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This State Park Has One of the Deepest Freshwater Cave Systems in the U.S.—and ‘Real’ Mermaids to See
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, located an hour north of Tampa, combines a deep freshwater cave system with daily "real" mermaid performances. The park’s 400‑seat underwater theater showcases women in colorful tails executing synchronized swims, while visitors can also swim in crystal‑clear springs and enjoy water‑slide attractions. Admission includes access to the mermaid shows, kayaking, and Buccaneer Bay water slides, with tickets priced at $13 for adults and $8 for children. The attraction, founded in 1947 and designated a state park in 2008, remains a unique Florida tourism staple.
Michigan's Most Remote State Park Is A Wilderness Escape With Gorgeous Lake Views And Cozy Cabins
Craig Lake State Park, Michigan's most remote state park, covers 9,700 acres across Marquette and Baraga counties in the Upper Peninsula. The park offers rugged terrain, granite bluffs, hemlock and pine forests, and a 374‑acre lake that bans motorboats. Visitors...
The Friendly US State Inviting Tourists To 'Visit Your Neighbors' In 2026 Has Quirky Cities And Outdoor Fun
Minnesota’s tourism board, Explore Minnesota, unveiled a 2026 "Visit Your Neighbors" campaign to re‑energize travel after a contentious winter marked by ICE’s Operation Metro Surge. The initiative spotlights the state’s reputation for "Minnesota nice," quirky towns such as Two Harbors...
25 Quirky 'World's Largest' Roadside Attractions You Have to See
America’s highways are dotted with quirky “world’s largest” roadside attractions that draw travelers seeking novelty and photo‑ops. Small towns like Casey, Illinois, host dozens of oversized items—from a mailbox to a rocking chair—turning modest populations into tourist magnets. These landmarks...
Cebu Highlands, Not Just the Beaches, Beckon to Tourists
Cebu is being marketed as an active‑wellness travel hub, with Aboitiz InfraCapital highlighting the island’s highland trails as a natural extension of its airport gateway. The article showcases three key destinations—Mt. Manunggal, Mt. Mago and Badian Highlands—each offering distinct hiking...
'America's Only Ski, Golf, And Lake Resort' Is A Family-Friendly Paradise North Of Boise, Idaho
Located north of Boise, Idaho, Tamarack Resort spans 3,600 acres and markets itself as America’s only ski, golf, and lake resort. In winter it offers over 1,600 skiable acres, 300 inches of snowfall and a ski‑in/ski‑out village, while summer brings...
Maine's Coastal State Park Near Portland Is A Breathtaking Escape With Saltwater Fishing And Breezy Trails
Two Lights State Park, a 41‑acre coastal preserve just 9 miles southeast of Portland, offers sweeping Atlantic views, historic lighthouses, and a network of nearly two miles of trails. The park is a popular spot for saltwater fishing, especially for striped...
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Ready to Travel? Here's How to Say Hello in 100 Languages
Travel experts argue that learning a single word—"hello"—can dramatically improve a traveler’s experience. Babbel Live teacher Esteban Touma emphasizes that even basic greetings open doors to authentic cultural connections and smoother logistics. The article provides a Google‑verified list of 100...
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A Local's Guide to the 20 Best Places to Visit in Spain
Travel + Leisure outlines 20 top Spanish destinations, ranging from historic cities like Cáceres and Granada’s Alhambra to natural wonders such as the Picos de Europa mountains and Lanzarote’s Timanfaya volcano. The guide highlights UNESCO sites, emerging art hubs like...
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How to Plan the Perfect Trip to San Miguel De Allende, the World's No. 1 City
Travel + Leisure named San Miguel de Allende the world’s No. 1 city for 2025, highlighting its UNESCO‑listed colonial charm, vibrant arts scene, and burgeoning wine region. The guide spotlights luxury stays such as Casa de Sierra Nevada and Rosewood, alongside...
Is Switzerland Europe’s Most Beautiful Country? Seven Spots that Will Take Your Breath Away
Switzerland’s unrivaled scenery is showcased through seven iconic sites, from the glass‑floor Two Lakes Bridge overlooking Interlaken to Europe’s largest waterfall at the Rhine. The itinerary highlights the Aletsch Glacier’s 11 billion tons of ice, the Bond‑film‑famous Furka Pass, the 72‑waterfall Lauterbrunnen...
Palma De Mallorca Takes Centre Stage in Mallorca’s New Way of St James
Palma de Mallorca has become the focal point of a newly formalized 67‑kilometre Way of St James route, dubbed El Camino de Lana, that starts at the Lluc Sanctuary and ends at the 13th‑century Church of Sant Jaume in the city centre....
