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  • Downtown Tyler, Texas
    By Jonathan Houston 6 months ago

    Texas' 'Rose Capital Of America' Is A Fast-Growing City With Gardens, Zoos, And A Vibrant Downtown Arts Scene

    If you've never been, it's easy to imagine all of Texas as the desert land of cowboys, but there's a lot of life even in the smaller cities like this one.

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  • Aerial shot of Chicago skyline
    By Alex Lauzon 6 months ago

    One Of Chicago's Best Suburbs Is Known For Its Spacious Lots, Boutique Shopping, And Golf Greens

    One of the best parts about the Chicago area isn't the big city — it's a nearby suburb full of activities, cute shops, and a renowned golf course to enjoy.

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  • Hiking on a mountain and stepping on a poop
    By Valentina Pucciano 6 months ago

    Wyoming's Breathtaking Grand Teton National Park Has An Unexpected And Shockingly Gross Health Hazard

    When hiking, enjoy the sights and smells all around you...just watch your step. There's an unexpected health hazard doing a number on Grand Teton National Park.

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  • Entrance to maze with scarecrows and bails of hay
    By Brandy Jo Hastings 6 months ago

    Between Jacksonville And Orlando Is Florida's Fall Haven With An Impressive Corn Maze And Family-Friendly Fun

    Nothing beats a corn maze to bring in fall! If you're traveling or living near Jacksonville, Florida, you won't want to miss this family-friendly farm close by.

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  • Autumn leaves in the Adirondacks
    By Tammy Grey 6 months ago

    Escape To The Adirondacks' Serene Riverfront Village With Artsy Charm Before Fall Ends

    Witness New York’s beautiful Adirondack fall foliage before it’s too late at a quaint village with a prominent local art scene and riverside views.

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  • Fall foliage at Kathryn Albertson Park in Boise, Idaho
    By Bridget Gleeson 6 months ago

    Idaho's Ultimate Fall Road Trip Route Explores The Gorgeous, Multicolored Forests Of The State's Stunning Parks

    Looking to combine the beauty of fall with an exciting road and camping trip? You'll want to check out this scenic route through southern Idaho this season.

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  • Aerial view of Athens, Tennessee, at dusk
    By Sarah Kesterson 6 months ago

    Halfway Between Chattanooga And Knoxville Is Tennessee's 'Friendly City' With A Lovely Downtown And Outdoor Fun

    This Tennessee gem offers public art, hiking trails, cute boutiques and local eateries, and access to outdoor adventure, all wrapped in a small-town package.

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  • The Schoolhouse Hotel, a former high school, stands under a blue sky with fluffy white clouds.
    By Anastasia Mills Healy 6 months ago

    This West Virginia Hotel Is One Of America's Most Accessible As A Gateway To Blue Ridge Beauty With Quality Dining

    Banish the image of a stuffy hotel when you think about this accessibility haven in West Virginia. There's plenty to do here that everyone is able to enjoy.

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  • White River flows through cabins in Cotter, Arkansas
    By S. Flannagan 6 months ago

    Arkansas' 'Trout Capital Of The US' Combines Fly-Fishing Bliss, Mountain Trails, And Riverfront Lodges

    This Arkansas Ozark town promises gorgeous riverfront lodging, fun mountain trails, river adventures, and some of the best trout fishing in America.

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  • Golden fall foliage in the San Gorgonio Wilderness in California
    By Rene Bennett 6 months ago

    California's 'Old Grayback' Mountain Wilderness Is A Scenic Destination To Admire Unspoiled Fall Foliage

    If you're looking for a scenic destination in Southern California to view some amazing fall foliage this season, then look no further than this mountain gem.

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  • A wheelchair-accessible hang glider ride at Morgan's Wonderland in San Antonio, Texas
    By Rene Bennett 6 months ago

    America's Most Inclusive Theme Park Is A Hidden Texas Gem With A Heartfelt Mission

    This Lone Star State establishment provides a theme park experience customized for folks with special needs who may feel alienated at conventional parks.

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  • Snow-capped mountains and meadows abound in Idaho
    By Joseph Richard Francis 6 months ago

    Idaho's Natural Wonders Are Calling With Waterfalls, Canyons, And Breathtaking Trails

    From massive waterfalls and canyons to otherworldly parks and unforgettable forests, Idaho proves its nickname the Gem State may refer to its natural wonders.

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  • Route 66 road sign with railroad in Goffs, California
    By Kelley Dukat 6 months ago

    California's Once-Thriving Town On Route 66 Is Now An Abandoned Historic Site With Rustic Desert Charm

    Route 66 once connected thriving towns across the country, including this California ghost town, which boasts historic buildings in a charming desert landscape.

