With a historic harbor revitalized by shops, museums, and seafood restaurants, this East Coast city is a lively tourism destination. But it wasn't always so.
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This beach park close to Seattle offers clean swimming waters, scenic trails, picnic areas, a playground, and sunset views for the whole family.
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Discover the historic fort, unusual beach, and coastal charm hiding along Maine's Bold Coast, just beyond the crowds near Acadia National Park.
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These are the most photo-worthy spots in America's first national park, from jaw-dropping scenery at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to Old Faithful.
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Some of Seattle's most popular attractions might not be worth the crowds or costs. Here are the tourist traps to skip and where to go instead.
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This trail in the Superstition Mountains combines local legends of stashed gold with stunning desert landscapes and impressive rock formations.
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This pristine bay offers the same kinds of powdery beaches, turquoise waters, and tasty eateries as Seven Mile Beach, but without all the unnecessary crowds.
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This riverside pocket in Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley blends quaint Colonial homes, brick storefronts, cozy eateries, and winding forested trails.
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A quieter Cornhusker State escape combines local history, family-friendly stops, small-town shopping, and easy access to peaceful outdoor spaces.
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Atlanta and Savannah are famous both historically and today, but not every Georgia town is so lucky. Here's a place mostly abandoned, but still worth a visit.
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While overshadowed by larger Midwest cities, this riverfront haven offers visitors a pleasant mix of history, art, scenic views, and outdoor adventure.
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This coastal enclave on the East Coast is a haven for those who love peaceful getaways with trails, plentiful green spaces, and a nearby lighthouse to explore.
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A perennial draw for campers and hikers, this California state park is a forested reserve along Lake Tahoe. Its beach and trails are best enjoyed in the summer.
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Known as the "Heart of Route 66," this iconic city makes for a fun detour from Tulsa, with nostalgic attractions, festivals, and funky shops to explore.
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This Iowa city offers a charming downtown lined with old-school storefronts and a wealth of antique stores, along with annual antique festivals.
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This Alabama state park is packed with history, from its well-curated museum to its authentic structures. Spend a day here, or book a cabin for the night.
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As charming as St. Augustine is, sometimes the crowds can make for a less-than-perfect experience there. Thankfully, this laid-back island is a hop away.
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This gorgeous small town with a famous name provides everything from lake delights to stunning state parks in the underrated state of Oklahoma.
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This charming Massachusetts town has lakeside scenery, local flavor, small-town history, and peaceful outdoor spaces, making it an easygoing East Coast escape.
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Some places make great retirement spots because they offer tranquility; others, adventure. This windswept California county is the best of both.
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This desert escape near Tucson offers Arizona hiking trails, wildlife viewing, towering saguaros, canyon scenery, seasonal waterfalls, and shuttle rides.
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Alabama is arguably one of the most underrated states in the union, and this delightful state park has cool, refreshing waters and excellent camping.
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This Orange County pizza spot was ranked the best in the state, and one of the best in the world, for its pies made with special dough and fresh ingredients.
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Along with a few scenic beaches, this stunning reservoir is home to crystal-blue waters, miles of hiking trails, cozy campgrounds, and excellent trout fishing.
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The Shore has plenty of options when it comes to beach towns, and exploring different spots reveals different vibes to suit every kind of traveler.
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This peaceful forest escape in northern Idaho pairs a wild scenic river with secluded campgrounds, mountain trails, trout fishing, and abundant wildlife.
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This forested preserve that's tucked between Pennsylvania and New York is home to 70 miles of the famed Appalachian Trail and a peaceful 255-acre lake.
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