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You might feel like you've gotten away from it all at a national park, but civilization might be closer than you think. This wilderness spot is different.
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Winter camping and other outdoor activities can be way more enjoyable with this one piece of high-tech gear that will keep you warm in cold temperatures.
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Technology has made one this once-essential travel item completely obsolete. In fact, most travelers under 40 have probably never even packed one.
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Boomers helped build the global tourism industry, and now in their golden years, they’re traveling more than ever but leaving these habits behind.
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Among New Mexico's historic sites, this remote prairie stop offers free admission, self-guided walking trails, and a glimpse of the Southwest's military past.
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This gorgeous inland lake, offering swimming and paddling in clear glacial water and sunbathing on sandy beaches, is the deepest lake in the state of Vermont.
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North Carolina is already known for its stunning outdoor beauty, and this brand-new state park is set to make the region even more compelling.
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Skip the crowds at Yosemite and visit this California state park instead, with trails that wander among enormous sequoias that are more than 1,000 years old.
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An afternoon tea in England may seem simple to American travelers, but the tradition comes with expectations that can catch first-time visitors by surprise.
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Wild ponies, wildflower trails, and Mesolithic archeological sites: What's not to love about this unsung, isolated national park in the southwest of England?
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This former army base with over 100 years of U.S. military history is now a camping spot with horseback riding trails, a lake, and a thriving community.
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Camping gear can get costly, and not all of it is necessary for an outdoor excursion, but this inexpensive, portable camping gadget is a must-have.
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Every chamber in California’s Black Chasm Cavern features unique gravity-defying formations that can look like butterflies, dragons, candy canes, or crystals.
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Flight attendants are some of the most highly trained professionals in aviation, but they often have to deal with passengers making this disrespectful mistake.
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This remote island is the only U.S. national park south of the equator. Here's why it's worth the extra effort to reach for an adventurous travelers.
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Utah’s first national park is popular for a number of reasons, but visiting in autumn presents fewer crowds, cooler weather, and incredible fall colors.
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Glacier and Grand Teton get all the glory, but this lesser-visited national park offers some of the most breathtaking fall foliage in the United States.
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Camping in winter can be magical, if you’re prepared for the cold weather. This low-tech camping trick is easy to achieve and can help keep you warm.
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Winter camping can become dangerous without the right preparation, but this simple tip keeps you warm through the night and into the morning.
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White-sand beaches, boutique hotels, and luxury shops draw the rich and famous to this French Caribbean isle — which has a strong reputation for being safe.
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Camping has been a beloved American pastime for generations, but the habits boomers grew up with are slowly disappearing among younger campers.
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This nature destination in Canada contains a rock garden, water features, sculptures, and gorgeous flowers in the largest botanical gardens in North America.
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California's most famous parks draw massive crowds, but this remote Sierra Nevada wilderness area offers pristine solitude most visitors never find.
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If you’re concerned about looking like an American tourist during the last 10 minutes of your meal at a French restaurant, be sure to follow these rules.
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With 2.5 million acres of high desert views unobscured by trees or artificial light, you can see incredible stars at the world’s largest dark sky sanctuary.
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The extra effort required to visit this remote national park in Canada is well worth it for the rugged peaks, alpine lakes, and unique local culture.
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America's most popular national parks may be bucket list-worthy, but there are some disadvantages to going that might make you rethink your plans.
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