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Lonely Planet reveals its top travel destinations in the U.S. for 2024
The travel company Lonely Planet turns 50 this year, and in honor of that, they’ve released their list of 50 destinations. Check out their Best in Travel 2024 list to get the jump on unexpected, gorgeous places to visit on the globe. But for our purposes, we’ll look at where the USA appears on their lists, because when the state department tells you to stay home, you get reinvigorated about domestic travel!
These are the U.S. cities where people call to complain the most
Gosh, it’s no fun to hear people complain. If you can’t fix something, work on getting more liquids into that half-full glass! But people do tend to get sour-mouthed about where they live, and a new study by MoverDB, a website that shares information about international moving companies, gives us the dirt on which places people are most likely to dial 311, the non-emergency number for city services.
This ghost tour in America’s most haunted city is not for the faint of heart
New Orleans has the reputation of being one of America’s most haunted cities with its mausoleum-filled cemeteries, vampire interviews, and the eerie Vieux Carré (“old square,” or the French Quarter, although a quarter is half of a square haha). So, what better place to take a nighttime ghost walking tour? Through these streets with historic homes with shutter doors, florid wrought iron balconies, glowing lamps, and a palpable sense of history, you can walk with a guide who’ll show you the most energy-charged sites.
New spooky bar alert: a Haunted Mansion-inspired spot is opening at sea
Fans of Haunted Mansion have yet another way to experience the beloved Disney attraction. Disney revealed that its newest ship, Disney Treasure, which sets sail in December 2024, will include a bar inspired by the popular ride. Haunted Mansion Parlor will bring a bit of haunted havoc to the high...
This airport will allow non-travelers into the terminals
Back in the olden days, you could bid adieu to loved ones right at the gate before a flight, or surprise them as they deboarded the plane. 9/11 changed all that, but a few airports have launched special programs that bring back the option. Starting November 1, 2023, Philadelphia International...
This airline will let you keep the seat next to you free
Other than a complimentary upgrade (and of course a seamless, delay-free, hassle-free flight… we’re not holding our breath), the best thing that can happen on a flight is when the seat next to you remains empty. You can stretch out without worrying about bumping into your neighbor. Qantas Airlines knows the feeling, and is testing out a new neighbor-free seating concept that will let you pay to keep the seat next to you open for a lot less than buying a second seat.
This is the most rat-infested city in the U.S.—and it's not NYC
Surely you’ve heard of Pizza Rat, the infamous rodent seen dragging a slice of pizza in an NYC subway station. NYC is known for its rats and rat culture, but surprisingly, it’s not the rattiest city in the U.S. How do we know this? The pest control experts at Orkin have released their annual ranking of Rattiest Cities. Stop reading now if you want to remain blissfully unaware of the “winners.”
Amtrak is changing the way passengers book train fares
Traveling by train is about to become easier hopefully, and more affordable, thanks to a new fare plan by Amtrak. A new, simplified fare structure aims to make purchasing Amtrak tickets more flexible and affordable. Fares are now in two categories: Flex (refundable if canceled and changeable fee-free before departure) and Value (non-changeable and only 75 percent refundable if canceled).
Get two free days at Universal Orlando this winter—here's how
Theme parks can get expensive, but a trip to Universal Orlando can lead to extra savings if you plan accordingly. A new promotion at Universal offers a bonus two days free with the purchase of a 2-park, 3-day ticket for Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure. Ticket prices may vary by day, but the package starts at $275.99 for adults 10 and over and at $265.99 for kids ages 3-9. If you enjoy all five days, that's about $55 per day for the pass, which is a good deal.
These are the most festive states to celebrate Halloween
Is your home state the spookiest? A new analysis from Consumer Reports ranks the best states to celebrate Halloween, and the results may surprise you. The so-called "Terror Tally" looks at a variety of Halloween-related factors including the states with the most haunted attractions per capita, most online searches for Halloween movies, most online searches for Halloween costumes, most pumpkin patches per capita and number of Spirit Halloween stores per capita.
