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  • Mermaid Kristie swimming with manatee
    By Angelique Brenes September 15th, 2024

    See Real-Life Mermaids At This One-Of-A-Kind Florida State Park

    Discover the magic of seeing real-life mermaids at a one-of-a-kind Florida state park. Plan your visit for an unforgettable family vacation.

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  • Anza-Borrego Desert State Park
    By Grae Gleason September 15th, 2024

    California's Largest State Park Is Known As The Best Stargazing Destination In America

    California has many beautiful desert state parks, but its largest doubles as one of the best stargazing destinations you can find in America.

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  • Darien, Connecticut, homes and greenery
    By Andrea Marie September 15th, 2024

    Nothing Exudes Quiet Luxury Quite Like This Bougie And Beautiful Connecticut Beach Town

    For a beautiful chic quiet luxury getaway, this coastal Connecticut town offers great ocean views as well as fine dining, yachting, and pickleball.

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  • Fayette Historic Townsite on Lake Michigan
    By Lauren Kershner September 15th, 2024

    Michigan's Most Underrated Museum Is An Outdoor Paradise With Iconic Great Lake Views

    Not all museums are equal, and this underrated spot in Michigan marries history, culture, mystery, and majestic nature in a truly unique setting.

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  • A hiker smiling
    By Jenna Kelley September 15th, 2024

    Full Of History And Friendly Locals, This Charming City Was Named America's Happiest

    Sometimes the people are the best thing about a destination, and visitors will find nothing but smiles in this smaller but thrilling Southwest U.S. town.

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  • Lake Mohave near Willow Beach Arizona
    By Hillary Louise Johnson September 15th, 2024

    Skip The Crowds Of Lake Mead For This Nearby Breathtaking Desert Lake

    Sometimes, no matter how great a destination is, you just don't want to deal with hoards of people. If Lake Mead is too busy for you, head to this lake instead.

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  • woman cliffside acadia fall leaves
    By Mina Elwell September 14th, 2024

    The 5 Most Beautiful Hikes In Acadia National Park For Fall Foliage Hues, According To Hikers

    Acadia National Park is gorgeous year-round, but in fall, it is truly a sight to be seen. Immerse yourself in the fall foliage on one of these hikes.

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  • California highway through desert
    By Jonathan Houston September 14th, 2024

    One Of California's Best Road Trips Offers Incredible Desert, Forest, And Alpine Lake Views

    This California road trip totals about two hours, encompassing deserts, mountains, forests, lakes, and tons of resort towns and destinations well worth a stop.

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  • Madeira Beach and coastline
    By Jonathan Houston September 14th, 2024

    Explore A Sea-Themed Boardwalk And Miles Of Sandy Beaches At This Underrated Florida City

    Fish, boat, and swim at this underrated Florida beach destination, complete with a crocodile rescue center and a family-friendly sea-themed boardwalk.

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  • Devil's Kettle waterfall from above
    By Sharon Kong Perring September 14th, 2024

    The Mysterious 'Waterfall To Nowhere' Is A Unique 'Lake Superior Gem,' Per Samantha Brown

    Famous television host and travel expert Samantha Brown thinks this mysterious "waterfall to nowhere" is a unique "Lake Superior gem." Here's why.

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  • Hiker overlooking the Going-to-the-Sun Road
    By Kristin Conard September 14th, 2024

    One Of America's Most Scenic Roads Is A Mountainous Highway Through Glacier National Park

    Glacier National Park has been called the Crown of the Continent. So it makes sense that one of America's most beautiful roads runs through this stunning spot.

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  • Feet in blue water
    By Kenan Dudley September 14th, 2024

    5 Bodies Of Water In America With Unbelievably Vibrant Blue Gatorade-Colored Hues

    America's wild lands are full of striking natural colors that can remind us of our favorite sports drinks. These five bodies of water are especially blue.

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  • Drakensberg Mountains in South Africa
    By Hillary Louise Johnson September 14th, 2024

    The Unsettling Reasons This South African Hike Is So Deadly

    One of the most rewarding hikes in the world can be experienced in a beautiful South African national park, but it can also be very dangerous.

