10 best waterfront towns and villages to visit

These waterfront towns and villages make excellent travel destinations for your Spring and Summer vacation.  Go there...

7 Places In America History Nerds Need To See

The U.S. is brimming with historic sites to visit, and -- if you're a history buff -- totally nerd out over. There's everything from touristy points of interest, like the Alamo and Arlington Cemetery, to small, local sites scattered across the country.

These lesser-known historic spots would make the perfect stop on a summer road trip. Most of them are also located in some really beautiful places, so if your travel companions aren't down to nerd out they have plenty of pretty scenery to look at.  Go there...

10 national park experiences of a lifetime

Travelers typically speak of Yellowstone, Yosemite or the Grand Canyon with a sense of reverence. These, along with the other 398 units managed by the National Park Service, preserve special places with spectacular landscapes and memorable activities. Some park experiences are well-known, such as rafting down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon or strolling Yellowstone's Upper Geyser Basin to witness the eruption of Old Faithful. But plenty of others are overlooked.  Go there...

15 Northwestern Spots That Will Take Your Breath Away

You know Seattle, you know Portland... but do you know the rest of the Northwest?

When you think of the Northwest region of the United States, you probably think mainly of the Pacific Northwest. The Census Bureau breaks the western United States into two regions: Pacific and Mountain. We took a look at the northern states of both regions -- Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming -- and came up with 15 excellent towns worth a visit.  Go there...

Best U.S. cycling cities? George Hincapie nominates 20

When it came time to find nominees for USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice contest for 'Best Cycling City' we went straight to the top. Champion cyclist George Hincapie, who competed 17 times for the USA in the Tour de France, chose America's top cycling cities based on the buzz they generate in the cycling community; recreational cycling opportunities and pathways; cycling events held in the city; and beautiful terrain and vistas.  Go there...

10 beautiful American castles

These 10 beautiful castles can all be found on American soil - no need to fly to Europe.

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Why Atlanta Is The Big American City You've Been Missing Out On

When you think about Atlanta, the first thing that probably comes to mind is a flashback to those Bravo commercials you've seen with The Real Housewives. But forget NeNe and Kandi -- Atlanta is much more than fake-brawling and McMansion suburbs. This city is one of the most amazing cities in America, and these are the reasons why:  Go there...

5 Reasons To Go To Jackson Hole This Spring

There's no denying it: Jackson Hole is a ski town, best known for its great powder, gorgeous peaks, and challenging mountain courses. But that doesn't mean it's a complete ghost town come springtime.

"Spring or the off-season is Jackson Hole's biggest secret," says Emily Beardsley, marketing manager of Hotel Terra. "It's a prime time to view an abundance of wildlife, enjoy the national parks and the town without winter or summer crowds."  Go there...

The 'Center Of North America' Is In Rugby, North Dakota

If you build it, they will come. Or so the saying goes.

That is just the case in Rugby, North Dakota. This small town has claimed the title, "Geographical Center of North America," and they really mean it. A title that although may not exactly be true has certainly put this northern town on the map.  Go there...

The 10 Best Road Trips in America

With the summer coming to a close, now is the perfect time to get in that last minute road trip. Envision yourself—top down, wind in you hair, taking in the California coast line or the Sedona mountains.

From the Big Ben scenic byway in Florida to the Hudson River Valley, we’ve scoured the country for the best road trips, and the ideal itineraries that go with them.  Go there...