How to get free fries at McDonald's every Friday
Fridays are looking a little bit better. Thanks to free fries from McDonald's through the end of the year. As a promotion ostensibly designed to reward Americans just for getting through the week in 2023, a new offer from McDonald's awards all customers free fries every Friday, with just a $1 purchase. That is, you can get a beverage and a complimentary medium fries on Fridays, all for just $1 (plus sales tax, where applicable.).
You can fly to Paris for as little as $309 round trip right now
Paris sounds lovely right about now, oui? Whether you’re looking for an Autumn getaway, a chance to spend the holidays abroad or thinking of a romantic Valentine’s Day rendezvous, France is a top destination to celebrate. While flights to Europe have soared recently, TravelPirates the online source for deals on vacations, flights and hotels—has found round-trip flights from cities around the country to the City of Love for as low as $309.
The top hidden gems for tourists in the U.S.
When visiting a city for the first time, of course you’re going to see the major must-see (and often crowded) attractions, but if you need an alternative to the throngs of tourists—or if you’re one of the many travelers revisiting a city for a deeper exploration—HawaiianIslands.com analyzed little-reviewed but highly-rated spots around the country to reveal the ultimate hidden gems to visit in each state and major city in the U.S.
Universal to unleash a year-round horror experience in Vegas
Can’t get enough of haunted happenings during Halloween? Hot on the heels of their latest Halloween Horror Nights offerings, Universal has announced its first permanent horror experience is coming to Las Vegas. Universal Horror Unleashed will offer immersive, bone-chilling action for horror enthusiasts all year. Though details are scarce—the...
This is America’s spookiest city—here’s why
New Orleans is known for good times, fabulous food, a top notch cocktail scene and an intriguing history. But lurking alongside those bon temps are chilling tales of hauntings, ghosts and other paranormal activity. Based on Google Trends data reflecting searches for haunted cities, New Orleans comes out on top as the spookiest city in the U.S.
These are the weirdest things people order and request on Uber Eats
The doorbell rings and it could be almost anything: a trick-or-treater, a landshark, or, hopefully, someone bringing you treats. Our friends at Uber Eats have come out with this year’s Cravings Report, letting us know what oddball things you and your neighbors are ordering from the food delivery service. It’s the fifth annual report, and last year’s showed us that people love pairing fruit roll-ups and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos. Let’s dive in and see if this year’s cravings are equally zany.
This airline is introducing a new boarding method—but will it really get people on the plane faster?
Hey, United Airlines will be revamping its boarding process, and it just might make life better, as reported by WKRN. We all dread the moment the flight starts to board, with people blocking the entry eager to be the first when their zone is called—it’s like being cattle shunted into your pen. You wonder, why are people in a rush to get on if we have assigned seating (unlike on Southwest Airlines, where it really is first come, first served with a window seat)? When you finally get on the plane, you see why: people fill the overhead compartments above your seat. Now you need to hopefully stow your bag in a compartment closer to the front—otherwise, when you land, you’ll be salmon fighting the current upstream to retrieve your bag. And, of course, there’s lots of shifting around if someone beat you to the seat and is in the middle or aisle seat and has to get up to let you in. It’s all just a nightmare.
The best Halloween foods at Trader Joe's this spooky season
It may seem strange to think of a grocery store as a holiday landmark, but going to Trader Joe’s is part of Halloween prep for us. After we load up on the autumn offerings when the weather turns chilly, we head back in the middle of October to snag all the fun ghost and goblin foods to offset the candy. After all, the flavors of Halloween aren't just chocolate! Here’s our curated list of what we love.
Turn your PTO into 52 days off next year using this genius travel hack
The idea of having 52 days off from work next year sounds amazing, doesn’t it? Well, according to TikTok personality John Liang, you can swing it by some creative requesting of your 15 vacation days, as reported by Travel + Leisure. Liang’s 1.5-minute video on his site johnsfinancetips is...
It's official: World’s 50 Best Bars announces the best in the U.S. for 2023
The best bars in the world have been revealed in a ceremony held in Singapore. Sponsored by Perrier, The World’s 50 Best Bars celebrates excellence in the drinks industry each year, recognizing the most stunning, creative bars and bartenders on the planet. The list includes bars from Europe, Asia,...
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