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Truly Fascinating Places You Won't Believe Are in the United States

From lunar-like landscapes to European-style castles.

Beautiful Cities in Greece That Deserve More Love

Don't overlook these hidden gems!

Venice's plan to charge tourists descended into chaos, showing how much of a headache overtourism has become

Local residents protested the tourist-fee trial, with some even clashing with police.

Urgent warning for holidaymakers flying from Gatwick airport

Holidaymakers flying from one Britain's busiest airports have been warned to be wary of 'meet and greet' parking scams ahead of the summer holidays by police.

Style or Function? Experts Pick the Best Luggage Brands for 2024

We travel a lot, so we wondered recently if we were getting all we could out of our usual road-trip luggage. To find out, we turned to the style and product experts at Esquire and Good Housekeeping for advice on the best luggage brands.

Yes, You Can Book a Stay at These Celeb-Approved Hotels

You might get starstruck at these luxury properties.

10 Stylish and Equally Comfortable Airport Looks for Your Next Trip

Look and feel great the next time you travel!

The 10 Best Cities For Walking

These US towns made our top 10 cities for walkers list. Find out why here.

Hilarious names of real places in the US

Who is in charge of naming towns, cities, and streets? Whoever they are, sometimes their sense of humor gets the best of them. Check out this list of hilarious names of real places in the US!

The World’s 20 Most Beautiful Cities to Visit in Your Lifetime

Some standards and some surprises–all dazzling destinations to tempt you on your next trip.

11 Amusement Parks in the U.S. That Are Completely Free to Enter

A few even charge you nothing for parking and entertainment. Amusement parks are synonymous with so many wonderful things: fun in the sun, rollercoasters and carousels, games galore and delicious food. And all in a colorful, jubilant, family-friendly setting. The only issue? Joy like that does not typically come cheap. Or can it? Well, at these 11 amusement parks across the U.S., from the Golden to the Garden States, you can save on one very important front: entry. While the vast majority of amusement parks — including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Busch Gardens — require tickets just to walk through the gates, these resorts and parks do not. Of course, if you want to ride the rides or snack on the snacks, you'll still have to open your wallet. (A good thing can only go so far!) But if you're someone who's more about the vibes than the rides, this is the list for you. Make sure you scroll to the bottom: There's one very famous park that's about to go "open gate" with its water parks for guests staying on property. (Hint: It's home to a special mouse!)

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34 of the Best Small Towns in Texas That You Don't Hear About Enough

We're checking in to this Victorian-style B&B ASAP.

These Dog-Friendly Hotels Will Pamper Your Pup in Luxury

Save this for your next road trip.

Check out California's best-kept travel secrets

From San Francisco to San Diego and everything in between, there are plenty of reasons to fall in love with the Golden State. However, many visitors get lost in tourist traps and miss out on hidden gems along the way. Click through the following gallery and discover the most astonishing attractions the California coast has to offer.

5 Airlines That Offer the Most Bang for Your Buck

Your dollar takes you further when you fly with these carriers.

Palestinian flag is raised over Harvard statue where American flag was

A Palestinian flag was raised above the iconic statue of John Harvard on Saturday night by pro-Palestine protestors. The American flag is typically flown over the founder's memorial.

Restore our Shores team build oyster reefs

The Brevard Zoo Restore Our Shores team was out Tuesday morning with staff and volunteers building oyster reefs.

After a Night at These Luxurious New International Hotels, You’ll Never Want to Come Home.

Wanderlust is not a deadly sin.

Why planes are forbidden from flying over Disney parks (and other no-fly zones)

There are a number of airspace areas where aircraft are prohibited from entering. These usually include both manned (e.g. planes and helicopters) and unmanned ones (i.e. drones). There are essentially two main types of restricted areas: no-fly zones and prohibited airspace. They differ slightly, but both are implemented to the the same effect. In this gallery, we look at where in the world aircraft are prohibited from entering. Click on to find out if your country is on the list.

NYC transforms another hotel into migrant shelter amid tourist warning

The 55-room hotel in upmarket Williamsburg is now among 110 across the city providing emergency shelter to some of the 180,000 migrants who have arrived in New York since the spring of 2022 .

Los Angeles hotel famous for Pretty Woman goes Back To The Future - by offering a world-first HOLOGRAPHIC concierge service

Staff at Beverly Wilshire - A Four Seasons Hotel can now be live-beamed into the legendary property's penthouse and presidential suites.

Breathtaking wildflower landscapes that look like paintings

Few natural wonders can match a panorama of colorful flowers. Whether carpeting fields or embroidering meadows, there's nothing quite like a landscape flecked with the saturated hues of vibrant blooms. They really do paint a pretty picture! Browse the gallery and take your pick among these beautiful flower photographs that look like living works of art.

The best jazz clubs around the world

Jazz music has an incredible history. It was a genre born and reborn in various small venues across great distances, changing a little bit here and there over many years as it passed through the hands of so many genius musicians, as well as through the various energies packed into the small spaces where the pioneers of the genre went against the grain and made music their own way. The best way to experience jazz is certainly to have it right in front of you, as its founders intended. Sitting in a cozy jazz club and enjoying the atmosphere can be an incredible reset to your own energy. Plus, choosing a jazz club with history can make your experience even more meaningful. Intrigued? Click through to see some of the top jazz clubs around the world.

Centralia: The Pennsylvania ghost town with a 50-year-old fire

15 Countries Worth Visiting for an Epic Drive

Whether it's the awesome roads, incredible terrain, or lax driving laws, plan your next road trip with this guide to our international favorite driving spots.