French Cathedral Towns Are a Stage for Human Comedy, According to Author Julia Langbein
Julia Langbein traveled to the French cathedral towns of Amiens and Bourges in 2023 to gather material for her upcoming novel Dear Monica Lewinsky. A family‑led visit to Amiens left her distracted, while a solo trip to Bourges yielded vivid observations that directly shaped...
Oregon's Fast-Growing Museum Full Of Wildlife Is One Of The Best Things To Do In Bend
The High Desert Museum near Bend, Oregon, has become a premier outdoor attraction, earning a 4.8 Google rating from nearly 4,500 reviews and a National Medal for Museum and Library Service. Attendance has risen 40% over the past 15 years,...
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Top 20 Travel Destinations for June
Travel + Leisure’s June guide lists 20 top destinations, mixing U.S. hotspots like Lexington, North Carolina, and Newport Beach with global gems such as Fiji, Munich and the Big Island. The roundup highlights seasonal festivals—from the Railbird Festival in Kentucky to Mackinac...
Chicago's Family-Friendly Suburb Is A Nostalgic Gem Filled With A Picturesque Nature Preserve And Parks
Westchester, Illinois, is a 16,000‑resident commuter village just a half‑hour from downtown Chicago. Founded in the 1920s as a model English‑style suburb, it has retained a nostalgic, family‑friendly vibe. The village boasts the 82‑acre Wolf Road Prairie Nature Preserve, the largest...
Florida's Gulf Coast State Park Is A Barrier Island Gem With White Sand Beaches, Camping, And Clear Water
St. George Island State Park, a 9‑mile barrier‑island preserve on Florida’s Forgotten Coast, offers pristine white‑sand beaches, clear Gulf waters, and a range of outdoor activities. Visitors can hike three pine‑scrub trails, kayak the bay, fish from a 600‑foot pier,...
“The Kind of Day That Makes You Want to Quit Everything And Move Here”
Blak Bear Surf Club’s new film "Ride The Line" showcases a historic surf session on a massive, previously un‑ridden left barrel off Indonesia’s coast. The expedition, led by Tai “Buddha” Graham, captured surfer Balaram Stack riding the wave in vivid,...
Canada's 'Prettiest Little Town' Is A Gorgeous Riverside Getaway With European Vibes For A Quick Toronto Day Trip
Paris, Ontario, a historic riverside town of about 15,000 people, has been crowned Canada’s “Prettiest Little Town” for its European‑style cobblestone streets and river‑front charm. Located just 1.5 hours from Toronto, it offers year‑round outdoor activities, boutique lodging, and a diverse...
The Oregon Coast's Forested State Park Has Camping, Miles Of Trails, And A Beach With Whale Watching
Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park on Oregon’s coast offers year‑round camping, including RV sites, tent spots and two rentable yurts. The park features two popular hikes—Heceta Head Trail to the lighthouse and the 1.3‑mile Hobbit Trail—both delivering sweeping ocean...
Between Sacramento And Redding Is A California City With A Charming Downtown, Museum, And Wildlife Refuge
Willows, California, a 6,000‑resident town nestled between Sacramento and Redding, blends historic charm with outdoor recreation. Its downtown features the 1894 Glenn County Courthouse, locally owned shops and the top‑rated CB Kitchen restaurant. The Willows Museum, housed in a restored...
Sweden's Moose Cam Lets You Slip Into the Wilderness—No Flight Required
Swedish public broadcaster SVT’s "The Great Moose Migration" livestream lets viewers watch a remote wilderness corridor in real time. Since its 2019 launch, the audience has surged from about 1 million to 9 million viewers in 2024, with roughly one‑third tuning in...
Chase Ultimate Rewards Points: How to Redeem for Maximum Value
Chase Ultimate Rewards points are currently valued at about 2.05 cents each, according to The Points Guy’s May 2026 valuation. The guide highlights that transferring points to Chase’s airline and hotel partners—such as Virgin Atlantic, United, Air France‑KLM, Singapore Airlines, and World...
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14 of the Best Food Cities in the U.S.
The article spotlights 14 U.S. cities that stand out for their culinary scenes, from New York’s Michelin‑starred restaurants and iconic pizza to Tucson’s distinction as the nation’s first UNESCO City of Gastronomy. It highlights regional specialties such as Maine’s lobster rolls,...
