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14 Times It Actually Pays off to Use a Travel Agent

If you like upgrades, lower rates, and peace of mind, think twice before booking your next trip without a little...


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18 Secret Spots in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

It's not magic—you just need to know where to look!


I Live in an RV Year Round—Here’s What It’s Really Like

You don't have to wait until you retire to "live the dream." This 30-something couple is living—and running a business—from...


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10 Signs You’re Shortening the Life of Your RV

People buy RVs to simplify their vacations—but often forget that these vehicles are a home and a car, requiring the...


The Best Bucket List Idea in Every State

What are the best places to visit in the USA? We rounded up the top bucket list ideas for each...

15 of the Most Luxurious Train Rides Around the World

Take a step back in time and enjoy train travel the way it was meant to be on these once-in-a-lifetime...


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38 Best Themed Cruises You’ll Want to Book ASAP

Themed cruises combine hobbies, the high seas and hobnobbing with like-minded vacationers


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This Is Why Cops Touch Your Car’s Tail Light During Traffic Stops

Nope, it's not because they're trying to buff out that scratch above your bumper.


15 Less Crowded Alternatives to the Most Popular Tourist Attractions

Calling a hot spot "overrated" does not mean that it is unworthy of a visit, but rather that there might...


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10 Popular Travel Tips That Are No Longer True

Don't believe everything you hear about the best way to travel safely, happily, and on a budget.


The Strangest Museum in Every State

From disturbing oddities to "why-does-this-deserve-an-entire-museum?" subjects, these are the types of out-of-the-box attractions that make America what it is.


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Could You Pass the Driver’s Test Again? Find Out.

We created questions based on real motor vehicle department practice tests.


15 Must-See Sights You Can Only See Along the Pacific Coast Highway

Spanning more than 600 miles, the Pacific Coast Highway has been described as the ultimate road trip. Here’s what you...

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14 Code Words You Never Want to Hear on Cruise Ships

Cruise ship code words like "Bravo, Bravo, Bravo" are semisecret in the industry. See how many you can remember before...


13 Secrets Water Parks Won’t Tell You

Summer fun means water park visits for many Americans and their families. But what is lurking underneath those brightly-colored slides...


13 Must-See Sights You Can Only See on Route 66

As one of the first U.S. highways ever made, Route 66 carries with it a sense of nostalgia, opportunity, and...


The Most Gorgeous Waterfall in Every State

Can a bucket list have 50 entries? Your's may soon have a few more after you check out these top...


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15 Odd Travel Accessories That Are More Useful Than You Thought

Maybe you've heard about noise-canceling earphones and snuggies, but what about air-conditioned shirts and motorized suitcases?


15 Best Summer Weekend Getaways You’ll Want to Book This Second

Why hello, Summer Fridays! Here's how to make the most of all 15 of your summer weekends.

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Cleanest (and Dirtiest) Cruise Ships, According to the CDC

Norovirus is the cruise-vacation souvenir no one wants to bring home—so check out this list of the safest (and not-so-safe)...


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18 Secrets Disney Cruise Line Employees Won’t Tell You

Keeping the Disney magic going while at sea takes more than a few tricks. These are Disney Cruise Line's best-kept...


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18 Things Rental Car Companies Won’t Tell You

There's a lot of verbiage in car rental contracts. Do you really need insurance? Should you add a driver? We...


10 of the Best Small-Town Festivals in America

Whether you seek culture, community, or comfort food, these amazing festivals prove that small towns from coast to coast know...


The Strangest Roadside Attraction in Every State

As you travel our great country to see some of its most beautiful sights, don't miss these offbeat attractions you'll...


Why You Shouldn’t Sleep While a Plane Is Taking Off or Landing

It's not because you're going to miss those people applauding the touchdown.