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  • visitors on Grand Canyon Skywalk

    The Dangerous Reasons Tourists Are Banned From Taking Belongings On The Grand Canyon Skywalk

    By Hillary Louise Johnson 11 months ago

    From selfies to backpacks, here are the dangerous reasons tourists are banned from taking any belongings on this scenic outlook over the Grand Canyon.

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  • Night drive in North Dakota

    The Terrifying Reason To Be Extra Alert While Road Tripping Through North Dakota

    By Robert Isenberg 11 months ago

    Of course it’s important to be careful on road trips, but you’ll want to be even more alert while driving through North Dakota for this terrifying reason.

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  • Water Warrior Island in Michigan

    This Large Floating Playground On A Lake Is A Thrilling, Family-Friendly Michigan Gem

    By Nada Kabil 11 months ago

    If you're searching for family-friendly fun on the fabulous lakes of Michigan, this thrilling water park is a playground for visitors of all ages.

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  • Car driving through autumnal mountains

    5 Essential Travel Hacks For Your Leaf-Peeping Fall Vacation

    By Robert Isenberg 11 months ago

    Read these tips before booking your fall getaway so you can make the most of your leaf-peeping adventure, enjoy a cozy getaway, and stay safe.

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  • car driving in fall landscape

    The Best Road Trip Routes In America For Unforgettable Fall Foliage Views, According To Research

    By Daniel Feininger 11 months ago

    Leaf-peeping season is here, and you should experience it in style while driving on these routes, which offer the best fall foliage scenes in the United States.

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  • Viking mural Poulsbo

    Washington's 'Little Norway' Is An Underrated Port City Full Of Boutiques, Art, And Treats

    By Lee Adams 11 months ago

    For a taste of old Viking charm, head to this coastal town that feels worlds away to learn about Scandinavian traditions through museums, shops, and food.

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  • RV Resort surrounded by trees

    Tucked Away Outside Texas' Bustling Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex Is An Unsung RV Resort

    By Mira Temkin 11 months ago

    Visit this stunning RV park in Texas, perfect for an outdoor escape from the big city, or a home base to explore activities in Arlington and Dallas.

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  • Goldfield Arizona ghost town visitors

    Experience The Wild West At This Arizona Ghost Town With Unique Family-Friendly Activities

    By Lee Adams 11 months ago

    This Old West ghost town is now an attraction you can visit, with plenty of activities from museums and performances to gold panning and even ghost walks.

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  • Woman near car holding phone

    Skip The Uber In These Cities With The Most Expensive Airport Rideshare Costs In America

    By Brie Schmidt 11 months ago

    Is it cheaper to take an Uber or a Lyft to the airport in major U.S. cities? A recent study sheds light on the cheapest and most expensive rideshare costs.

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  • Scattered carved pumpkins and scarecrows

    One Of The Best Small Towns For A Fall And Halloween Getaway Is An Underrated California Gem

    By Camila Pérez B 11 months ago

    Love a jack-o'-lantern? Head to this under-the-radar town in Southern California for a vibrant Halloween celebration featuring next level carved pumpkins.

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  • Green hills autumn leaves

    Step Into The World Of 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' At Its East Coast Filming Locations

    By Joshua Meyer 11 months ago

    If you loved this cult classic or its newest release, here are the U.S. filming destinations you can visit that brought the world of Beetlejuice to life.

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  • Aerial view of Ames, Iowa

    An Unlikely Midwest Destination Is Home To One Of America's Best-Ranked College Towns

    By Anna Robinson 11 months ago

    College towns are lively, offer lots of activities, and often smaller and more intimate than major cities. This town in Iowa provides all this and more.

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  • Sunset from Lummi Island

    This Pristine Island Is A Secret Pacific Northwest Mountain Paradise Without Crowds

    By Dave Bowling 12 months ago

    This island in the Pacific Northwest offers a secluded retreat away from the crowds. Here, you can hike, kayak, and explore nature in peace and quiet.

