Petula Clark waxed poetic about downtown—where you can forget all your troubles, forget all your cares. But what if it’s actually the music of the traffic in the city that you need to get away from? If you’re looking to…
I love a versatile destination, and if that’s what you crave, Mt. Hood and its surroundings fit the bill. You’ve got the more urban vibe of Portland mixed with the lush Willamette Valley, and of course the gorgeous backdrop of…
Learning by doing is way more fun than reading a book. That’s just one of the reasons why you should consider a trip to America’s historic triangle. The Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown settlements mark major events in the story…
If you ever meet someone who suggests a quick getaway to the Finger Lakes region in New York, you might want to sit them down and explain to them it would be impossible to explore such a huge area in…
Today, I’m dreaming of Watch Hill, Rhode Island. This elegant New England beach village has been drawing vacationers since the mid-19th century. Its ample supply of Victorian-era homes, ranging from oceanside mansions to prim cottages, make it easy to imagine…
Vacation is just around the corner—and that means the Mayan Riviera is about to flood with tourists. There’s something absolutely lovely about the resort vacation experience. It’s easy, often with lots of activities for kids and adults. And let’s be…
There seems to be a dating app or website for every type of person. So why not make one for National Parks? Yellowstone, Grand Canyon and Yosemite are like the rock stars and supermodels of the dating world—sexy, sure, but…
Looking to spend a weekend at the Jersey Shore? Luckily, there are a ton of unique things to do that you might even want to extend that weekend to a week or more. I’ve always enjoyed visiting this underrated area…
Washington D.C. remains one of America's top travel destinations. However, nearby Alexandria, Virginia makes for a fantastic home base. In 2021, Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards named it one of the nation's Top 3 Best Small Cities. It's easy…
With its towering red rocks, hoodoos and salt flats, Utah will leave you speechless. Home of the Mighty Five national parks (Arches, Canyonlands, Bryce Canyon, Capital Reed and Zion), the Beehive State attracts tourists from around the globe. That means…