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  • Red brick warehouses with Mount Hakodate in the background
    By Lucie Grace 5 hours ago

    Japan's Underrated City On The Coast Is An Asian Escape With Gorgeous Mountains, Hot Springs, And Seafood

    Outside of Japan's typical tourist trail is a northern city with hot springs, stunning views, and a bustling seafood market where you can feast on fresh fish.

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  • The Aroostook River in Caribou, Maine, in autumn
    By Jenna Kelley 6 hours ago

    Forget Florida, Retire To This East Coast City With River Views, Festivals, And Endless Outdoor Fun

    Visitors will fall in love with this charming town in Aroostook County, Maine, that has close community ties, year-round events, and a pretty downtown.

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  • View of the 1837 methodist church at Rocky Springs through leafy trees.
    By Ben M Stower 8 hours ago

    Mississippi's Former Farm Town Is Now An Abandoned Escape For Camping, Scenic Views, And Trails

    If you are interested in America's abandoned locations, you can check out this Mississippi ghost town that was once a thriving farming community.

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  • Wildflower-lined trail at the Ohio River Bluffs Preserve in Ohio
    By Rene Bennett 9 hours ago

    Between Columbus And Lexington Is Ohio's Hilly Nature Preserve With Wildflowers, River Views, And Trails

    If you're making the trip out to Southern Ohio soon, make sure to stop by this nature preserve if you want to see a beautiful and overlooked side of the state.

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  • The Cossatot River running through Cossatot River State Park in Arkansas
    By Anahid Akkam 9 hours ago

    Nestled Near The Arkansas-Oklahoma Border Is A Riverfront State Park With Rafting Adventures And Trails

    This scenic Arkansas state park offers dramatic whitewater, rugged landscapes, peaceful wilderness, and camping opportunities, making it perfect for a getaway.

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  • Rectangular lighthouse surrounded by maple trees against lake views
    By Rory Buccheri 11 hours ago

    North America's Third-Largest Great Lakes Island Is A Canadian Gem With Tasty Eats, Cute Shops, And Camping

    The third-largest island in North America's Great Lakes is a Canadian gem, with delicious eats, cute shops, camping, and historic buildings.

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  • The view of the Rocky Mountains on a sunny day from the top of Mt. Elbert in Colorado
    By Robert Isenberg 12 hours ago

    Why Many Of North America's Largest Mountains Are Close To The Same Height

    From the Cascades to the Sierra Nevadas and Sawatch Range, this is why many of the mountains in the United States lower 48 are about 14,000 feet tall.

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  • The Cheewhat Giant cedar tree on Vancouver Island
    By Heather Cole 15 hours ago

    Canada's Largest Tree Is A Breathtaking West Coast Gem Nestled In Pacific Rim National Park Reserve

    Hidden in the dense foliage of Canada's Vancouver Island, this 182-foot barked giant is at least two millennia old and the world's largest tree of its kind.

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  • The begins to set over Big Stone Lake from Hartford Beach State Park, South Dakota
    By Chris Tharp 15 hours ago

    The Midwest's Lesser-Known Lake Haven Is A Scenic State Park Escape For Camping, Hiking, And Fishing

    Occupying an idyllic spot amongst bluffs, boulders, and forests, this under-the-radar state park is a perfect place to soak up serene natural beauty.

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  • Aerial view of Stevenson, Alabama along Tennessee River
    By Sam Scott 16 hours ago

    Between Chattanooga And Huntsville Is A Charming Southern City With Endless Outdoor Fun And A Historic Downtown

    This charming city in the Deep South, between Chattanooga and Huntsville, boasts endless outdoor fun with wildlife and river frontage, and a historic downtown.

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  • A woman leans out of her car window on in a sunny day in the mountains
    By Kate Mothes 16 hours ago

    14 Best Ways To Make Sure Your Dollar Goes The Furthest On A Road Trip

    The United States is chock full of amazing road trips that can take you from sea to shining sea, but just be careful of how your budget can get out of hand.

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  • Lake shore of Adams Lake with yellow kayaks on pebbled beach
    By Rory Buccheri 17 hours ago

    Canada's Largely Crowd-Free Lake Oasis Is Ideal For Quiet Camping, Fishing, And Boating

    Want to take in the Canadian outdoors without getting overwhelmed by a sea of crowds? The country is hiding a beautiful lake oasis with everything you can want.

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  • Aerial view of the Payson Utah Temple in the middle of trees and houses on a sunny day under the blue sky
    By Kaylee Giacomini-Moran 18 hours ago

    South Of Provo Is Utah's Peaceful City With Mountain Trails, A Walkable Main Street, And A Nearby Lake

    This Utah town is surrounded by mountains, so there is plenty of opportunity to take in the scenery, whether it's on Main Street or by a lake.

