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  • Buildings next to the water in the resort zone of Cancun, Mexico, viewed from above.
    By Rachel Dennis 8 min ago

    6 Caribbean All-Inclusive Resorts Travelers May Want To Avoid

    With tons of all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean, we did some digging and found six that you might want to skip for reasons that could ruin your vacation.

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  • Graffiti on the wall of the Decatur Waterworks site
    By Jenna Kelley 23 min ago

    Georgia's Once-Thriving Waterworks Facility Is Now An Abandoned Beauty With Graffiti-Covered Buildings

    When thinking of a park, you likely don't think of old buildings or graffiti. However, this Georgia destination has turned something old into something new.

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  • Fruit and vegetabls at an outdoor market in Milan, Italy
    By Erin De Santiago 38 min ago

    10 Culture Shocks That Surprise Americans When Grocery Shopping Abroad

    Americans can expect to experience a myriad of cultural differences when they're traveling around the world, including at the local grocery store.

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  • View of the landscape from Peter Strauss Ranch
    By Kira Reinke 1 hour ago

    Between Santa Barbara And LA Is California's Once-Thriving Resort And Amusement Park That's Now A Woodland Oasis

    Tucked in the Santa Monica Mountains, this historic Southern California attraction offers hiking trails, live music, and remnants of a fascinating past.

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  • The strong local following at Mills Market
    By Carrie Back 2 hours ago

    'Orlando's Hub For Asian Eats And Shops' Is A Popular Foodie Spot With Michelin-Recognized Stalls

    Head to this mouth-watering market to try a wide range of specialties from across Asia. Best of all, many of these stalls are Michelin-recognized.

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  • The Spruce Flats Falls cascades over the rocks in a secluded part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    By Kirtana Menon 2 hours ago

    Nestled In Great Smoky Mountains National Park Is An Underrated Waterfall Hike For Lovely And Peaceful Scenery

    If you love hiking Great Smoky Mountains National Park, but hate dealing with crowded trails, this smaller, unmarked trail may be just what you are looking for.

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  • The walls at Graffiti Alley in Baltimore
    By Leslie Veliz 3 hours ago

    Baltimore's Graffiti-Covered Alley Is A Colorful City Attraction With Legal Street Art

    Established in 2005, this is the only place in Baltimore, Maryland, where street art is legal. Explore this graffiti-covered site as a fun stop in the city.

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  • A man fishes next to a red raft on the Wallowa River in eastern Oregon
    By Chris Tharp 3 hours ago

    Oregon's Under-The-Radar Campground On The Wallowa River Has Fishing And Rafting With Gorgeous Mountain Views

    Tucked away in northeast Oregon's Wallowa Mountains, this campground offers simple amenities and coveted access to the state's unspoiled wilderness.

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  • Aerial view of Bathurst in summer
    By Madeleine Bee 4 hours ago

    Canada's Charming New Brunswick City Is An East Coast Escape With Downtown Shops, Restaurants, And Bay Views

    This town is surrounded by water, and its more remote location makes it a fantastic getaway if you're looking for coastal charm and fresh seafood.

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  • An illuminated carousel in the Opry Mills Mall
    By Jenna Kelley 4 hours ago

    Nashville's Once-Thriving Unique Theme Park Is Now A Vibrant Indoor Mall With Tons Of Fun Shops

    Nashville, Tennessee, is home to many attractions, including the Grand Ole Opry, Country Music Hall of Fame, and a once-busy theme park that's now a mall.

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  • The remnants of the quarry at Sawyer Quarry Nature Preserve
    By Joe Orovic 5 hours ago

    Ohio's Once-Thriving Quarry Near Toledo Is Now A Scenic Nature Preserve With Trails And Family-Friendly Fun

    A limestone quarry from 1891 until 1932, now this nature preserve near Toledo, Ohio, offers 61 acres of hiking trails, rock climbing, and family-friendly fun.

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  • Two beach houses built on stilts near the shore with waves lapping around their bases and the sand and blue sky visible.
    By Sarah Bloomfield 5 hours ago

    Alabama's 6 Most Gorgeous Gulf Coast Towns Full Of Charm

    With long sand beaches and stunning little towns that invite you to sit a spell on the porch, Alabama's small but mighty coastline is worth a visit.

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  • A bench overlooking Newburgh Pointe in Livonia, Michigan
    By Jess Simms 6 hours ago

    Between Detroit And Ann Arbor Is A Sprawling Suburb With Open Green Spaces And Shopping Hubs

    For travelers to Detroit looking to do some shopping and escape the downtown noise, this suburb is a pleasant day trip that won't disappoint.

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  • Rainbows over houses and landscapes of Grantsburg, Wisconsin
    By Sam Scott 7 hours ago

    Wisconsin's 'Gateway To Crex Meadows' Is A Cozy Village Surrounded By Natural Beauty And Outdoor Recreation

    This Wisconsin village offers small-town charm, scenic outdoor adventures, and a relaxing escape into some of the Midwest's most beautiful natural landscapes.

