South Carolina State

Columbus, OH

Hawaii State

Honolulu, HI

Travel + Leisure

A beach in Hawaii took the top spot in Dr. Beach's rankings.

This Stunning Island Has the No. 1 Beach in the U.S.

Maine State

Florida State

FinanceBuzz

Not every retiree dreams about Florida. Here are some beloved beach towns outside the Sunshine State that retirees love to call home.

15 Most Beloved Beach Towns for Retirees That Aren’t in Florida

Hilo, HI

On August 21, 1959, Hawaii joined the union as America's 50th state. Since that time, it's become a magnet for tourists wanting to embrace its incredible beauty. For an archipelago that sees over 10 million visitors annually, it can sometimes be difficult to find a spot that doesn't feel a bit overrun. After all, the essence of Hawaii isn't only in the beauty of her land, but in the heart of her people. If you're looking for a less-traveled area of the state to explore, you'll find lower costs and an abundance of local culture in The Big Island's east coast city of Hilo.

This Affordable City May Be Hawaii's Most Underrated For A Crowd-Free Tropical Vacation

Travel Smarter! Sign up for our free newsletter. If crying babies and toddlers throwing temper tantrums is not the vibe you’re looking for on your next vacation, consider an adults-only resort. While luxury Caribbean all-inclusives might come to mind as the only adults-only option, there are plenty of peaceful options for grown-ups right here in the United States.

The Best Adults-Only Resorts in the USA

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

The Singer Oceanfront Resort recently transformed it into an elegant beachfront retreat.

This Island Resort in Florida Just Got a Multimillion-dollar Renovation — and Has Rooms With Private Balconies, Poolside Cabanas, and a Beachfront Restaurant

Fox News

A law firm rated the most dangerous beaches, taking into account shark attacks and rip currents that kill surfers, and there was only one non-Florida beach in the top 25.

Shark Watch: Top 10 most dangerous beaches involving shark attacks, surfer deaths

Massachusetts State

A-Z-Animals

In the past week, there have been more than 20 great white shark sightings off the coast of Cape Cod in Massachusetts. Researchers can track sharks that have been tagged by performing fly-overs with helicopters, while lifeguards also keep watch for sharks. Besides the high-tech sightings this past week, a lifeguard spotted a shark about […]

3 Massachusetts Beaches With The Most Shark Attacks

Time Out

The agonies and patience involved in booking a passport renewal appointment have been passed down in traveler lore. And maybe you don't have the patience to do the mail-in renewal (plus, if you have minor children getting a fresh passport or renewing an existing one, parents have to show up in person). But here’s great news from the state department: eligible U.S. residents can now renew their passports online. Exhale in relief and grab your phone.

You can now renew your U.S. passport online—here's how

Another month, another food holiday: it’s National Grilling Month, and Burger King is celebrating with free burgers all month. In fact, the chain is celebrating several food holidays, giving away fries, fried chicken and ice cream. Here’s how to get your freebies. A month dedicated to grilling calls...

Get a free burger every Friday in July at Burger King

When we think of low-cost airlines, we might think of those bright yellow aircraft, the planes that always have an animal illustrated on the tail, or the airline that has “first come, first served” seating. But the low-cost airline which just won a "best in the U.S." award may surprise you.

This is the best low-cost airline in America

The Bahamas are an attractive destination to skippers for many reasons, starting with their nearness to Florida, not to mention the 70-degree temperatures when much of North America is knee-deep in snow. But there are many others, such as the gin-clear waters, golf, easy navigation, golf, great marinas and, of course, golf.

Top Golf Courses to Explore on the Bahamas’ Main Islands

Milwaukee, WI

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Donald Trump appeared to completely snub a kiss from his daughter Tiffany at the Republican National Convention Thursday night.The former president was waving and pointing to attendees in the crowd in Milwaukee as he and his family members took their seats in a box ahead of wrestler Hulk Hogan’s speech. As 30-year-old Tiffany passed her father on her way to her seat, she smiled, said a couple of words, and leaned in to give him a kiss on the cheek—which Trump seemingly swerved by turning his head.Tiffany was essentially left kissing the air behind her father’s head before walking off...

Trump Snubs Daughter Tiffany’s Kiss at Republican National Convention

Sometimes, you’re at your workspace, and you just want to get up and go. You’re aware that your coworkers are traveling, and you feel stuck, sweaty, and snarly. So, you could do a sneaky little thing that’s called “quiet vacationing.” That’s just when you quietly withdraw to hit the beach for a few hours or run a fun errand. No one knows, and you return to your desk renewed and ready to work hard. That’s this summer’s trend, according to Dollar Flight Club, and odds are you’ve already taken a silent holiday like this before!

Is everyone quiet vacationing this summer?

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Carmel, IN

Shopping around for a place to live that’s calm and quiet but close enough to a big city that you can get your kicks when you need them? That’s a suburb for you, and Niche.com has ranked the best suburbs in the U.S. to live in for 2024. These are places where you can stretch out and enjoy a slower pace of life, but you’re not too far away to miss out on the perks of urban living.

This charming Midwestern city was just named the best suburb to live in the U.S.

New York City, NY

If you’ve been waiting for some inspiration to plan a summer trip or update your bucket list, the wait is over. Tripadvisor has released its 2024 Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best Things to Do. This annual report highlights the highest-rated attractions and experiences in the U.S. and around the world based on thousands of Tripadvisor reviews. For the first time ever, New York City’s most iconic building has been named the number one attraction to visit in the entire world. The “World’s Most Famous Building” earned 60,000 five-star reviews, with reviewers gushing over the 360-degree views of the city and raving about the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. No other U.S. attractions made the top 10 global list.

This U.S. attraction was just voted the best in the world

Manitou Springs, CO

Many popular tourist attractions are easily accessible, but some require effort to get to the big payoff. Whether that’s a hike or a stair climb, reaching the top of an attraction that offers incredible views is worth all the effort. Plus, you’ll get a serious workout on your way up. If you like a bit of fitness with your sightseeing, a study by Puregym has ranked the world’s most physically demanding tourist attractions, and number two is right here in the U.S.

This is the most physically challenging tourist attraction in the U.S.

The next stop on your travel itinerary may be the snacks section on Aisle 8. Supermarkets are becoming full-on destinations for tourists, and for good reason. Not only are they free to visit and typically air conditioned, grocery stores offer a glimpse into local culture, the way people live in any certain area, and allow visitors to stock up on regional fare at a low price.

Supermarkets are the new "it" destinations for TikTok travelers

Georgia State

Allegiant is expanding again, and celebrating by offering extra-low fares on the new routes for a limited time. The low-cost airline announced eight new non-stop routes to 13 cities around the country, with budget-friendly options to popular vacation destinations in the South and beyond. The new routes and sale are perfect for planning a fall or winter getaway.

New routes on this popular airline are just $39 for a limited time

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Dr. Beach reveals the number one beach in the U.S.

Looking for some inspiration for your next beach getaway? You might as well go for the gold, and fortunately, Dr. Beach has just revealed his annual...

Dr. Beach reveals the number one beach in the U.S.

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