California's Former Army Fort Is Now A Historic Military Museum With Scenic Views
For a different California attraction, visit this former army fort for its small yet fascinating military museum and its spectacular views of the ocean.
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New York's Former Landfill Is Now A Gorgeous Park That's Three Times Larger Than Central Park
It's always good news when a former dumping site gets turned into a nature escape for the community. And this park is an ambitious undertaking for New York.
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Goodbye Crater Lake, So Long Trillium Lake: Oregon's Remote Mountain Gem Is A Quiet Getaway
Crater Lake gets all the attention (and crowds) in Oregon, but this remote mountain lake further north offers crystal-clear water and a quieter environment.
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'America's Rudest City' Is An Iconic Florida Beach Destination You Might Want To Skip
This popular vacation city has a reputation problem, with studies and even people who live there agreeing that the local attitude is notably rude.
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California's Unique City Between LA And San Diego Is Full Of History, Shops, And Nearby Beaches
From history lined streets to incredible antiquing, this SoCal destination makes for a unique getaway. Bonus: it's near some of the state's best beaches.
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Pennsylvania's New State Park Under 2 Hours From Pittsburgh Is Home To The State's Largest Cave
This unique state park is Pennsylvania's newest and offers visitors the opportunity to head underground and explore the largest cave in the state.
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One Of America's Oldest Former Military Sites Is Now A 226-Acre Park With Underground Tunnels
An underrated Staten Island attraction offers a different side of New York City, with scenic walking paths, historic defenses, and views across the harbor.
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This Huge Lake Straddling North Carolina & Virginia Is A Playground For Campers & Kayakers
Stretching for 50,000-acres across Virginia and North Carolina, this scenic lake is the perfect spot for watersports and sleeping under the stars.
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Outside Dallas Is One Of America's Fastest-Growing Cities With Sports, Museums, And Family Fun
Beyond the usual Dallas attractions, this nearby Texas destination has a packed lineup of museums, professional sports, parks, and activities for families.
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Between Naples And Fort Myers Is One Of Florida's Best Beach Communities With High-End Hotels
This Florida Gulf Coast getaway offers luxury beachfront hotels, public beach access, and room for swimming and shelling, even without a resort reservation.
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This Serene New York State Park Offers A Scenic Beach And Camping Near Lake Erie
For a quiet getaway, visit this serene state park near Lake Erie for camping, swimming, and kayaking in summer or snowshoeing and skiing in winter.
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Washington's Former Army Base Is Now A State Park Reclaimed By Nature With Camping And Fishing
Located in gorgeous northern Washington, this coastal former army base now boasts forest trails and beach activities perfect for a weekend getaway.
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Between Fort Collins And Denver Is A Charming Getaway With Outdoor Fun, Breweries, And A Historic Downtown
Getting out of Colorado's biggest and most popular cities is always a good idea, especially when you end up in charming places like this one.
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New York's Charming Village Along The Hudson River Has Scenic Parks And A Historic Octagon House
Just an hour north of New York is a plethora of quaint suburbs that are home to a surprising amount of history, nature getaways, and hiking spots.
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An Hour From Boston Is A Historic Getaway With Scenic Trails And Refreshing Swimming Holes
Just outside Boston, a New England day trip offers Revolutionary War sites, literary history, shaded walking paths, and spots to cool off during summer.
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Forget Mount Washington State Park, New Hampshire's Underrated Gem Has A Quiet Lake & Mountain Trails
If you want something a little easier than the mountain hikes at Mount Washington State Park, this beautiful, serene lake park is an underrated gem.
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One Of Oregon's Best-Kept-Secrets Is A Charming City With Scenic Vineyards, Restaurants, And Outdoor Beauty
It may be tiny, but this little city in Oregon's scenic wine country is perfect for those looking for a serene escape sipping pinot noir and walking in nature.
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This California Recreation Area Gets More Visits Than The State's 9 National Parks Combined
You may not realize it, but this California recreation area includes several of the state's most popular sites and gets more visitors than its national parks.
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Between Topeka And Kansas City Is A Vibrant Midwest College City With A Walkable Downtown
For a laid-back Kansas weekend getaway, this college town has indie bookstores, art museums, restaurants, and an easy-to-explore historic downtown district.
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One Of Europe's Best National Parks Is A Remote Destination With Endless Outdoor Beauty
To even come close to being considered one of the best parks in Europe is saying something already, but this national park backs up the talk.
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Virginia's Largest Artificial Lake Offers 800 Miles Of Shoreline With Sandy Beaches For Swimming
When you think of swimming in Virginia, you think of the ocean. But this massive inland lake on the North Carolina border has sandy beaches and clean water.
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Between San Diego And Palm Springs Lies A Scenic Lake With Serene Fishing And Camping
If you like fishing and relaxing in nature, this scenic Southern California lake between San Diego and Palm Springs offers lovely cabins and camping.
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America's Dirtiest Lake For Swimming In 2026 Is A Popular Destination In Utah
This beautiful Utah lake may be a popular destination for its pink water and high saline content, but it was also named the dirtiest lake in the U.S. in 2026.
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Colorado's Former National Monument Is Now An Iconic Mountain Destination To Bag A 14er
Colorado has no shortage of 14er hikes, but one summit stands out for its history, sweeping alpine views, and a trail that tests even seasoned hikers.
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California's Former Army Base Is Now A 335-Acre Coastal Park With License-Free Fishing
Just beyond San Francisco's famous bridge is a lesser-known spot for a coastal day trip, with sweeping bay views, historic sites, and outdoor activities.
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New England's Year-Round Train Ride Is The World's First Mountain-Climbing Cog Railway With Vibrant Fall Foliage
Beyond the usual New England fall road trip, this scenic mountain train trip offers sweeping views, changing foliage, and a memorable New Hampshire escape.
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The Fascinating Reason Buildings In Greece Are Painted Blue And White
There might not be a more popular travel image than Greece's iconic blue-and-white buildings with a sunset in the background. So, why do they look like that?
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