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Art Stars, High-Altitude Wines, and a Remote National Park: The Ultimate Colorado Road Trip

Road Trips

This Weeklong Colorado Road Trip Winds Through Lesser-Known Natural Wonders and Charming Small Towns

Who doesn’t love artistic havens, high-altitude wines, and a remote national park?

September 29, 2023 11:40 AM

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Ashlea Halpern

Ditch the car and see this year's fall foliage by rail.

Outdoor Adventure

Going Car-Free Is the Best Way to See Fall Foliage

Love fall foliage, but hate the crowds? I’m going to let you in on an open secret among New Englanders.

September 4, 2024 06:45 PM

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Miles Howard

Road Trips

The Ultimate Road Trip From Phoenix to the Grand Canyon

This Arizona road trip serves up major doses of scenery, hiking, biking, and some serious “me time,” whether at the spa or on your second plate of enchiladas.

August 21, 2023 02:10 PM

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Laura Dannen Redman

Las Vegas, DEC 25, 2020 - Beautiful sunset view of the Tivoli Village

Cities We Love

Locals and Travel Advisors Reveal How to Do Vegas Like a Pro

Sin City is known for casinos and clubs—but it’s also home to great vegan restaurants, outdoor adventure, and top spas.

February 12, 2025 04:00 PM

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Cat Sposato

Waves crashing dramatically at the base of the Golden Gate Bridge.

Food + Drink

The Ultimate Trip Ideas for Travelers in California

Plan a dream vacation in sunny California to suit all types of interests.

Sponsored by Visit California

Left: Close-up view of the Pacaya volcano cone with a clear sky and minimal cloud cover in Guatemala; right: pizza

Food + Drink

Hikers Are Climbing an Active Volcano in Guatemala to Eat Pizza Cooked on Hot Lava Fields

In this part of the country, locals see volcanoes as part of regular life.

June 8, 2026 05:18 PM

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Stephanie Capper

Loyalty + Rewards

10 Things You Should Do Every Time You Rent a Car

Tips and tricks to earn bonus rewards, save money, and insure your rental car on your next road trip.

August 2, 2021 02:19 PM

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Eric Rosen

LGBTQ Travel

The Great American Lesbian Bar Pilgrimage

A surprisingly small number of lesbian bars still exist in the U.S. A few road-trippers are making sure they’re not forgotten.

June 2, 2022 04:03 PM

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Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner

Standup paddleboarding is one of many beach activities to enjoy in Corpus Christi.

Where to Travel Next

5 Ways Corpus Christi Takes Your Beach Vacation to the Next Level

From off-roading in a jeep and windsurfing to fishing in a floating cabin and beach picnics in style, this Gulf Coast destination’s seaside delights will exceed your expectations.

Sponsored by Visit Corpus Christi

Charleston city downtown skyline, cityscape of South Carolina in USA

Road Trips

Drive From Story to Story on These 13 Road Trips in the 13 Original Colonies

Follow paths once walked by Indigenous people, soldiers, enslaved Africans, and overshadowed women, from Georgia to New Hampshire.

March 10, 2026 06:01 PM

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Kemi Ibeh

Off The Tourist Trail

A Local’s Guide to Lake Tahoe Without the Crowds, Including Remote Hot Springs and Moonlit Adventures

A resident shares a decade’s worth of tips to see California’s renowned nature with fewer people in the way.

November 7, 2025 02:23 PM

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Suzie Dundas

The Future of Travel

Why a Multi-State Road Trip Is Even Better in an EV

Can you really take a long-distance road trip in an electric vehicle? As it turns out, yes—and it can be even better if you follow some simple rules.

May 3, 2022 01:47 PM

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Weldon Kennedy

Natural Wonders

Promising Texas Bluebonnet Season Predicted Despite Winter Storm

Wildflower experts say all that snow and ice ended up insulating Texas bluebonnets.

March 26, 2021 04:22 PM

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Lyndsey Matthews

National Parks

7 Underrated Utah Parks and Monuments for Avoiding the Crowds

There is plenty of natural beauty to be found outside Utah’s “Mighty 5” national parks, and most visitors miss it.

September 17, 2023 10:26 AM

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Erin Van Rheenen

An Erupting Volcano on Spain’s La Palma Island Lures Visitors

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