Family vacations used to be easy. You packed up the car, grabbed a cooler, and hit the road. There was no pressure to make every stop look Instagram-worthy. It was just real fun and time together. If you’re dreaming of a trip from your Pennsylvania home that feels like the ones you had growing up,…
With over 1,300 miles of coastline, it’s no wonder so many vacationers and snowbirds head to Florida. In this article, we’ve ranked some of the best beaches in Florida according to six key factors. From the Gulf Coast to the Atlantic side, these are, in our humble opinion, Florida’s best beaches. Clearwater Beach: The Family…
Healthcare expenses in Missouri and across the United States are high. But some countries have it even worse. Based on a British study, these are the most costly countries for hospitalization. It’s wise to purchase travel insurance before you set foot in any of them. The Study Shows Staysure, a UK-based travel insurance company, used…
When you board a ship like Norwegian Encore or Carnival Mardi Gras, you’re basically agreeing to share your vacation with a few thousand strangers. That’s part of the fun—and part of the challenge. From saving seats at shows to buffet etiquette, here’s what the politest North Carolinian passengers never do on board. Hogging Deck Chairs…
If you’ve never road-tripped to a state fair, this might be your sign. These events aren’t just for locals; they’re full-on summer adventures. We’ve picked the state fairs that, in our eyes, are totally worth the miles, along with nearby spots where you can recharge once you down your last corn dog. Iowa State Fair…
Newsflash, Pennsylvanians: You may have to put your souvenir or gift-giving dreams on hold. Or, at the very least, in a checked bag. There are some odd items that are forbidden in carry-on luggage. A Disclaimer This isn’t a complete list of the bizarre items you can’t bring in a carry-on bag. Always verify with…
Many Nevadans—and Americans as a whole—unknowingly act in ways that pinpoint them as an American tourist when they’re abroad. I’ve been in those shoes. Now that I have over a decade of experience traveling, I’ve developed a keen eye for these funny (and sometimes cringeworthy) American tourist clichés. Here are some of the top contenders….
Massachusetts—and the United States as a whole–has many great things going for it. Our diverse geography, football (the real kind that you throw with your hands), and Fourth of July cookouts are just a few of the things that make the Land of the Free so great. That said, no state or country is perfect….
Cozy towns with an unmistakable Hallmark feeling are located in pockets throughout the U.S. These are the towns with gazebo-filled parks, cheerful window displays, and neighbors who greet you by name. They don’t need a script to feel magical. They just need a few string lights and maybe a harvest fair or snow to set…
Long before passport stamps and Instagram filters, honeymoons were simpler. Your grandparents didn’t need luxury resorts or couples’ massages to feel like they were starting something special before moving into their Florida home. They packed up the car, held hands the whole drive, and checked into places that felt like pure magic at the time….
