Find the best family summer getaways near Chicago with beaches, hikes, small towns and fun within 3 hours of the city.

Lunatrain is developing a new passenger train network in the U.S. and Canada. If you’ve ever returned from a trip to Europe ...

Nothing says “vacation” like mini golf — when else do we play? The Cape is a putter’s paradise, with courses ranging from ...

The Kiamichi Mountains feel more Appalachian than Midwestern—steep ridges, rushing creeks, and hourly cicada buzz. Five‑acre ...

This gigantic but overlooked national park in Canada has plenty of natural beauty, hiking trails, fjords, mountains and more.

The Green Mountain State shines in just about every season, but Vermont in the fall is special. Autumn is when people travel ...

These slow travel escapes will help you rediscover the simple joy of doing absolutely nothing but breathing in and soaking up ...

Spring in Texas brings wildflowers, perfect temperatures, and unfortunately, tourist hordes descending on the usual hotspots.

Beyond the big-city bustle lie these nine gems where Texan charm reaches its peak form, like a perfectly cooked brisket ...

A protracted legal feud over fire services between Orono and Long Lake appears to be coming to an end, thanks to a newly announced agreement between city leaders. Stock image of a firefighter ...

A two-year dispute over firefighting between Orono and Long Lake appears to have been resolved. This comes after lawsuits, millions of taxpayer dollars spent and a grassroots election campaign.

These lakefront resorts prove that the best summer plans still involve a dock and a drink. From gliding across the lake in a ...