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Sunny days, sandy beaches and sensational food – Pensacola is one of America’s tastiest seaside destinations. From farmers’ markets and “flip-flop fine dining” to innovative regional and...

Maybe you aren’t great at taking those hard-earned vacation days, or maybe you don’t have any time leftover since you took your big summer vacay (sob). Never fear! You can still enjoy an activity-packed...

Voodoo. How much of its mysterious traditions are hokey hype and how much is genuine religious practice? There's no better place to find out for yourself than in New Orleans, where the legend, kitsch, and...

New Orleans is home to a famously rich musical tradition. Blues, funk, jazz, zydeco, rock 'n' roll, and country – the city can claim at least some responsibility for just about every genre of American...

Okay, let’s face it! Your aim in heading down to Pensacola is to have a heaping helping of toes-in-the-sand, fun-in-the-sun action. And nobody’s blaming ya! With its awarding-winning white sand beaches,...

You and your partner love to travel, preferably while remaining out and proud (and safe and welcome and not bored out of your minds). You've done the research. You know all about the East Coast and West Coast...

One of the jewels of the south, Savannah features a rich history, mixed with excellent cuisine and nightlife that make it one of the most visited cities on the East coast. Pretty cool, am I right? While it may...

Yeah, Halloween's great, but who wants to wait until October to appreciate the spookier side of life? Savannah, Georgia is considered one of America's most haunted cities, and with its antebellum mansions,...

Have you been to Boulder, Colorado yet? If so, you understand how beautiful this place actually is. If not, you’ve got some exploring to do, and what’s a better way to explore than going for a hike? While...

Many graduates from the University of California Berkeley look back on their time in the idyllic city with great fondness, recalling the beautiful campus, views of San Francisco, and intellectual discourse....

The funky, hip city of Portland, Oregon, also known as the "City of Roses" for all its outdoor space, is home to more than 10,000 acres of public parks and natural dedicated spaces. The city boasts one of the...

If you love shopping, coffee, funky doughnuts, beer, music, art, organic, free-range chicken (thanks to Fred and Carrie of "Portlandia"), and anything that remotely relates to the independent spirit, then...

The reason is obvious: Sometimes we all need a break from the daily grind. But! Completely switching your brain off is hard, am I right? When I'm planning a vacation, I try to strike a balance between...

Your college roommate just called — looks like you've got yet another Newport wedding to attend! Part of you is thrilled because hello, nautical beauty. But you've seen the mansions, the beaches, and the...