If there’s one aspect of Florida’s social life that has changed in recent years, it’s how we meet new people. Dating apps and websites are more common than ever, with three out of ten Americans stating they’ve used an online dating app. But how does this trend apply to people over 50? It turns out,…
Ever get the feeling that everyone you know has their birthday in the same month? It turns out it’s not just your imagination; more Floridians and Americans across the country are born on certain months and dates (and even days of the week) than others. Does your birthday make the cut? Stock Up on Candles…
Many of us dream of a peaceful retiree life in a lovely place. With research, hard work, and a dose of luck, that dream could become reality. A report by Zippia determined the most and least expensive states for retirees based on five factors: Every state received a ranking of 1 to 50 for each…
Almost every American loves sandwiches. But did you know residents in certain states are bigger fans of specific types of sandwiches than others? A report released by Zippia analyzed Google Trends data for 40 different popular sandwiches in each state. The more people in that state Googled the sandwich, the more likely folks there are…
Virginia has a lot of great food, and many of us would agree a trip to any new state isn’t complete without trying new food. So, before embarking on your next U.S. adventure within or outside of Virginia, discover the most popular food each state is known for (and the foods that MUST go on…
Taste is subjective, but gross foods can sometimes be agreed upon by huge swaths of the population. Or, at least, by huge swaths of residents in certain states. Case in point? The most hated food in each state. How does the food you don’t like stack up to other residents in West Virginia? Fit for…
Much like Gilligan’s unexpected extended tour, not all real-life trips go as planned. These travelers discovered that it takes more than a coconut phone to get rescued, and some survived using remarkably inventive methods. 1: Fyre Festival Thousands of travelers expected the party of the year on a beach in the Bahamas. Instead, they ended…
Most of us have dealt with a noisy neighbor or two, but it seems some states take the prize for being louder than others. From bustling city apartments to suburban tranquility, a Zippia study ranked which American states are the noisiest. Here Comes the Boom A study by Zippia determined the loudest states in the…
With Hulu, Netflix, HBO, and other streaming services part of the mainstream American vocabulary, Americans are taking sides with their favorite shows. A report released by Zippia cross-referenced the 100 most-watched TV shows according to IMDB with Google Trends data. With so many fan favorites, it’s easy to see why Americans spend an average of…
The best vacation doesn’t have to be the most expensive, and rising prices shouldn’t stop you from taking a well-deserved trip. Save a few bucks without cutting out travel by visiting U.S. News & World Report’s relatively cheap vacation destination recommendations in the United States. One of them is in traveler-favorite Florida. The Roadmap U.S. News…
