The inhabitants of the Sunshine State may not be as old or kooky as you think.

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Cultures around the world performed rituals on the winter solstice for the return of the sun. While some of these celebrations have been left in the past or absorbed into other winter festivities, others are still celebrated to this day.
Looking for a quick weekend trip but don’t want to spend too much? This is your list.
Start planning a trip to one of these locations before they become too touristy.
Check out some of the most stunning places in the country without breaking the bank.
’Tis the season to learn how to say “Merry Christmas” in many languages.
A study determines the best places to travel this winter, for both cold-weather and warm-weather lovers.
Time to get cozy and book a trip to one of these locations.
To prevent spilled dishes and spoiled perishables from ruining the meal, check out these tips for safely packing and transporting food to Thanksgiving dinner.
Taking a trip doesn’t have to break the bank. Check out these five budget-friendly locations in the United States.
Want to head out to some locations only history remembers? Here are seven abandoned islands that are safe to visit—and are mostly accessible.
Think you know everything about famous cities like London, New York, and Paris? Think again.
Traveling for the holiday? Time to plan your schedule to avoid bumper-to-bumper traffic.
These gorgeous mountain towns offer activities for winter, summer, and everything in between.
Your favorite pet goldfish won’t get flagged—and neither will your holiday leftovers.
A look at which states have some of the worst stressors on pet parents when traveling for Thanksgiving.
While southern regions of the country will enjoy warm weather this Thanksgiving, the forecast in other locations is looking chilly and rainy.
Take a trip through the grand estates and historic parks where the movie versions of Jane Austen’s novels were filmed.
Data pulled from visitor hours and reviews show the best national parks to visit this season.
Travelers beware: several of these abandoned settlements have unsettling—and outright dangerous—backstories.
Whether you want to encounter a ghost or get as far away from them as possible, it’s useful to know which states have the highest paranormal activity.