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  • A beach on Lake Michigan with the Chicago skyline behind
    By Bridget Gleeson 3 hours ago

    Nearly Half Of Chicago's Beaches Are Cracking Down On A Fee Travelers Should Be Aware Of In 2026

    Headed to the sandy shores of Lake Michigan? Here's what visitors should know about parking changes coming to Chicago's beaches this summer.

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  • The historic courthouse building in Morden, Canada
    By Sam Scott 5 hours ago

    Canada's Senior-Friendly 'City Of Discovery' Is An Affordable Gem With Beach Fun, Pretty Parks, And Good Food

    This welcoming Canadian town offers sandy lake beaches, peaceful parks, affordable living, and small-town charm with plenty of relaxing outdoor adventures.

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  • The Antlers Inn in Kingsland, Texas
    By Audrey Simons 5 hours ago

    Between San Antonio And Fort Worth Is A Texas Lakefront Inn With Hill Country Charm And Train Caboose Stays

    A historic inn in Texas Hill Country offers vintage suites, restored train cabooses, a Victorian-era farmhouse restaurant, and access to Lake Lyndon B. Johnson.

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  • Storm King Art Center with sculptures amid a rolling, autumnal landscape in Hudson Valley, New York
    By Kate Mothes 6 hours ago

    America's Most Impressive Sculpture Parks Offer World-Class Art Nestled Amid Stunning Landscapes

    Sculpture parks are the perfect way to blend outdoor adventure with beautiful artwork. Here are some of the best places to see iconic works in the U.S.

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  • People enjoying their time at Lawrencetown Beach Provincial Park on a clear day
    By Makayla Maxwell 7 hours ago

    Canada's Charming Coastal Municipality Is A Beachy Haven Near Halifax With A Scenic Provincial Park And Surfing

    Discover a coastal Nova Scotia haven near Halifax with a provincial park, world-class surfing, scenic hiking trails, and secluded beaches.

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  • view from Larry G. Crites Memorial Park, Festus, Missouri
    By Megi Canco 8 hours ago

    Under An Hour From St. Louis Is Missouri's Up-And-Coming City With A Vibrant Downtown, Parks, And Festivals

    Roughly 45 minutes from St. Louis, Missouri, is an expanding town that features multiple parks, seasonal festivals, and a quaint downtown with local businesses.

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  • Breakheart Reservation, Massachusetts
    By Megi Canco 14 hours ago

    Massachusetts' Scenic State Park Near Boston Is A Peaceful Gem With Lakes, Trails, And Fishing

    If you're in Boston and want a nearby escape into nature, you can head to this lakeside state park and go for a hike or cast a line into the water.

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  • A hot air balloon along the waterfront at Orlando's Disney Springs
    By Sarah Joseph 15 hours ago

    This Family-Friendly Florida City Was Named The Second-Best Summer Travel Destination In 2026

    We've got news for families planning their summer vacation: This Florida city was named a top travel destination for 2026, and it's packed with attractions.

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  • Water slides at Splash RV Resort in Milton, Florida
    By Jenna Busch 18 hours ago

    Between Mobile And Tallahassee Is Florida's Family-Friendly RV Resort Filled With Water Park-Style Attractions

    This RV-friendly resort boasts its own water park, along with other family-friendly amenities from miniature golf to playgrounds and an arcade.

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  • the San Juan skyline pictured from off the coast, with the Castillo San Felipe del Morro castle in focus
    By Kirtana Menon 21 hours ago

    Why More And More Travelers Are Saying Goodbye To Puerto Rico Vacations In 2026

    Puerto Rico is an easy tropical getaway close to the U.S., and while tourism numbers had been increasing in recent years, they are dipping in 2026.

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  • Frustrated passenger in an airport terminal
    By Nola Sarkisian-Miller 1 day ago

    The Most Stressful Airport In The World Is A US East Coast Hub Known For Cancellations

    This major East Coast airport was ranked the most stressful airport in the world, with three other U.S. air hubs also landing in the top five.

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  • Buildings in downtown Lincoln, Nebraska, at twilight
    By Sarah Bloomfield 1 day ago

    Forget Florida, Retire To This Midwest Beauty With Endless Outdoor Fun And Affordable, Healthy Living

    Skip the beaches of Florida and retire in this Midwestern city full of gorgeous gardens to stroll, several public golf courses, and senior-friendly services.

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  • An aerial view of Berkeley and northern Oakland, in the direction of the Southside neighborhood
    By Jenna Kelley 1 day ago

    California's Charming College Neighborhood Is Highly Walkable With An Energetic Feel And Vibrant Shops

    If you like your neighborhoods to be pedestrian-friendly and packed with independent shops and charming vibes, this delightful spot in California is for you.

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  • A scorpion rests on a tree branch
    By Robert Isenberg 1 day ago

    This Sunny, Wildly Popular Vacation Hub Actually Has The Most Venomous Animals In America

    We could all use a relaxing vacation spot, so you'll want to avoid this popular spot if venomous creatures keep you on edge (and we don't blame you).

