Activities

A Small Island in Florida Is Hiding an Unforgettable Airbnb Experience

Tucked away in a quiet coastal corner, this immersive Airbnb Experience invites you to taste your way through a thriving backyard food forest. It’s a slow, sensory journey that reveals a surprising and meaningful side of Florida travel.

A Small Town in New Jersey Is Hiding an Unforgettable Seaglass Experience

This crafty Airbnb Experience in Cape May, NJ is unforgettable.

A Small Town in Pennsylvania Is Hiding an Unforgettable Airbnb Experience

Get up close and personal with a furry Scottish Highland Cow at this unique Airbnb experience in Pennsylvania, hosted by experienced farmers.

Learning to Ski? Start at This Laid-Back Colorado Mountain Near Denver

If you're in the Denver area and looking for a ski resort that's beginner friendly, beautiful, accessible, and all good vibes, Loveland Ski Area is a standout.

I Skied for the First Time on One of the World’s Best Mountains (and Didn’t Break Any Bones)

This beginner-friendly ski guide highlights how effortless rentals and world-class instruction can turn a humbling first day on the mountain into a seamless, bone-broken-free success.

This Tribal-Run Montana Ski Area Keeps Skiing Accessible—and Deeply Rooted in Community

On a Native American reservation in northern Montana, Bear Paw Ski Bowl proves that skiing doesn’t need luxury or high prices—just community, commitment, and a shared love of winter.

I Am Virtually Walking Route 66, and I Can’t Say Enough About the Experience

I explored a historic part of the country with a virtual walk across Route 66.

Not a Skier? This Tennessee Snow Tubing Spot Is Just as Much Fun

This Gatlinburg snow tubing park delivers winter thrills without skis, lessons, or stress. Just fast runs, bright lights, and fun for every age.

I Don’t Ski, but the Snow Tubing in Michigan Is Incredible

Winter adventure in Michigan wasn’t something I was chasing. Then I found three snow tubing hills just 10 minutes from my Metro Detroit home.

I Rode a Vintage Train Into California’s Redwoods to a Magical Hidden Bar

This isn’t your average train trip: the Skunk Train carries riders into the redwoods, where a string-light-filled bar waits in a clearing under the trees.

Florida at 125 MPH: What It’s Like to Ride the Brightline for the First Time

Experience Florida’s high-speed future on the Brightline—from Fort Lauderdale’s sleek station to Orlando’s modern terminal, discover what it’s really like to travel in both Premium and Smart class on this effortless, scenic ride.

All Aboard This Historic Train in Iowa Where You Can Soak up the Scenery

Boone, Iowa, is home to a railroad museum and scenic railroad that offers excursions through gorgeous countryside. The train rides are particularly spectacular in the fall.

Climb Aboard the Scenic Fall Train in Wisconsin Everyone Is Talking About

Enjoy a scenic fall foliage train ride at the Mid-Continent Railway Museum in Wisconsin.

Sail Aboard This Harbor Cruise in Massachusetts Where You Can Dine With a View

Want to experience some great food and spectacular scenery? Embark on a fall Boston Harbor dinner cruise.

My Family’s Journey on the Hiawatha Rail Trail: Tunnels, Trestles, and Scenic Views

With 10 tunnels, seven sky-high trestle bridges, and 15 miles to travel, the Route of the Hiawatha in northern Idaho was an experience of a lifetime.

Seattle to Orcas Island: My Bucket-List Trip to the San Juans

My bucket-list trip to Orcas Island, Washington—ferry from Anacortes, kayaking with seal pups, hiking Cascade Falls, and shucking oysters at Buck Bay.

9 “Hidden Gems” in Nebraska We’ve Always Known About but Can’t Stop Visiting

Not exactly secrets—but these Nebraska spots are the kind locals love and visitors often overlook, making them well worth adding to your list.

The Swan Boat Ride in Nebraska That Belongs on Every Summer Bucket List

These leisurely boat rides are only $10 in Kearney.

The Stunning Connecticut Lighthouse Ferry Tour You Need to Take This Summer

Looking for a fun day trip near Norwalk, Connecticut? Visit Sheffield Island Lighthouse by ferry for nature walks, history, and scenic water views—no driving needed.

Missouri’s Spring-Fed Ozark Rivers Are the Best Summer Activity Nobody Talks About

It's too hot to explore Missouri on land in the summer. Take a classic float trip for the best summertime experience!

This 3-Hour Off-Road Adventure Takes You to Parts of the Smokies Most Hikers Never See

Whether you're an adventure seeker or just want to explore the wilderness in a unique way, I can't think of anything better than this UTV Adventure in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina.

Flagler Beach Has Coquina Sand That Reveals Fossilized Shark Teeth After Every Storm

With its golden coquina sand and Atlantic surf, Flagler Beach offers a surprising haven for shell collectors.

24 Kansas Experiences Worth Adding to Your Bucket List Before the Year Is Over

Here's your ultimate list of things to do in Kanas in 2026. Get out there and have an adventure!

This Wellness Club in Downtown Denver Has a Robot Massage System — and You Don’t Have to Tip

Technology and wellness collide to create a modern method of relaxation.

Your Best Summer Experience Isn’t By Car, It’s on a Stand-up Paddleboard in Virginia

If you've been nervous about trying it, haven't yet had the opportunity, or have gone in the past and want to try it again, make this summer the time to go stand-up paddleboarding in Virginia.

Your Best Summer Experience Isn’t By Car, It’s on a Bike in New Hampshire

Join in the fun on a guided bike tour through New Hampshire's Port City.

Your Best Summer Experience in Wyoming Isn’t by Car, It’s on This Canoe Trail

Paddle between two lakes in Wyoming on the Green River Lakes Canoe Trail. This is a summer experience you won't soon forget.

Your Best Summer Experience Isn’t By Car, It’s on a Kentucky Steamboat

Ditch the road trip this summer and step aboard Kentucky’s most iconic steamboat for a scenic, stress-free journey along the Ohio River.

Your Best Louisiana Summer Experience Isn’t By Car, It’s on an Airboat  

Take a ride on the "wild(life)" side, on one of these unique bayou-based adventures.

Floating on a Lagoon in Glowing Swan Boats Is a Dreamy Way to Spend a Summer Night in Wisconsin

A float on one of these glowing swan boats is a dreamy way to spend a summer night in Wisconsin. Make it part of a Milwaukee weekend adventure.