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  • An aerial view of the Chicago skyline
    By Erika W. Smith 7 hours ago

    5 Must-See Art And Architecture Spots In Chicago, According To A Local

    The Windy City is loaded with gorgeous art, from stunning Art Deco skyscrapers to a world-class collection of Impressionist masterpieces — here's where to look.

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  • Low tide on a rocky beach with tall grasses in the foreground and snowy peaked mountains far off in the distance
    By Krista Shawley 7 hours ago

    Washington's Bayside Getaway An Hour From Vancouver Is An Idyllic West Coast Gem Brimming With Scenic Parks

    This community sits on a protected bay overlooking Vancouver Island and surrounding mountains, with miles of beach to stroll and activities in town to enjoy.

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  • A historic early 1900s hotel building that is now a restaurant in Byron Center
    By Mitchell Peterson 8 hours ago

    Between Grand Rapids And Holland Is A Vibrant Village With Local Eats, Shopping, And Outdoor Fun

    Michigan does small-town living a little differently than other places in the Midwest, and this charming, surprisingly dynamic community proves it.

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  • People play on the beach and around the lake at Cowans Gap State Park.
    By Eva Johnstone 8 hours ago

    This Lake State Park In Pennsylvania Has Forest Camping, Cozy Cabins, And Serene Trails

    Looking for a Pennsylvania camping getaway? This lakeside retreat offers wooded trails, mountain views, rustic cabins, and family-friendly recreation.

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  • McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park waterfalls
    By Kristin Conard 9 hours ago

    This Beloved California State Park Requires Reservations For The First Time

    A beloved California state park is introducing timed reservations, changing how visitors experience one of the country's most treasured outdoor escapes.

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  • Aerial view of Etowah, Tennessee, with the Appalachian mountains in the background on a summer day
    By Rebecca High 9 hours ago

    Between Chattanooga And Knoxville Is A Historic Rail City With Downtown Shops And Mountain Views

    Tucked between two of Tennessee's largest cities, this overlooked destination offers railroad history, mountain scenery, downtown shopping, and hiking.

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  • The Temple of Augustus and Livia in Vienne and the New York Stock Exchange
    By Joe Orovic 10 hours ago

    10 New York Destinations That Could Pass For Europe

    Historic streets, riverside villages, grand estates, and mountain retreats create European-style experiences in some of New York's most scenic corners.

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  • A view of the waterfall on Fenelon River in the center of Fenelon Falls, Ontario
    By Makayla Maxwell 10 hours ago

    Canada's 'Jewel Of The Kawarthas' Is A Lakeside Village With Downtown Shops, Beaches, And Outdoor Fun

    Explore Fenelon Falls in Ontario’s Kawartha Lakes, a charming village with waterfalls, beaches, local shops, festivals, and scenic outdoor adventures.

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  • Melton Hill Lake in East Tennessee
    By Audrey Simons 10 hours ago

    Just Outside Knoxville Is A Southern Lakeside Getaway With Outdoor Fun And Idyllic Trails

    This Tennessee lakeside escape offers forested shorelines, waterfront camping, paddling adventures, wildlife-filled trails, and relaxing outdoor recreation.

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  • Shoreline in Del Mar, California
    By Audrey Simons 10 hours ago

    California's New Law For Del Mar Beachgoers Comes With Up To $1,000 Fines For Breaking This Rule

    Heading to Del Mar? This coastal San Diego County destination has new beach rules that visitors should know before spending a day on the sand.

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  • A vintage Sinclair gas station in Snyder, Texas
    By Jonathan Houston 11 hours ago

    Nestled Between Lubbock And Austin Is Texas' City With Small-Town Charm And Downtown Shopping

    Explore Snyder, Texas, a charming West Texas town with local shops, barbecue, museums, retro roadside stops, and small-town appeal near Lubbock.

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  • A quiet central intersection in downtown Cayuga, with two story brick buildings pressed against each other and crosswalks
    By Mitchell Peterson 11 hours ago

    Between Detroit And Niagara Falls Is Canada's Community With Tasty Eats, Outdoor Fun, And A Historic Estate

    Explore Cayuga, Ontario, a charming Grand River town with historic Ruthven Park, standout restaurants, hiking trails, paddling, and small-town appeal.

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  • Boardwalk at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary in Lothian, Maryland
    By Jenna Busch 12 hours ago

    An Hour From Baltimore Is Maryland's Underrated Wildlife Sanctuary With A Scenic Boardwalk And Hiking Trails

    This outdoors destination an hour from Baltimore is an underrated Maryland wildlife sanctuary with a scenic boardwalk, wildlife, archaeology, and hiking trails.

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