Chicago's Once-Thriving Quarry Turned Landfill Is Now A Vibrant Haven For Trails, Fishing, And Birdwatching
Palmisano Park, a 26‑acre former limestone quarry and landfill in Chicago’s Bridgeport neighborhood, has been reborn as an urban oasis. The Chicago Parks Department acquired the site in 1999, remediated the brownfield, and added 1.7 miles of mixed‑surface trails, a 33‑foot...
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These 2 Rookie Mistakes Make You a Target for Baggage Delays, According to a Luggage Handling Expert
Travel expert Pietro Lanzarini warns that two simple oversights—checking bags too late and leaving old baggage tags on suitcases—are the most common rookie mistakes leading to delayed or lost luggage. Major U.S. airlines now require checked bags to be dropped...
New LPB Travel Show Aims to Showcase All of Louisiana
Award‑winning travel journalist Karen LeBlanc has launched LA64, a Louisiana Public Broadcasting series that will visit each of the state’s 64 parishes over a five‑year span. The first season premiered on Feb. 2, delivering 12 episodes that stream on PBS, LPB’s...
Meteorites, Micronations, and ‘Dead Songs’: Is This Europe’s Most Mysterious Archipelago?
The West Estonian Archipelago, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of roughly 900 islands, blends stark natural beauty with a patchwork of hidden histories. In Saaremaa, locals have resurrected centuries‑old “dead songs,” releasing the first album in the regional dialect after fifteen...
The Massively Underrated ‘Venice of England’ that Is the Best Weekend Trip From London in 2026
Time Out ranks Birmingham as the top weekend getaway from London in 2026, highlighting its easy 1.5‑hour train link, vibrant Digbeth neighbourhood, extensive canal network, and world‑class cultural institutions. Visitors can explore vintage markets, indie bookshops, craft burgers, and niche...
Canada's Lovely Beach Near Downtown Toronto Is A Popular Escape For Outdoor Fun And Lake Views
Woodbine Beach Park, a 37‑acre waterfront oasis just five miles east of downtown Toronto, offers sand, volleyball courts, fitness equipment and a free Olympic‑sized pool to offset the lake's cool temperatures. The park’s boardwalk, change rooms, drinking fountains and bottle‑filling...
Spring Adventures Start Here: Tread May/June Issue
Tread Magazine’s May/June issue spotlights spring off‑road adventures, featuring a lineup of custom builds such as the RJ Fab‑built Willys, a 1953 M37 Monster, Icon’s SEMA Tundra, Ryno’s 4Runner, an XJ rock crawler, and RedArc’s trailer brake controller. The issue...
A New Bjork Exhibit Is a Great Excuse to Plan an Art-Filled Trip to Iceland
The National Gallery of Iceland will host "Echolalia," an immersive Björk exhibition from May 30 to June 14 as part of the 2026 Reykjavík Arts Festival. The show features installations like "Metamorphlings," a performance piece "Sorrowful Soil," and new material tied to...
Jamaica Is Always a Good Idea
Sandals Resorts, a Jamaican‑owned luxury hotel chain, has refreshed its flagship Sandals Dunn’s River property with new dining concepts, design‑focused suites, and expanded activities such as pickleball and scuba certification. The revamp underscores the brand’s all‑inclusive model, which funds the...
6 Affordable Alternatives to the Amalfi Coast That Are Just as Stunning
Condé Nast Traveler highlights six budget‑friendly Italian coastlines that rival the Amalfi Coast’s scenery without the crowds or premium price tag. The guide spotlights Cilento’s UNESCO‑protected cliffs, Ponza’s boat‑accessible coves, Ligurian village Camogli, authentic island Procida, Calabria’s Tropea with its...
Stop Paying Full Price For Business Class With These 6 Upgrade Strategies
Travelers increasingly seek business‑class comfort, but fares can be two to five times economy prices. The article outlines six practical ways to secure upgrades without paying full fare, from leveraging elite status and frequent‑flyer points to bidding, last‑minute app offers,...
Inside the ‘Most Isolated Islands on the Planet’: The Untouched Marquesas (Video)
The Marquesas Islands, a French Polynesian archipelago about 5,500 miles (8,850 km) from California, are the world’s most isolated island chain. Their rugged terrain hosts wild horses, goats, and largely untouched ecosystems, while a turbulent history of tribal warfare and...
This Hotel Is a Stylish Option for Exploring Australia’s Coolest City
1 Hotel Melbourne, a restored 1930s cargo building in Docklands, opened in 2025 as an eco‑luxury property with 277 rooms. The hotel integrates sustainability through solar power, rain‑harvesting, and more than 7,000 plants that enhance air quality. Guests enjoy a jungle‑like lobby,...
