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Revealed: The most haunted states in the U.S.
Halloween is just around the corner, and haunted houses nationwide have sprung up to induce screams of terror in those willing to cross their fearsome thresholds. If you’re a Halloween fiend, you might want to take things a step further and drive America’s most haunted roads or stay in a haunted Airbnb. For an even deeper dive into the spirit of the season, Smokymountains.com has just revealed a ranking of the spookiest states in the U.S., where you can experience the most scares in one spot.
Are dogs allowed on Amtrak trains? Here's how to travel with pets.
It can be hard to leave your furry friend behind when you travel. You know the deal when it comes to flying with a pet, but can you bring your dog on Amtrak? Riding the rails is becoming more popular as travelers seek to avoid the hassle of flying, and Amtrak does allow pets to ride along with you — with restrictions.
These are the coolest neighborhoods in the U.S. right now
Every year, Time Out surveys thousands of city-dwellers about the places they live, getting the scoop on nightlife, dining, arts and culture and what makes their cities tick. The annual Time Out Index results give us incredible insight into where people are going out, how often they’re hitting the town, what places are actually cool and the general livability in the world’s top areas. It’s also where we draw from to come up with our annual list of the 40 coolest neighborhoods in the world, which is out today.
It’s official: Cruises are more expensive than ever—here’s why
Going on a cruise used to feel like an affordable way to see the sights, relax and luxuriate on a big ship. Now, like everything else in 2023, that may not be the case, thanks to surging prices across the cruise industry. According to a recent Reuters report, cruise vacations...
How to fly along the path of the 2024 solar eclipse
An epic solar eclipse is slated for 2024, and if you plan your flights right, you may just be able to see it from the sky. The next total solar eclipse will be on April 8, with a path of totality extending through Arkansas, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, New York, Ohio, Texas, and beyond. And coincidentally, all these states are on Southwest Airlines' flight paths.
This is the most affordable state to retire in
If you're looking to make the most of your retirement accounts, you may want to consider relocating. If you're not in one of the top financially beneficial states to retire in, that is. A new study from Bankrate ranks all 50 states from the best to the worst to retire in, based on affordability, quality and cost of healthcare, well-being, weather and crime rate.
Here's where all the cool travelers will be Airbnbing this winter
If you want to keep up with travel trends, that is, not feel that doom-scrolling FOMO come winter, now's the time to plan your next trip. And a new report from Airbnb reveals the most popular travel trends this upcoming holiday and winter season. By looking at search data, Airbnb...
You could be banned from California campgrounds for bailing on your campsite reservation
California, like many other states, has experienced a boom in camping in state parks over the past couple of years, with in-demand campsites necessitating advance booking, sometimes months ahead. For campers who snag a coveted spot, seeing an empty campsite at a fully booked campground can be a real downer. The culprits? No-shows. A new bill signed into law by Governor Gavin Newsome aims to deter no-shows, including banning repeat offenders.
The world’s largest corn maze unveils a new theme for 2023
It’s corn maze season, and farms across the country have carved intricate designs into their corn fields so you can get lost in them. You may have heard about the mazes celebrating country star Reba McEntire, but what does the farm that’s home to the world’s largest corn maze have up its sleeve this year? Dinos. That’s right, the massive maze at Richardson Adventure Farm is Jurassic Park-themed.
Disney World and Disneyland ticket prices are going up—again
If you’ve been thinking about a Disney vacation but haven’t booked tickets yet, prepare to pay a little more. Prices at both Disney World and Disneyland are going up. The price increases affect parking, annual passes, and some single-day tickets. Here’s the breakdown:. Disney World. Parking at...
What's the point of a polar bear plunge?
Is a polar plunge in your future? Many hotels offer a cold plunge as part of the spa experience, and certain northern cities like Seattle offer an outdoor open-air jump into frigid waters as an adventurous experience. But is it good for you? Are you reinvigorating your lymphatic system or opening yourself up to a heart attack? As NPR reports, the research is still very thin—as thin as our skin feels when we’re in the icy waters—but good information remains to be gleaned. Here are a few highlights:
Huge Breeze flash sale covers flights through next summer, but it ends soon
Most of us aren’t thinking ahead all the way to next year, but you’ll want to jump on this huge flash sale from Breeze Airways. The airline is offering 40% off for travel through September 3, 2024, but hurry—the sale ends tonight. Breeze has never offered a...
Check out the wild things TSA lets you bring through security
Going through the security lines is a big part of flying and let’s be honest: one that a lot of people dread. If you don’t have TSA Precheck, you’re balancing on one foot taking off your shoe, rushing to pull out your laptop computer and your little bag of liquids, and feeling the evil eye from people behind you in line being impatient. However, on the lighter side of security (the “already through side”), it’s fun to look at the quirky things you actually are allowed to bring through security, as reported by Condé Nast Traveler.
Disney World’s all-day Park Hopper pass is coming back
Here’s hoping the holidays bring Park Hopper passes tucked into the gifts we share—because starting January 9, the pass returns to its former, all-day access, glory, as reported by the Disney Parks blog. Since 2021, the Park Hopper was somewhat limited in its offering because you could only...
How to help victims of the Israel-Gaza War from the U.S.
Over the weekend, Americans looking at their phones got the most jarring and horrifying news: on Saturday morning, Hamas and Islamic Jihad groups launched a surprise attack from the Gaza Strip against Israeli cities with thousands of rockets. They sent 1,000 gunmen into Israel to kill and kidnap civilians—the death toll exceeds 2,100 people on both sides. Americans are among those kidnapped. Later that morning, Israel fought back with rockets and airstrikes inside Gaza, and the declaration of war.
You can spend the night in this totally haunted Airbnb in the Midwest
Inspiration House in Oberlin, Ohio is promoted as a relaxing, creative retreat… if you’re inspired by the paranormal, that is. The four-bedroom, six Airbnb features comfortable rooms, a luxurious library, a beautiful clawfoot tub, a stocked kitchen and the spirits of a few former residents who died in the house. It's one of the most haunted Airbnbs in the U.S.
This might be the most epic ski season yet—here’s why
Skiers and snowboarders around the country are eagerly anticipating the start of ski season and hoping for plenty of snow. The Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts a snowy winter ahead, but accurately predicting weather conditions far in advance can be difficult, weather forecasters can say one thing for sure: an El Niño weather pattern is expected to strengthen through ski season.
These are the cheapest days to travel for the holidays
It’s time to start planning for holiday travel, and we all want to save on airfare. Expedia alerted us to the best days of the week to book travel to save the most, but what about the cheapest day to actually travel? If you’re looking to get the best deals on flights for Thanksgiving and Christmas, CheapAir.com has the answer.
Annular solar eclipse 2023: how and when to watch rare ‘ring of fire’ eclipse in the U.S. this weekend
Heads up: a rare solar eclipse is happening this Saturday, and some lucky Americans will be able to see the full splendor of what’s known as the “ring of fire effect.” Here’s what you need to know about the eclipse to catch it now, because you won’t get the chance to see another until 2046.
Two eclipses will be visible in the U.S. this month: here’s where will have the best views
Earth is experiencing two major eclipses in October, but not everyone in the U.S. will have a good view of the action. The first celestial occurrence takes place on October 14, when an annular solar eclipse will be visible from eight states in the southwestern U.S. This type of solar eclipse is also called a "ring of fire," when the moon moves slightly away from Earth and creates a thin, glowing circle around the sun. The best place to see the "ring of fire" is Texas but seven other states will have a good view, including Nevada, Arizona and New Mexico. Sightings will begin in Oregon at approximately 9:20am PDT and continue until about noon CDT in southeastern Texas.
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