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  • Riviera Maya sparkles in Quintana Roo, Mexico
    By Jody Miller 6 months ago

    Avoid Overlooking Cheap, Affordable Resort Getaways If You Want To Experience The Best Of The Caribbean

    The Caribbean is known for its exclusive, expensive resorts, but if you do some homework, you can find amazing experiences at affordable all-inclusive options.

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  • Mountains loom over Corinne, Utah
    By Audrey Enjoli 6 months ago

    Outside Salt Lake City Is Utah's Underrated Town Near A Historic Park And Unique Natural Attractions

    Take a detour outside Salt Lake City to an underrated town that combines true American history with outdoor adventures both on and around the Great Salt Lake

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  • Traffic congestion in the Marin Sonoma Narrows in California
    By Kristin Conard 6 months ago

    California Highway Opens A New Section Of Road After Decades Of Construction

    Known for its long traffic jams and complicated roadways, California made headway recently by opening a new section of highway after years of construction.

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  • Clifty Falls at Clifty Falls State Park
    By Ishaan Arora 6 months ago

    This Midwest State Park Overlooking The Ohio River Is A Secret Paradise Full Of Waterfalls, Cliffs, And Fossils

    The Midwest is full of incredible state parks, and this one, which overlooks the Ohio River, is full of hiking trails past waterfalls, cliffs, and fossils.

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  • People wait in line to purchase tickets at an amusement park beneath a giant inflatable spider
    By Erika W. Smith 6 months ago

    America's Best Theme Park Halloween Event Is A Thrilling Pennsylvania Treat For The Whole Family

    Rated-R horror films and pumpkin beers are all well and good, but some Halloween events — maybe even the best Halloween events — cater to the wee ones.

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  • Several charming buildings line a quiet street in downtown New Windsor, New York.
    By Erika W. Smith 6 months ago

    Between Newark And Syracuse Is New York's Under-The-Radar Village With Hudson Valley Charm And Parks

    New York is a big state with no shortage of charming mountain towns and sprawling parks, but don't forget about this little village in the Hudson Valley.

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  • Small waterfall flowing into a pool in a dark autumnal forest
    By Amy McMahon 6 months ago

    14 Best Places To Have An Authentic, Fun Midwest Fall Getaway

    The Midwest is an underrated, autumnal gem that deserves just as much fall foliage hype as New England. Here are some of the best places for leaf peeping.

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  • Lake surrounded by trees with mountains in back
    By Maja Proescholdt 6 months ago

    Liechtenstein's Wildly Idyllic Lakeside Mountain Village Is Officially One Of Europe's Most Beautiful

    This dreamy Liechtenstein village is surrounded by jagged mountains and boasts not one but two impossibly azure lakes along with some amazing hiking trails.

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  • 20 million bats flying from Bracken Cave in Texaas
    By Kaira Carter 6 months ago

    Texas' Most Bat-Filled Cave Is Not For The Faint Of Heart

    If you have a bat phobia, stay away from this Texas cave at all costs — but if you're neutral or a fan of the animals, this is one sight you'll never forget.

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  • Pliny the Younger, a rare triple IPA by Russian River Brewing Company.
    By Desiree Koh 6 months ago

    Beer Lovers Cross Continents To California For A Sip Of This Sonoma County Brewery's Deliciously Rare IPA

    The long wait in line to sample this IPA that comes to its California brewery and brewpub but once a year is part of the allure of sipping it upon its release.

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  • Medano Creek, Colorado
    By Ishaan Arora 6 months ago

    Colorado's 'Natural Beach' Is A Seasonal Great Sand Dunes National Park Swim Spot With Unique, Unmatched Beauty

    If visiting Colorado in spring, make sure to visit the state's famous "natural beach" which makes for a fun tubing spot in Great Sand Dunes National Park.

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  • Downtown and Main Street in Fredericksburg Texas
    By Alex Lauzon 6 months ago

    Tucked In Texas Hill Country Is One Of America's Friendliest Cities With Wineries And German Flair

    Not far from Austin, visitors to Texas can tour vineyards and wineries via a shuttle service, sample bratwurst, and sip brews at an annual Oktoberfest festival.

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  • Yellow SkyLift chairs of Gatlinburg SkyPark against a blue sky
    By Kala Barba-Court 6 months ago

    The Top Lookout In Tennessee Is A Thrilling Smoky Mountain Adventure Destination With Lofty Bridges And Trails

    Just next to the Great Smoky Mountains, this Tennessee attraction takes you to the top of a summit on a chairlift, where you'll find trails and other thrills.

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  • The exterior of Jones Gap Baptist Church near Hendersonville, North Carolina
    By Rebecca High 6 months ago

    An Abandoned Church In North Carolina's Mountains Is A Hauntingly Beautiful Historic Location

    Hidden in the mountains of North Carolina is an eerie, historic church built in the early 1900s that has been sitting abandoned for several decades.

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