The TSA and the CDC have decided to continue the federal mask mandate until 2022 amid a surge in Delta variant infections. The mask mandate will be in force regardless of someone’s vaccination status.  The TSA will extend the directives until January 18, 2022, according to the reports. The recent spike in cases has promoted …

Texas’ progressive, laid-back capital city enjoys a thriving food scene, nightly live music, acres of leafy outside space, and 300 days of sun a year. Here are eight reasons why you should pay a visit to Austin, Texas. Zilker Park A vast, verdant 361 acre playground in the heart of the city. Here you can …

If you love the idea of alfresco living, but don’t want the hassle of pitching a tent, then glamping could be for you! From deluxe resorts with all mod cons to rustic retreats, here are seven of the best. Lucky Arrow Retreat, Texas Enjoy a luxury stay in a spacious cabin or characterful yurt at …

If you’re planning a visit to Big Sky State this summer, we’ve got eight destinations to make your trip a memorable one. Glacier National Park A renowned million acre wilderness prized for spectacular scenery and a mecca for hardcore hiking and backcountry camping. Gawp at the views from the Going to the Sun Road, a …

California produces 90% of U.S. wine, courtesy of its mild climate (over 200 sunshine filled days each year) and diverse terrain of mountains, valleys and vast plains. In recent decades Californian wines have forged a global presence, notably since 1976’s famed ‘Judgement of Paris’. In this international blind tasting event, California newcomers went head to …

If you’re looking to escape the summer heat, then one of these six glorious waterway paradises is guaranteed to float your boat. Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada Straddling the border of Nevada and California, magnificent Lake Tahoe and its 200 square mile surrounding landscape attracts over 2.7 million visitors a year, lured by sparkling blue waters, forest …

If you’re planning a trip to the sunny City of Angels, here are eight excellent experiences that won’t cost you a cent. Santa Monica Beach And Pier Join a throng of cyclists, walkers and roller bladers at Santa Monica’s glorious 3.5 mile stretch of golden sand fringed by the Pacific. You’ll find amusements, restaurants and …

The U.S. boasts an awesome array of magnificent, unspoilt natural landscapes. Feast your eyes on eight of the best. Kenai Fjords, Alaska 60% of Alaska’s smallest national park is covered in snow and ice, yet this unfettered wilderness of glaciers, deep fjords and alpine vegetation is home to surprisingly diverse land and sea life. Brown …

With summer almost upon us, it’s time to grab your hiking boots and head for the hills. Here we celebrate six of the best long distance hiking trails across the U.S. The Long Trail, Vermont Established in 1930, the oldest walking trail in the U.S. travels 272 miles along the ridge of the Green Mountains, …

Our capital city is not the cheapest place to visit, so here we present nine fun and wallet-friendly Washington experiences that are easy on your budget. The National Mall This expansive site comprises over two miles of stunning gardens, lakes, fountains and leafy walkways. You could spend several days exploring the imposing monuments which stand …

It’s camping season, so get set for alfresco adventures, fascinating wildlife and inspirational vistas. Here are ten superb U.S. destinations that’ll make you want to pitch your tent. Denali National Park, Alaska This magnificent wilderness park has six campgrounds, five of which are summer-only. Wonder Lake campground offers 28 tent pitches and basic facilities in …

Next time you’re in Utah, make a beeline for the spectacular 76,000 acre Arches National Park. Here, amidst a surreal wonderland of stone towers, fins and hoodoos you’ll discover over 2,000 naturally occurring sandstone arches, the largest concentration on the planet. Drive and hike If you’ve only a few hours to spare, take the park’s …