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  • Red brick courthouse with white columns and blue sky in George West, Texas
    By Olivia Typaldos 2 days ago

    Between San Antonio And Corpus Christi Is The 'Storytelling Capital Of Texas' With Historic Charm And Tasty Eats

    This Texas town became famous for its storytelling festival, but it also has a unique line-up of restaurants and historic buildings downtown.

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  • Guest room at Casa Palmero in Pebble Beach, California
    By Kristin Conard 2 days ago

    California's Coastal Mediterranean-Style Boutique Hotel In Pebble Beach Has Award-Winning Golf And Spa

    This secluded getaway in the Monterey Peninsula offers Mediterranean-style suites, luxury spa amenities, golf privileges, and coastal landscapes.

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  • Aerial view of Bear Brook State Park, New Hampshire in early autumn
    By Stephen Hanson 2 days ago

    Near Concord Is New Hampshire's Lovely State Park With Scenic Trails, Camping, And A Swim Beach

    This peaceful forest park in New Hampshire offers scenic woodland trails, quiet ponds, rustic camping, and a sandy swim beach surrounded by New England scenery.

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  • Peninsula Ridge States Winery, Beamsville, Ontario, main building and vineyard
    By Kristy Ambrose 2 days ago

    Between Lake Ontario And Niagara Falls Is Canada's Enticing Wine Region

    If you want to take an extensive wine tour up north, you can plan a trip to this region of Ontario, Canada, which is home to over 30 wineries.

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  • Historic buildings on a tree-lined street with cars in downtown East Davenport, Iowa
    By Sam Scott 2 days ago

    Iowa's Former Logging Town Is Now A Charming Midwest Village With Shops And Local Bites

    This Iowa village blends the old and the new with historical architecture, cozy restaurants and bars, and charming clothing and interior decor boutiques.

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  • The beach at Demarest Lloyd State Park in Dartmouth, Massachusetts
    By Jenna Busch 2 days ago

    Massachusetts' Underrated State Park Is A Scenic Beach Escape For Fishing, Paddling, And Birding

    If you want to avoid the crowds of Massachusetts' cities and beaches, you can head to this waterfront state park that is relaxing and very quiet.

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  • Omelet and toast overlooking the runway at Messina's Runway CafĂ© in New Orleans Lakefront Airport
    By Rebecca High 2 days ago

    Louisiana's Airport Art Deco Restaurant Has Front-Row Runway Views And Top-Rated Food Without Going Through TSA

    This art deco restaurant in a historic airport in New Orleans, Louisiana, has front-row runway views and top-rated food worth going to the airport for.

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  • A colorful pink and orange sunset at Big Creek Lake in Iowa
    By Maja Proescholdt 2 days ago

    Iowa's Lovely State Park Near Des Moines Is A Lakeside Escape Known For Its Big Beach And Great Fishing

    Just a 30-minute drive from Des Moines is a state park escape with an 814-acre lake where you can fish, paddle, and lounge on the expansive beach.

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  • An MSC cruise ship being constructed at a shipyard.
    By Ben M Stower 2 days ago

    A One-Of-A-Kind Open-Air Theme Park At Sea Is Launching Aboard A Cruise Ship In 2026

    This new cruise ship, launching in December 2026, will offer sailers a family-friendly theme park on its deck, along with other innovative attractions.

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  • Cattle graze along a path through Babcock Ranch Preserve, a unique swath of conserved habitat and ranchland in Southwest Florida
    By Rebecca High 2 days ago

    Florida's Once-Thriving Ranch Is Now An Underrated Conservation Area With Unique Wildlife And Scenic Campgrounds

    An often overlooked conservation area in Southwest Florida was once a thriving ranch, and now offers rare looks at wildlife from scenic campgrounds.

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  • The historic Bates-Hendricks house in the Bates-Hendricks neighborhood
    By Rachel Dennis 2 days ago

    Indianapolis' Historic Neighborhood South Of Downtown Is An Artsy Area With Parks And A Growing Food Scene

    Indianapolis, Indiana, is home to nearly 100 unique neighborhoods, including this one with an exciting arts and food scene, as well as newly refurbished parks.

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  • Aerial view of Gloucester City's streets and houses with a towering church steeple and the nearby Delaware River with Philly shipping ports on the opposite side
    By Ben M Stower 2 days ago

    New Jersey's Riverfront Philly Suburb Is A Convenient City With Family-Friendly Vibes And Tasty Eateries

    This New Jersey suburb offers waterfront parks, neighborhood eateries, scenic river views, and a welcoming small-town atmosphere with family-friendly appeal.

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  • A view of the Atlanta skyline reflected in a pond at Piedmont Park, Atlanta.
    By Eva Johnstone 2 days ago

    This Vibrant, Affordable Southern City Was Named America's Best Summer Travel Destination In 2026

    The weather is heating up and it's time for some adventure, which is the perfect excuse to head down south and see a fun city at a pretty reasonable price.

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