see and do, but you're seriously missing out if you don't stop at this incredible beach for some sun and fun.
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Not many nature walks feature ancient-feeling tar pits that tie back to an area's economic and cultural history. But this California hike does.
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This Southern state may not be known as a retiree haven, but it should be, with a range of outdoor activities, casinos, and museums, along with low costs.
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Situated along the Saint-Maurice River, this quintessentially Quebec town offers visitors a colorful downtown, museums, and unique architecture.
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