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  • Base of a redwood tree
    By Kristin Conard September 14th, 2024

    Avoid This Majestic California Tree In Redwood National Park Or Face A Fee And Jail Time

    Redwood National Park has some of the world's oldest and tallest trees. There's one tree, though, that you won't be able to see up close -- and for good reason.

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  • Florida pier with evening sunset
    By Andrea Marie September 14th, 2024

    This Laidback Town May Be The Best-Kept Secret Destination On Florida's Gulf Coast

    Fish, hike, and see birds in this laidback destination along Florida's Gulf Coast - you can get a great natural vacation with a nearby bay, river, and parks.

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  • Telluride's box canyon surrounded by mountains
    By Nina Phillips September 13th, 2024

    This Year-Round Destination Boasts Front-Row Views Of Colorado's Iconic Rocky Mountains

    Colorado is a spectacular vacation spot to get back to nature, and one beautiful town has it all, including gorgeous vistas of the Rocky Mountains.

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  • greenbrier valley mountain views
    By Lilly Paltsev September 12th, 2024

    Avoid Crowds And Enjoy Fall Foliage At This Breathtaking But Underrated West Virginia Valley

    Looking to admire the fall foliage, but hate dealing with crowds? Grab your hiking shoes and come visit this picturesque West Virginia destination.

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  • View from Millcreek Canyon
    By Jonathan Houston September 12th, 2024

    Outdoor Adventures Are Endless At This Underrated Gateway To Utah's Iconic Salt Lake City

    For the best of Utah's amazing natural beauty and epic adventures, consider this smaller town instead of a far busier destination like Salt Lake City.

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  • Tule elk silhouttes at sunset
    By Kristin Conard September 11th, 2024

    You're Almost Guaranteed An Elk Sighting On This Spectacular Coastal Trail In California

    In Northern California, you'll find a costal trail that offers more than just views of the ocean - you can spot a subspecies of elk only found in the state.

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  • sunset in Arizona Sonoran desert
    By Melissa Szaro September 11th, 2024

    The Most Underrated State Parks In All Of Arizona, According To Visitors

    There's much more to see in Arizona than just the Grand Canyon, so if you find yourself in the Southwestern state, check out these gorgeous state parks.

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  • Large waterfall in a forest
    By Sharon Kong Perring September 11th, 2024

    Witness Italy's Ancient Engineering Magic At The World's Tallest Man-Made Waterfall

    The world's tallest man-made waterfall is found in Italy. If you plan on making the trip, here's what you can expect - and what to prepare for.

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  • Waterside buildings in Luzern, Switzerland
    By Grae Gleason September 10th, 2024

    This Cute Lakeside City May Just Be The Best Urban Gem In All Of Switzerland, Per Rick Steves

    Travel expert Rick Steves says to ignore Geneva and head for this lakeside city in Switzerland instead for an urban gem the whole family can enjoy.

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  • abandoned mill mountain Kennecott
    By Mina Elwell September 10th, 2024

    Step Back In Time At This Overlooked Alaskan Ghost Town Turned National Historic Landmark

    The Kennecott Mines National Historic Landmark is an overlooked ghost town in Alaska that will take you back in time and offer breathtaking views.

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  • beartooth highway mountains snow
    By Mina Elwell September 10th, 2024

    The 'Most Beautiful Roadway In America' Is An Unforgettable Entrance To A National Park

    You may not think of roadways as being especially scenic locales, but this one has can't-miss views that are more than worthy of a road trip.

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  • Downtown Walnut Creek at dusk
    By Kristin Conard September 9th, 2024

    Famed For World-Renowned Shopping, This Eclectic California City Also Offers An Outdoor Paradise

    If you're looking for an urban getaway with top-notch shopping that still gives you easy access to the great outdoors, look no further than this Bay Area city.

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  • Overhead view of Chimney Rock
    By Kenan Dudley September 9th, 2024

    Explore One Of North Carolina's Most Iconic Attractions At This State Park

    This North Carolina state park is home to one of the most geologically fascinating destinations and the most beautiful, sweeping views you'll ever see.

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  • View of Mount Old Baldy at Garner State Park
    By Laura Zbinden September 9th, 2024

    One Of America's Best-Ranked State Parks Is This Texas Hidden Gem With Endless Outdoor Activities

    Texas is a large state, so it makes sense that it is full of underrated travel destinations, like this state park and its wide variety of outdoor activities.

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