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  • Mountains reflected in Salton Sea

    California's Largest Lake Is One Of Its Most Unique, Desolate Destinations To Camp And Hike

    By Robert Isenberg 12 months ago

    There's nowhere quite like California's largest lake, a massive landlocked body of water that holds plenty of secrets and is a unique camping destination.

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  • View from Ampersand Mountain summit

    This Challenging Mountain Hike Is Worth The 360-Views Of New York's Finest Nature

    By Robert Isenberg 12 months ago

    Challenge yourself to reach the summit of this mountain in New York's Adirondaks for incredible, unobstructed views of the surrounding landscapes.

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  • Park ranger car overlooking landscape

    The Unexpected Way That Lying Can Get You Banned From A National Park

    By Shelly Abramovich 12 months ago

    Illegal activity can get you banned from a national park. While that's obvious, did you know you can get banned for lying? Here's what you should know.

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  • People float down lazy river

    Float Down The World's Longest Natural Lazy River At This Thrilling Texas Waterpark

    By Robert Isenberg 12 months ago

    If you've ever wanted to float down the longest lazy river on the planet, you need to get yourself to Texas. Get ready for the most tranquil of good times.

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  • Aerial view downtown Phoenix mountains background

    5 Of The Best Things Locals Want You To Do When You Visit Phoenix, Arizona

    By Joshua Meyer 12 months ago

    What are the best things to do in the Valley of the Sun? When visiting fabulous Phoenix, who better to ask for advice than the local people themselves?

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  • Statue of Liberty blue sky

    The Unexpected Dangerous Detail Tourists Don't Realize About The Statue Of Liberty

    By Lee Adams 12 months ago

    You may have a visit to the Statue of Liberty on your NYC tourist itinerary, but might not have considered this one fact that make it a safety concern.

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  • bags at airport security checkpoint

    TSA's Carry-On Luggage Rules You Should Know Before Heading To The Airport

    By Brie Schmidt 12 months ago

    Read this before you pack your carry-on luggage to make sure you're abiding by all the TSA rules, from liquid limits to weapons and camping gear.

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  • outdoor Halloween display at night

    The Underrated Michigan City With A Premier Month-Long Outdoor Halloween Celebration

    By Shelly Abramovich 12 months ago

    Book an October weekend getaway to this charming Midwestern destination for a huge outdoor Halloween festival offering fun for the whole family.

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  • Building ruins in the Pine Barrens

    This Mysterious Forest With Haunted Hikes Is One Of America's Best Halloween Destinations

    By Camila Pérez B 12 months ago

    You don't need to watch a horror movie or visit a haunted house this Halloween, head to this spooky forest for a hike instead, and learn about local legends.

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  • river surrounded by fall foliage

    'America's Most Colorful 100-Mile Drive' Is Packed With Vibrant Foliage In The Fall

    By Laura Jones 12 months ago

    Follow the (almost) 100-mile scenic road this season to catch a brilliant display of fall foliage along a route with plenty of worthwhile stops along the way.

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  • old wooden jailhouse in desert

    Explore One Of The Best Small-Town Museums In The West At This Hauntingly Pretty Ghost Town

    By Laura Jones 12 months ago

    Explore ruins, an old jail, and a mining tunnel shaft at this hauntingly pretty ghost town that features one of the best small-town museums in the West.

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  • Decaying futuristic building in Arizona desert

    Arizona's 'City Of The Future' Is An Odd Experimental Desert Town With Unique Architecture

    By Joshua Meyer 12 months ago

    The Grand Canyon State is packed with fascinating attractions, but the experimental City of the Future might just be Arizona's strangest destination.

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  • Sunset at Flathead Lake

    This Natural Freshwater Lake Is The Largest In The Western US And One Of The World's Cleanest

    By Dave Bowling 12 months ago

    Montana is home to one of the world's cleanest and largest freshwater lakes. With tons of wildlife, water activities, and lakeside towns, there's plenty to do.

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  • Sunset traffic on I-285

    If You're Traveling Through The Southeast, Make Sure To Avoid This Deadly Road

    By Robert Isenberg 12 months ago

    Exploring the Southeast of the United States can be an exhilarating experience, but one particularly dangerous road is better left unexplored.

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