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  • a mountain in Mürren, Switzerland
    By Kristin Conard January 13th, 2025

    The Daredevil European Adventure That Had Rick Steves Waking In The Night Clutching His Mattress

    Think travel expert Rick Steves can only offer tips on his favorite cities and restaurant? He also knows a thing or two about seeking breathtaking adventure.

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  • View of Lake Lanier from Oakwood, GA
    By Carter Glascock January 13th, 2025

    Hidden Near Lake Lanier's Tree-Lined Shores Is A Historic Beauty Called 'Georgia's Most Underrated City'

    This charming city on the shores of Georgia's Lake Lanier boasts a plethora of outdoor activities and an incredibly community-friendly public university.

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  • Landscape of Barstow, CA
    By Lauren Kershner January 13th, 2025

    Halfway Between Los Angeles And Las Vegas Is A Route 66 Pitstop Town With Hidden Gems All Around

    This desert town along Route 66 is a must-visit, featuring unique stops like California's largest gas station, quirky diners, and museums about Western history.

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  • View of mountains near Area 51 on the Extraterrestrial Highway
    By Nate Gesar January 12th, 2025

    Sneak A Peek At The Legendary Area 51 With Beautiful Desert Scenery From A Hidden Nevada Summit

    The Legendary Area 51 is off-limits, but you can sneak a peek from a distance from a hidden Nevada summit surrounded by beautiful desert scenery.

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  • Inside Ruby Falls Cave
    By Nate Gesar January 12th, 2025

    The Southern State That Offers 10,000 Caves And Caverns To Explore

    Adventurous travelers and especially spelunkers should head to this state for the ultimate chance to explore myriad caves and learn so much natural history.

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  • Red boathouse on Seneca Lake with sunset
    By Rene Bennett January 12th, 2025

    New York's Deepest Finger Lake Is Lined With Several Wineries, Outdoor Adventure, And Endless Beauty

    Seneca Lake is the perfect New York destination for those looking to experience the picturesque beauty of the outdoors while enjoying phenomenal local wines.

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  • The scenic Haines Highway surrounded by Alakan nature
    By Nate Gesar January 12th, 2025

    One Of The North's Most Spectacular Drives Is A Legendary Alaskan Road With Eerie Seclusion And Beauty

    Drive through North America’s gorgeous, pristine mountain landscape on this secluded Alaskan road, offering awe-inspiring views and quaint towns.

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  • Inside the Betty Ford Alpine Gardens in Vail, Colorado
    By Andrea Romano January 12th, 2025

    America's Highest Botanical Garden Is A Stunning, Free-To-Visit Alpine Beauty In The Rockies

    In Colorado's Rockies, 8,250 feet above sea level, you'll find the highest alpine botanical garden in America, home to over 3,000 unique plant species.

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  • Cats on street in Greece
    By Tamara Blazquez Haik January 12th, 2025

    You Might Want To Avoid Vacationing In This European Country If You're Allergic To Cats

    Street cats are a common sight in many countries, but you'll find felines all over in one European destination in particular. If you're allergic, watch out.

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  • Stave church at Scandinavia Heritage Park
    By Rene Bennett January 12th, 2025

    North Dakota's Magical Park Feels Like Stepping Into Scandinavia With Breathtaking Buildings And Views

    If you want to experience authentic Scandinavian culture without leaving the United States, this charming North Dakota park has you covered.

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  • View of beach at Salema Portugal in daylight
    By S. Flannagan January 12th, 2025

    One Of Rick Steves' Favorite Spots In Europe Is A Portuguese Beach Town 'Untrampled By Rowdy Tourists'

    Travelers often find crowds where they expected serenity, but there is one Portuguese Beach town that Rick Steves' says is 'untrampled by rowdy tourists.'

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  • A woman enjoys a hot volcanic sand bath
    By Nate Gesar January 12th, 2025

    Japan's Coast Hides The 'World's One And Only Natural Sand Bath' Offering A Unique Healing Experience

    On the edge of Japan’s third-largest island, there is a one-of-a-kind wellness experience where you’ll be bathed in hot sand while looking at the coastline.

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  • Timberline Mountain Lodge at the base of the Allegheny Mountains in West Virginia
    By Mark LoProto January 12th, 2025

    A West Virginia Favorite Ski Resort Hidden In The Canaan Valley Has The Southeast's Longest Slope

    Avid skiers should head to this hidden resort in West Virginia’s Canaan Valley to glide down the powders of the longest slope in the Southeast U.S.

