We all dream of that perfect European summer trip. But let’s be honest, the reality can often mean paying a fortune just to stand shoulder-to-shoulder in the sweltering heat. But it doesn’t have to be that way. The secret is finding the spots where summer isn’t the problem, but the entire point. We’re talking about …

Say goodbye to Lake Tahoe, Big Bear, and jam-packed National Parks this summer, and say hello to California’s alpine hideaways for a tranquil vacation amongst the Golden State’s untouched landscapes. With the exception of a handful of popular lake towns, most summer vacationers obviously seek out California’s paradisal shores from San Diego to the Oregon …

Necessary or not, travelers are venturing beyond the European charm of Charleston into South Carolina’s lesser-known. The proof is no more evident than the vibrant state capital, Columbia, which is seeing record numbers of visitors, but that’s not the state’s best-kept secret. Southern Living featured an insightful list of the ‘most beautiful’ destinations in South …

No matter the price or destination, finding summer sun is the common denominator this time of year. Whether it’s majestic lakes, world-class resorts, or pristine Florida beaches, it’s safe to say just about everyone is packing swimwear and sunblock. Well, Lonely Planet says it’s long overdue for a summer shift. Rather than follow the crowds …

If the BBC is hyping up America, you know it has to be good! They recently featured a surprising Midwest city as a top destination that doesn’t even get the recognition it deserves stateside. Detroit is in the midst of an epic comeback, and Mackinac Island was just named America’s top summer destination 3 years …

New Orleans? Yeah, that’s old news — at least according to our fall coverage of an unsuspecting lake town deemed Louisiana’s latest tourism hotspot. Now that summer is around the corner, lake towns take on a whole different vibe compared to fall, when you likely just dusted off your North Face jacket in the back …

Who’s up for an adventure this summer? Well, the folks at Mastercard just revealed insightful data showing where the majority of travelers are heading in Asia. Some are global icons, and others are big surprises. As it’s been well documented, more travelers are exploring the lesser-known, leading to a rise in unsuspecting cities taking center …

Pura Vida. There – that’s out of the way. Now we can get on with the first-ever Costa Rica article without uttering that ubiquitous phrase. Seriously, though. What’s going on in the popular Central American nation that prides itself on a slogan embodying what’s supposed to be a safe haven for locals and tourists alike? …

While Teslas are being keyed and gas prices are predicted to soar to $8 per gallon in some states, there’s a U.S. island where neither is a factor. If you were to set out to visit somewhere car-free and pro-horse, you might think of an Amish farm, but don’t worry, you’ll still be able to …

Travelers rightfully question if the long-haul flight to Brazil is worth it, especially with the country’s new invasive entry requirements for U.S. passport holders. In other words, save your paycheck! As Rio has held a sketchy reputation in recent years with notable upticks in crime, it’s become clear the iconic beach destination is no longer …

We can all agree that potatoes are the best vegetable, right? Being a state with license plates proudly boasting “famous potatoes”, one of America’s trendiest cities is a foodie lover’s dream with Boise’s creative vodka concoctions, fries over burgers attitude, and spud-tacular pillowy donuts. Besides the sensational food scene and college football’s only bright blue …

Okay, let’s be real. If you’re anything like me, you’ve spent a good chunk of the past few months daydreaming. Maybe it’s about swapping your office chair for a hammock slung between palm trees, trading traffic noise for the chatter of a foreign market, or just feeling sunshine that doesn’t require three layers of clothing. …