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  • A boardwalk leads to the water in Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts
    By Bridget Gleeson 39 min ago

    Hidden On The Cape Cod Canal Is A Massachusetts Village With Shops And Idyllic Views

    If the term "canal" evokes images of an industrial shipping culture, you haven't visited the Cape Cod Canal. This canalside village is very much worth a visit.

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  • A rugged, rocky mountain rises under a blue sky in Montana
    By Joseph Richard Francis 7 hours ago

    Montana's Crowd-Free Mountains Have Gorgeous Trails And One Of The Largest Wild Horse Ranges In America

    Away from Montana’s busiest parks, a remote mountain range boasts quiet trails, sweeping scenery, and one of the state’s most remarkable landscapes.

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  • Crissy Field and the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco
    By Kristin Conard 9 hours ago

    San Francisco's Military Base Turned National Park Site Is A Beachy Gem With Idyllic Golden Gate Views

    Located in the former Presidio military base, this park offers restored wetlands, beach access to picnic and kitesurf, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge.

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  • Street in Dillon with storefronts and courthouse
    By Emily Adam 9 hours ago

    Montana's Quaint Small City Is A Peaceful Escape With Cozy Restaurants And Outdoor Adventures

    This small city in Montana is a peaceful escape with scenic rivers for fishing and paddling, quaint local restaurants, and opportunities for outdoor adventures.

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  • The river running through the Grand Canyon
    By Kirtana Menon 10 hours ago

    The 5 Most Beautiful Canyons In The American West With Drop-Dead Gorgeous Views

    The West is known for its spectacular mountains, but it's often the canyons that provide incredible and unique perspectives. Here are five to check out.

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  • View of Turtle Bay from Roosevelt Island
    By Lisandra Moor 10 hours ago

    New York's Chill, Trendy Midtown Neighborhood Houses Wildly Underrated Attractions

    Midtown is known for business, but if you poke around a bit you can find a more laid-back and multicultural part of the city to explore.

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  • El Cajon, California, on a sunny day, with mountains in the distance
    By Anahid Akkam 11 hours ago

    Just Outside San Diego Is A City With Fascinating Museums, Tasty Eateries, And A Botanical Garden

    For a great day trip from San Diego, head to this nearby city filled with interesting museums, tasty eateries and cafes, and a peaceful botanical garden.

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  • Nighttime aerial view of the Las Vegas Strip with bright neon lights, fountains, and iconic casinos
    By Sam Scott 11 hours ago

    5 Once-Thriving Las Vegas Casinos That No Longer Exist

    These iconic Las Vegas casinos were once at the heart of the Strip's golden era, before changing tastes and more modern resorts erased them.

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  • An aerial view of Raystown Lake with a marina and buildings, boats, and forests
    By Ben M Stower 12 hours ago

    Pennsylvania's Deepest Inland Lake Is A Crystal-Clear Beauty East Of Pittsburgh For Camping And Fishing

    Pennsylvania's deepest inland waters hide a peaceful escape with clear swimming, forested shores, uncrowded boating, and quiet camping opportunities.

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  • American flag in front of 375th Airlift Wing, Mascoutah, Illinois
    By Megi Canco 12 hours ago

    Illinois' Affordable City Near St. Louis Offers Small-Town Charm, Parks, And Tasty Eats

    With a handful of charming museums, restaurants, and green spaces, this tiny Illinois community is a peaceful, affordable escape from the bustle of St. Louis.

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  • Lake Tawakoni in Texas, with calm water bordered by leafy shoreline under a bright, cloud-dotted sky
    By Sam Scott 13 hours ago

    Texas' Peaceful, Tree-Lined Lake Is An Idyllic Escape For Kayaking, Camping, And Fishing

    Hidden among shady woodlands, this peaceful Texas lake blends calm paddling waters, abundant fishing, scenic trails, and uncrowded campsites.

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  • Sunrise Road at Sunrise Visitor Center, Mount Rainier National Park
    By Stephen Hanson 13 hours ago

    Washington's Wild Mountain Road Is One Of The Most Beautiful Drives In Any National Park

    A dramatic high-altitude Washington road climbs through wildflower meadows and alpine views, offering one of the most breathtaking mountain drives in America.

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  • Old Town Sacramento, the start of the American River Parkway Trail
    By Jenna Busch 14 hours ago

    Sacramento's World-Renowned Trail Connects Downtown To A Dazzling Lake With Serene Views

    This route in Sacramento links the downtown waterfront to a calm lake, offering paved mileage, river views, and easy access points for walkers and cyclists.