John Balsdon on World Records and Crossing Africa
British photographer and explorer John Balsdon shattered a 42‑year‑old Cape‑to‑Cape record by driving 20,000 km from Nordkapp, Norway, to Cape Agulhas, South Africa, in 28 days. The unsupported journey spanned 25 borders, endured extreme temperatures, and included a grueling 3,500‑km stretch through...
Chicago River Tours Round-Up: 10 Ways to Get Out on the Water in the Windy City
Chicago’s waterways are booming with a diverse slate of tours that let visitors experience the city’s famed skyline from a new angle. Options range from upscale brunch cruises with bottomless mimosas to tiki‑themed booze parties, ghost‑filled night sails, and high‑octane...
The Moravia Store in Schulenberg Is a Historic Roadside Gem
The Moravia Store in Schulenberg, Texas, marks its 30th anniversary as a bar and dancehall on May 2, featuring live bands, a tractor show, crawfish boil, and a celebration of the 25‑year‑old waltz “Moon Over Moravia.” Owner Henrietta Filip revived...
Saint Kitts Creates New Dive Attraction for Visitors
Saint Kitts has turned a decommissioned aircraft into a new wreck‑diving attraction by sinking it off Potato Bay. The project, funded by local entrepreneur Sylvester Williams and executed with government, regulatory and private partners, involved thorough environmental safeguards before submersion. The...
Coolcations: Why People Are Heading Away From the Sun This Summer
Extreme heatwaves across southern Europe this summer, with temperatures topping 40 °C, have caused tourist fatalities and prompted travel advisories from the UK, Germany and Sweden. The heightened risk is reshaping holiday behavior, as 28% of European travelers now consider changing...
The Setai, Miami Beach: Where Art Deco Glamour Meets Eastern Serenity
The Setai, a restored 1937 Art Deco landmark on Miami Beach’s Collins Avenue, blends historic architecture with Asian-inspired design to create a distinctive "Art Deco Fusion" aesthetic. Guests can choose between heritage Art Deco suites, expansive Ocean Suites with sweeping...
These 7 Historic Resorts Are Now Epic Adventure Hubs
Historic U.S. resorts such as the Greenbrier, French Lick, and Glenwood Hot Springs are revamping their classic spa‑and‑relaxation formulas with adrenaline‑pumping activities like rafting, mountain biking, and ski packages. The shift reflects a broader traveler appetite for adventure that’s blended...
5 Cruise Lines with the Best Onboard Entertainment in 2026
The article spotlights five cruise lines distinguished for their onboard entertainment in 2026, drawing from U.S. News & World Report’s rankings. Virgin Voyages leans into immersive, adults‑only parties, while Royal Caribbean leverages its massive Oasis and Icon ships to host...
It’s Cooler Than Ever To Stay On The Farm
Britain’s hospitality scene is witnessing a surge in luxury farm stays, where upscale guest houses are built around working farms. Pioneers like Glebe House in Devon and Heckfield Place in Hampshire combine high‑end accommodations with on‑site food production, workshops, and...
Cool Bars and Friendly Vibes: Readers’ Favourite City Neighbourhoods in Europe
Travel writers spotlight their favorite European neighbourhoods, from Berlin’s multicultural Maybachufer and its canal‑side markets to Glasgow’s historic Gorbals with its hidden beer garden. The piece also highlights Porto’s seaside Foz do Douro, Rome’s architecturally eclectic Coppedè, Ljubljana’s counter‑cultural Metelkova,...
Where to Stay in Moab (Best Places & Areas)
Abigail Bliss’s guide ranks Moab’s lodging options by location and traveler type, highlighting Slackline Moab as the top downtown pick, Red Cliffs Lodge as the premier luxury retreat in Castle Valley, and Under Canvas Moab as the leading glamping experience....
The Best Ways To Use Chase Ultimate Rewards for Flights to Europe
Chase Ultimate Rewards points can be transferred 1:1 to 14 airline partners, unlocking high‑value award flights to Europe. Virgin Atlantic offers economy seats from the U.S. to the U.K. for as few as 6,000 points plus modest fees, while Flying Blue’s...
Golf Tourism Is Booming — Here’s How Traveling Golfers Are Cutting Costs on the Course
Golf tourism is booming, with record visitor numbers to iconic destinations such as Scotland, Portugal, Myrtle Beach and Scottsdale. Travelers are confronting higher travel expenses, prompting them to adopt cost‑saving tactics like using recycled golf balls, renting clubs, and packing...