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Summer Travel Survey: Two-Thirds of Americans Say Rising Gas Prices Have Impacted Their Plans

The Only In Your State team surveyed U.S. adults to find out how many are traveling this summer, where they’re going, how things like gas and airline prices have impacted their plans, and more.

by Josh Koebert
on Jun 1
Man handle pumping gasoline fuel nozzle to refuel at petrol station. Summer travel survey on rising gas prices.
Stays

This Secluded Campground Near Great Smoky Mountains National Park Is One of Tennessee’s Best Kept Secrets

by Molly Harris
on Jun 1
Stream along Big Creek Campground, Tennessee
Experiences

The Florida Culinary Experience That’s Worth Crossing State Lines For

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on Jun 2
Kimchi coqueta bao rom Chug's Dinner in Miami
Stays

This Secluded Campground Near Lake Erie Is One of New York’s Best Kept Secrets

by Melanie Johnson
on Jun 2
Views of a cabin surrounded by trees at the Heron Farm, a secluded campground near Niagara Falls
Trips & Routes

One of Hawaii’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Kate Orlando
on Jun 2
Honolulu skyline at sunset with ocean front.

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You Won’t Need a Car To Explore This Walkable Coastal City in Illinois

This stunning Illinois city is easy to explore on foot, with scenic views, local shops, and must-see attractions all within walking distance.

by Amanda Finn
A pier and lighthouse along Lake Michigan in Waukegan, Illinois
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You Can Explore This Coastal Florida City Entirely on Foot—and It’s Stunning

Florida's Southernmost city, Key West, may also be its most walkable destination.

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
Walkable street in Key West
Trips & Routes

This Walkable Coastal City in South Carolina Is a Must-Visit Gem

A scenic waterfront and compact historic districts make this one of the most surprisingly walkable cities in South Carolina.

by Megan Todaro
A harbor full of sailboats and fishing boats at sunset in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina.

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Travel Expert’s Top 26 Must-Haves for 2026

by Only In Your State Staff
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Hand-Picked: The Best Luggage, Carry-Ons, and Checked Bags

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

by Joe Erbentraut
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My Winter Travel Gear Favorites as a Southerner Who Loves the Arctic

by Jackie Sutherlin
A person walks on a black sand beach surrounded by ice chunks, with a golden sunset in the background.

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Food

This Community-Loved Grand Rapids Cafe Is Serving Up Michigan’s Best Modern Brunch

This spot serves true Michigan comfort food you have to try, with hearty dishes, local flavor, and an unforgettable dining experience.

by Stephanie Frias
Jun 2
A vibrant, breakfast dish with salmon eggs Benedict and a fresh, garden salad. This is a brunch dish, true comfort food in Michigan at Morning Belle in Grand Rapids.

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Nature

Skip the Hikes and Try This Kansas Rail Trail Instead

There’s no need to hike when you can wheel or wander along this scenic Kansas rail trail.

by Stephanie Frias
on Jun 6
A meandering, gravel trail passing through green pastures with yellow blooms beneath a brilliant, blue sky. It's the Prairie Sunset Trail, a rail trail in Kansas.
Stays
Vacation Rentals

7 Waterfront Hawai’i Rentals So Stunning They Don’t Feel Real

From rainforest cabins with private waterfall pools to cliffside oceanfront homes and sandy beachfront condos, these waterfront rentals offer immersive island escapes where the sound of water, whether river, rain, or ocean, is always part of the experience.

by Kate Orlando
on Jun 6
Looking up at a waterfront Airbnb in Hawaii that overlooks a small waterfall.
Experiences
Attractions

The Hidden Attraction in New Jersey That People Still Seek Out to This Day

Hidden in plain sight, this remarkable New Jersey destination continues to spark curiosity to this day.

by Kim Falchek
on Jun 6
Birds sit on the remains of the sunken Atlantus shipwreck which sits in the waters off Sunset Beach in Cape May, New Jersey.
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Cities

This Walkable Coastal City in Maine Is a Must-Visit Gem

This stunning Maine city is easy to explore on foot, with scenic views, local shops, and must-see attractions all within walking distance.

by Megan Todaro
on Jun 6
An aerial view of Downloaded the harbor and town of Rockland, Maine. Boats line the harbor and the streets are walkable in every direction.
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This Arizona State Park Has a Charming Town Right Next Door — and Nobody Talks About It

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

by Melanie Johnson
on Jun 6
A woman sitting on a bench overlooking the mountains in Benson, a small town near Kartchner Caverns in AZ.