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  • Mogollon, New Mexico, with the tan J.P. Holland General Store to the left and an abandoned stone building to the right, under a blue sky
    By Jess Simms 14 hours ago

    New Mexico's 5 Once-Thriving Locales That Are Now Abandoned Ghost Towns

    If you're a traveler fascinated by abandoned places, head to New Mexico, where you'll be spoiled for choice when it comes to seeing ghost towns of old.

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  • Waves breaking around Morro Rock at Morro Strand State Beach.
    By Eva Johnstone 14 hours ago

    This Windswept Stretch Of California's Coast Is A Camping Sanctuary With Ocean Charm And Dune Paths

    The Golden State has no shortage of amazing camping spots along its hundreds of miles of coastline. This state beach is one of the best for oceanside retreats.

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  • Downtown Forks, Washington
    By Jenna Busch 15 hours ago

    Washington's Misty City Has A Charming Walkable Downtown And A Connection To 'Twilight'

    For a charming small town surrounded by Washington's misty forests and gorgeous beaches, head to this scenic spot with a major connection to "Twilight."

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  • A hand holding a National Park annual pass card with foliage in the background
    By Jenna Kelley 15 hours ago

    What Happens When Your National Or State Parks Pass Is Lost Or Stolen

    In the U.S., passes for national and state parks can make it easy to visit multiple sites, but there are a few things to know if yours is lost or stolen.

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  • An aerial view of North Myrtle Beach
    By Bridget Gleeson 16 hours ago

    Ditch Myrtle Beach Crowds For Its Quiet Sister With Calm, Wide Beaches And Family Fun Just 30 Minutes Away

    Not far from Myrtle Beach is another, less-crowded beach destination perfect for families, with water sports, rides and games, and other attractions.

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  • Warsaw, Virginia's small and colorful storefronts
    By Jeff Martinez 17 hours ago

    This Historic Virginia Town Is The Perfect Retirement Spot For Those Seeking Peace And Rural Charm

    For those looking for well-connected retirement spots that are still charmingly rural and full of history, check out this peaceful Virginia town.

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  • Pitt Street Bridge in Charleston at sunset
    By Bridget Gleeson 18 hours ago

    The Most Picturesque Walk In The Charleston Area Must Be This Pedestrian-Only Bridge Known For Its Charming Views

    For some excellent views of the Charleston skyline over the harbor, head to this pedestrian-only bridge and park located just outside of the city.

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  • Sign of Route 66 in Illinois
    By Ikam Acosta 18 hours ago

    Between Chicago And Naperville Is A Tiny Suburb On Historic Route 66 With Comfort Food

    This tiny Illinois suburb between Chicago and Naperville is a worthwhile stop along historic Route 66 for its comfort food and interesting local lore.

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  • The Majestic Caverns in Alabama, lit by colorful lights
    By Erika W. Smith 18 hours ago

    America's 5 States With The Most Caves

    Explore the world's longest known cave system and see colorful, subterranean light displays in these incredible caves that are scattered around the U.S.

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  • San Antonio, Texas's VIA Metropolitan Transit bus
    By Jenna Busch 19 hours ago

    San Antonio Has The Hands-Down Best Public Transportation In Texas For One Simple Reason

    San Antonio topped the list of the best public transportation in Texas with its city-wide bus system, thanks to one specific (and important) reason.

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  • Fort Lauderdale skyline at daytime
    By Jenna Kelley 19 hours ago

    Cheap And Free Things To Do In Fort Lauderdale, According To A Local

    From hidden gem state parks to special deals at restaurants, here are five cheap and free things to do in Fort Lauderdale, according to a Florida local.

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  • A young man walking at downtown street of Crestview, Florida
    By Anahid Akkam 20 hours ago

    Florida's Friendly City An Hour From Pensacola Has A Revitalized Downtown Full Of Local Shops

    For a unique place to explore about an hour outside of Pensacola, head to this friendly city with a cute downtown filled with eateries and unique local shops.

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  • Front view of the Ohio State Reformatory in Mansfield
    By Rene Bennett 21 hours ago

    Ohio's Once-Bustling Prison Is Now An Abandoned Hollywood-Famous Destination For Unique Tours

    In a small city in Ohio, you'll find an old (and possibly haunted) prison that has been featured in multiple movies, including a major '90s blockbuster.

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  • The Bonneville Shoreline Trail along Provo with valley views
    By Anahid Akkam 22 hours ago

    Utah's Once-Massive Ancient Lake Boasts A Scenic Wildflower-Lined Trail

    This ancient inland sea drained thousands of years ago, and now a system of multi-use trails following its former shoreline offer stunning valley views.

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