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  • Miami Beach, Florida
    By Angelique Brenes January 12th, 2025

    One Of America's Most Pet-Friendly Hotels Is A Classy Beachfront Florida Beauty With An Art Gallery

    Traveling with a pet can be stressful, especially when it comes to finding a high-quality hotel, but this iconic Florida property puts those concerns to rest.

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  • View of a snowy mountainside in China
    By Norm Bour January 12th, 2025

    Walk Across A Glass Bridge Or Take A Cable Car Along One Of China's Most Breathtaking Mountains

    Some of China's most incredible mountains are home to a death-defying glass walkway and one of the longest and highest cable car rides in the world.

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  • An Apple Pie Baked in a Paper Bag with a slice missing
    By Angelica Tobit January 12th, 2025

    The Best Apple Pie In America Is A Mouth-Watering Wisconsin Marvel Baked In A Paper Bag

    There are two unusual secret ingredients in an apple pie recipe often considered to be the best in America. It's baked in Wisconsin and shipped to your door.

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  • Brookville Lake at sunset with a view of a distant boat
    By Angelica Tobit January 12th, 2025

    Indiana's 'Outdoor Recreation Destination' Is An Underrated County Lake With Unique Attractions

    For an epic outdoor vacation, visit this underrated Indiana lakeside town known for its recreational activities, natural attractions, and charming downtown.

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  • Vibrant murals are on display at Boise's Freak Alley
    By Judith Barnes January 12th, 2025

    The Largest Outdoor Mural Gallery In The Northwest Is A Colorful Alley Of Idaho Creativity

    An artist unintentionally started the largest outdoor art gallery in the Northwest when he ducked into the doorway of a coffee shop and started drawing.

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  • Cathedral in Foggia, Italy
    By Rene Bennett January 12th, 2025

    Feel Authentic Italy At A Secret City With Outdoor Beauty, Local Cuisine, And Agricultural Importance

    Savor the local cuisine (including a summer tomato festival) at this secret city in Italy that promises the most authentic Italian vacation.

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  • A woman looking at products at a refrigerated section of a convenience store
    By Nina Phillips January 12th, 2025

    They Say Everything's Bigger In This State With The World's Largest Convenience Store

    At this road stop, you can expect more than basic gas pumps and bags of peanuts. You'll discover the world's largest convenience store, packed with amenities.

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  • The interior cabin of a LATAM Airlines plane with screens in the seatbacks
    By Jamie Ditaranto January 12th, 2025

    A South American Airline That Won Big At 'The Oscars Of The Airline Industry' Is Convenient And Classy

    When flying around South America, you should choose to fly with the airline that consistently wins highly-coveted industry awards in multiple categories.

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  • Exterior of Bjórböðin Spa building
    By Kayo Chang Black January 12th, 2025

    Locals And Tourists Alike Love Soaking In Beer At Iceland's Dreamy Hot Tubs For A Unique Spa Day

    Iceland's famous geothermal lagoons are worth a visit, but if you're a beer lover, you'll want to add this beer-bath spa to your travel itinerary.

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  • The Salon Experience at Alinea
    By Angelique Brenes January 12th, 2025

    One Of Very Few Restaurants In Chicago To Maintain Three Michelin Star Status Transcends Expectations

    For an unforgettable meal in the heart of Chicago, book a table at this Michelin-starred restaurant, where food, artistry, and ambiance come together.

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  • Aerial view of Cortez, Florida
    By Felix Gott January 12th, 2025

    The Breathtaking And Uncrowded Gulf Coast Fishing Village With A Funky Florida Keys Feel

    To bask in relaxed, laidback Florida Keys vibes without crowds, head to this fishing village on the Gulf Coast for a unique and charming experience.

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  • Two kids sledding down a snowy hill, one in a tube and one holding on
    By Nina Phillips January 12th, 2025

    The Highest, Fastest, Most Thrilling Sledding And Tubing Hill In All Of Colorado Is Also Free

    For the perfect, budget-friendly winter activity, pack up the car and head to this fun, fast, and free tubing and sledding hill in Colorado.

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  • an aerial view of the Bellagio in Las Vegas
    By Alex Lauzon January 12th, 2025

    Skip The Crowded And Touristy Strip For Las Vegas' Hip Brewery Row To Party Like A Local

    When you want to escape the crowds of Las Vegas but still desire entertaining nightlife options, these establishments on Brewery Row will do the trick.

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  • View of Lago di Vagli
    By Mike Dunphy January 12th, 2025

    The Eerie But Beautiful Ghost Town Hidden Beneath Italy's Vagli Lake

    The village of Fabbriche di Careggine in Tuscany is fully submerged under Lago di Vagli but every once in a while it makes a ghostly appearance above the water.

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