Here are three things I'm NEVER going to do when I visit Disney parks

Jessica Malerman, a former Disney cast member, posted a TikTok video on March 27 and revealed the three things she would never do when visiting Animal Kingdom

Rain cheque: The Singapore hotel that will pay YOU if there's a downpour

InterContinental Singapore has unveiled a package called 'Rain Resist Bliss', with guests receiving a rebate voucher at the value of their one-night room rate 'if their plans are disrupted by the rain'.

Are These Bucket List Trips Actually Worth The Hype?

You might just have to see it to believe it.

The 28 Best Westerns of All Time

Saddle up for a trip to Hollywood's version of the Wild West.

The best American movie set in each state

With a land area more than twice as large as the whole European continent, the US landscape is as vast and varied as its film culture. All American states, with their unique culture and setting, have produced great iconic movies that have helped shape our national identity. Check out which ones came from your state!

20 signs you might be a terrible tourist

Being a travel expert and being a good tourist are not the same. While someone might know of the best hotels to stay at in a foreign city or how to combat jet lag, their behaviour abroad might be less than ideal. Here are the signs you or someone you know might be a terrible tourist.

Woman, 101, is mistaken for a BABY after airline computer error

A woman flying from Chicago to Marquette, Michigan was left baffled this week, after being mistaken for a baby.

22 Adults-Only Resorts for a Well-Deserved Vacation

These romantic retreats have everything you need—except children.

Heading to Milan? These Are the 21 Travel Essentials to Pack

Don’t leave the house without these jet-setter must-haves.

The Best Solo Travel Destinations in the United States for an Unforgettable Adventure

Whether you're looking for nonstop activity or total relaxation. While traveling with friends and family can be a lot of fun, going somewhere alone has its perks. You get to choose everything — the destination, the hotel, the itinerary, the restaurants, how much money you spend and beyond. Only one opinion matters...yours. It's also a great way to push yourself out of your comfort zone, meet new people (if you so choose), unplug, rejuvenate and bask in moments of reflection — or even just escape reality for a few days. Whether you're planning your first adventure on your own or are a solo travel veteran, choosing a destination can be overwhelming, especially if you still have a lot of places to check off your bucket list. The good news is, you don't have to go far for the adventure or relaxation you crave, because there are plenty of options across the U.S. Weighing variables such as walkability, safety, self care opportunities, number of historic sites and museums and access to nature, we've come up with a list of the best places in the U.S. for solo travelers — ranging from mountain and beach destinations to small towns and large cities. Time to book your ticket for one, plan your itinerary (or don't, remember, it's your trip!) and answer to no one except yourself for a few days.

13 Polite Habits Flight Attendants Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead

Sometimes our good intentions can miss the mark when we're trying to be helpful on a flight. Here's what to avoid. The post 13 Polite Habits Flight Attendants Actually Dislike—and What to Do Instead appeared first on Reader's Digest.

13 Nostalgic Photos of Vintage Amusement Parks

What a thrill.

A Japan Airlines flight was canceled after the pilot got drunk at a Dallas hotel bar and police were called

A Japan Airlines flight from Dallas to Tokyo was canceled after a captain got drunk at a Texas hotel, prompting a call to the police, a report said.

20 of America's Best Historic Homes You Definitely Have to Visit

Yes, it's time to plan a trip!

30 Rare Photographs Taken at Chateau Marmont

The iconic Hollywood hotel has been a favorite among celebrities for nearly 100 years.

All the places in our world where you can find hell

In most belief systems, the afterlife can only be accessed once one has passed. But then there are some who believed, and still believe, that the living could access the underworld directly here on Earth. From Mayan caves to Japanese swamps, there are various entrances, scattered across the globe. And while some of these spots involve the Christian concept of hell, some lead to other, sometimes not so unpleasant, afterlives. If you should decide to visit any of these sites, any consequences on opening an infernal portal are on you! Now that you've been warned, click through the following gallery to check them out.

This couple’s quick visit to Mexico led them to a dream retirement there. Here’s how they live.

A couple visits the Mexican state of Yucatán and falls in love.

Hidden Thailand explored on a kayaking trip up country’s Andaman coast, with untamed nature and unique lodgings en route

An 18-day kayak trip from Satun to Phuket along the Andaman Sea coast reveals beaches and islets that would otherwise go unseen in a quiet part of Thailand On our journey we take in mangroves, estuaries and coastal villages. Some of the best views are enjoyed from affordable accommodation with plenty of character In 2006, German travel magazine Hid...

13 Beautiful City Skyline Photos Snapped Around the World

Dazzling views from the top await.

22 Photos Of The Hanging Coffins Of Sagada

In the Philippines' mountain province, there is a town called Sagada, which has become a tourist site for a truly macabre reason: hanging coffins.

Millionaires slam developer for destroying private paradise island

The residents of Grove Isle, a gated island community in Miami, are devastated as a massive 91-foot-high condo complex has been built, blocking the sun and once-spectacular views.

Don't make these airport mistakes

A lot turns upon those critical hours leading up to a trip, and so much can go awry if you're not careful. Airport screening delays alone cause thousands of people to miss their flights every year, and that's a lot of money down the drain. But there are ways to be prepared. Check out this gallery to see the worst mistakes you can make at the airport.

The most picturesque mountain towns in America

Purple mountain majesty is right! The United States is home to some of the most stunning mountain scenery in the world. Snow or shine you can visit one of these towns and find the outdoor adventure of your dreams. Without further ado, here are 50 of the most beautiful mountain destinations America has to offer.

10 of the Most Unique Museums In the United States

Add these one-of-a-kind destinations to your travel bucket list.