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13 Tropical U.S. Island Destinations You Can Visit Without a Passport

Your passport can stay in the drawer. These 13 tropical U.S. islands are ready when you are.

by Marisa Roman
on Jul 6
U.S. Virgin Islands, Caribbean. North over the clear blue waters of Hull Bay on the island of St. Thomas
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Instead of Banff, This Montana Town Is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

by Kate Orlando
on Jul 5
Whitefish Mountain Resort viewed from the shores of Whitefish Lake in Whitefish, Montana.
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Devil’s Hall Trail Sounds Scary, But It’s One of the Best Hikes in Texas

by Katie Lawrence
on Jul 4
Towering limestone walls rise above the rocky canyon floor at Devil's Hall on the Devil's Hall Trail in Texas.
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The Hidden Attraction in Virginia That People Still Seek Out to This Day

by Melanie Johnson
on Jul 3
A giant bust of George Washington surrounded by other former presidents in a park in Virginia.
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Locals Love This Hidden Gem Swimming Hole in New York

by Lynnette Nicholas
on Jul 2
Waterfall at Fawn's Leap in the Catskill Mountains, and there's a beautiful waterfall flowing over rocks and pouring into a swimming hole.

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Instead of Harpers Ferry, This Wisconsin Town Is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

Skip the crowds at Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, and discover this Wisconsin town offering similar charm, scenery, and experiences.

by Trent Jonas
Historic brick storefronts with green awnings along a sunny street corner in Mazomanie, Wisconsin.
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Instead of the Golden Gate Bridge, This Iowa Bridge Is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

An Iowa bridge like the Golden Gate Bridge? For cyclists, the High Trestle Bridge near Madrid, Iowa is a perfect vacation spot close to home.

by Raymond Goldfield
A view of the stone pillars leading to the High Trestle Bridge in Madrid, Iowa.
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Instead of Boulder, This Ohio Town Is Where You Should Take Your Next Trip

Skip the crowds in Boulder and discover this Ohio town offering similar charm, scenery, and experiences.

by Jacki Mick
Scenic twilight view of Lancaster Ohio with low morning fog covering the valley town.

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Essential Gear You Actually Need to Pack for Your Next Outdoorsy Trip

by Joe Erbentraut
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The 5 Best Outdoorsy Towns to Explore in Maine

Check out the most outdoorsy towns in Maine, from hiking and boating destinations to charming communities surrounded by natural beauty.

by Charlie Boyle
Jul 2
Maine's Acadia National Park at sunrise is seen, with jagged cliffs leading down to a beach and pine trees on top of them.

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Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Geneva State Park

Discover a charming small town near Geneva State Park that’s perfect for your next getaway, with great stays and easy park access.

by Katie Lawrence
on Jul 6
Geneva-on-the-Lake, Ohio main street lined with restaurants, arcades, shops, and colorful signs, with cars and visitors creating a lively atmosphere.
Nature

Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Snake Den State Park

Discover a charming small town near Snake Den State Park that’s perfect for your next getaway, with great stays and easy park access.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Jul 6
the sunset over scituate reservoir in scituate rhode island
Nature

Devil’s Race Track Sounds Scary, but It’s One of the Best Hikes in Alabama

The name sounds intimidating, but this scenic hike is one of the most rewarding trails in Alabama. Here's why it's worth the adventure.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Jul 6
A view from the Devil's Race Track, a scary hiking trail in Alabama.
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National & State Parks

Visit the Hidden Gem Small Town Right Next Door to Chadron State Park

Just minutes from Chadron State Park, this western Nebraska town offers Pine Ridge views, local charm, and easy access to one of the state's most scenic outdoor destinations.

by Kate Orlando
on Jul 6
Golden wheat in Nebraska with a wind turbine.
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Sharp Top Trail Sounds Scary, But It’s One of the Best Hikes in Virginia

Fortunately, Sharp Top only looks that way from afar. If you can brave the incline, you're in for one of Virginia's best views.

by Beth Copenhaver
on Jul 5
Stone stairs leading to the summit of Sharp Top Mountain in Virginia, surrounded by mountains.