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  • Old timber buildings in the forests around Kennicott, Alaska
    By Joseph Richard Francis 19 hours ago

    8 Once-Thriving Mining Towns That Are Now Abandoned Beauties

    The vast expanse of the United States is dotted with fascinating mining towns that have been all but abandoned, leaving only whispers of a different time.

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  • People hiking over large rocks and around a small waterfall in Cooper Hollow Wildlife Area in Oak Hill, Ohio
    By Nally Preseault 20 hours ago

    Sandwiched Between Columbus And The West Virginia Border Is Ohio's Wildlife Haven For Hiking And Fishing

    Spanning over 5,700 acres, this once-deforested area is now a thriving natural sanctuary with diverse habitats and remnants of its industrial past.

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  • View of the beach at Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge in St. Croix
    By Kira Reinke 20 hours ago

    One Of The World's Best Beaches Is A Pristine US Virgin Islands Beauty With Clear Waters And Sea Turtles

    St. Croix has a wildlife refuge that boasts pristine waters and white-sand beaches where sea turtles are protected from the public during their nesting season.

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  • Beautiful riverfront homes in Amherstburg, Ontario, backgrounded by green trees with a buoy marker in the foreground.
    By Anna Smith 21 hours ago

    Canada's Historic Lake Erie Town Has Shops, Wine, Festivals, And Stunning River Views

    If you want to learn some Canadian history and take part in some cultural festivals, you can head to this Ontario town near Lake Erie and see the sights.

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  • Boardwalk along the Kingsport Greenbelt
    By Caitlin McAllister 22 hours ago

    Nestled On The Virginia Border Is Tennessee's Lesser-Known Linear Park With Scenic River Boardwalks And Wildlife

    Tennessee's unique park offers a peaceful escape with riverside boardwalks, wooded trails, abundant wildlife, and relaxing outdoor recreation.

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  • A small boat in Lagoa dos Patos with city structures in the background in Brazil
    By Rene Bennett 1 day ago

    The World's Largest Coastal Lagoon Is An Underrated Haven For Birdwatching, Beaches, And Boating

    This massive, 4,000-square-mile lagoon is a playground for birdwatchers, boaters, nature lovers, and beach-goers looking for a remote escape.

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  • Rental boats on a lake at Montgomery Bell State Park
    By Christy Nicholson 1 day ago

    Between Nashville And The Western Tennessee River Is A State Park With Lakeside Eats, Scenic Golf, And Hiking

    This state park west of Nashville offers Sunday brunch overlooking a lake, a golf course surrounded by forest, and nature trails and overnight hiking trails.

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  • The Trans-Canada Highway in Abbotsford, British Columbia, with Mount Baker in the background
    By Megi Canco 1 day ago

    Canada's Underrated City Is A Fraser Valley Hub With Berry Farms, Mountain Views, And Local Markets

    This under-the-radar city in British Columbia is just an hour from Vancouver but offers scenic countryside landscapes and farm-to-table restaurants.

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  • This is a picture of the main street in Waterville, Washington
    By Kelley Dukat 1 day ago

    Sandwiched Between Seattle And Spokane Is One Of Washington's Highest Towns With Historic Charm

    Experience high-altitude historic delights in this charming town in Washington, located on the journey between Spokane and Seattle.

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  • A section of the famous Beaver Boardwalk in Hinton, Canada
    By Joseph Richard Francis 1 day ago

    The World's Longest Freshwater Boardwalk Is A Wetland Wonder In Canada's Underrated 'Gateway To The Rockies'

    Visit the world's longest freshwater boardwalk in the Canadian Rockies for a scenic stroll and the opportunity to spot beavers and other wildlife.

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  • The spring-fed lake at Battle Ground Lake State Park
    By Rachel Dennis 2 days ago

    Washington's Charming City With A Cute Main Street And Lakeside State Park Is A Quick Portland Day Trip

    If you're in Portland, Oregon, and want to take a quick break in a rural environment, you can make a quick drive to this scenic Washington city.

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  • A closeup of three white sand dollars in the sand on a powdery white sand beach
    By Rebekah Winters Barton 2 days ago

    Florida Gulf Coast Beaches Where Sand Dollars Wash Ashore

    Sand dollars are a welcome find for people who love to go shelling on Florida's beaches. Here are some of the best places where people have found them.

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  • Tower Bridge crosses the Sacramento River with downtown in the background.
    By Eva Johnstone 2 days ago

    7 Free Family-Friendly Things To Do In And Around Sacramento

    Keep little ones entertained in Sacramento, California, with these free activities and attractions, recommended online by local parents and kids.

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  • A small train stopped at the platform at Pine Mountain Gold Museum
    By Anahid Akkam 2 days ago

    Between Atlanta And Birmingham Is A Historic Georgia City With Shops, Tasty Eats, And Gold Rush Roots

    Thought by some to be the birthplace of Georgia's gold rush, this city has a museum devoted to this history, along with top-rated eateries and shops.

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