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Japan was a popular pick.

See where Americans’ wanderlust took them this year.

September is prime apple picking season.

The autumnal equinox is September 22, 2025. Here's how people will celebrate the start of fall around the world.

Lake of the Clouds in Michigan's Upper Peninsula is a world-class destination for fall foliage.

Make your travel plans now to catch nature’s most colorful season in South Korea, Germany, Canada, and other global destinations.

Wondering when the autumn leaves will put on their yearly show? This interactive foliage map helps you follow peak colors from September through November.

From Yosemite National Park’s Glacier Point, hikers can witness Half Dome bathed in alpenglow.

There’s something sublime about seeing the sun slip behind the horizon: The colors change, the temp cools, and the world seems to pause in a place of perfection. Here are 10 of the top trails for seeing the show.

Honking in a tunnel is a common practice in certain parts of the country.

If you’re not originally from Tennessee, tunnel honking can be a mystery. Here's why drivers do it.

This certainly looks like an opening to hell.

Has someone told you to “go to hell?” If so, let us direct you to these potential portals to the underworld.

Maybe one of these places will make your bucket list.

See if your favorite outdoor destination made the list.

The TSA means business.

That cordless curling iron or Magic 8 Ball could delay your vacation travel plans.

Delayed flights aren‘t fun.

Find out if your go-to hub tops the list for flight delays.

He’s definitely going too fast.

There’s a good reason your parents probably freaked out when they found out you took a little joy ride on someone’s Harley.

A few of the incredible prehistoric stone alignments at Carnac in France.

From the mysterious human-made structures at Bolivia’s Tiwanaku Archaeological Site to the prehistoric megaliths at Carnac in France, these rock formations inspire awe and curiosity.

Lunch with a view.

Looking for the perfect picnic spot? Reviewers say these state parks are top-tier.

Multnomah Falls in autumn.

From a Yosemite icon to a Grand Canyon hidden gem, there are epic waterfall hikes to be found across the country.

Do not pack!

Wearing your favorite old pair of camouflage shorts on a Caribbean cruise could put a real damper on your vacation.

Don’t worry, this plane won’t actually hit any of the beachgoers.

Terrified of flying? You may want to avoid these airports.

Waterfall and bridge at Watkins Glen State Park, New York.

These stunning U.S. state parks garnered the most attention—and map searches.

There better not be a dog or cat in that raft.

National park rules go beyond the general Leave No Trace guidelines. These surprising regulations cover everything from wildlife to waste.

Pretty on the outside, spooky on the inside.

The infamous home from the 1982 horror film ‘Poltergeist’ is available for your next spooky getaway.

Miami Beach from above.

Take care when you visit these beaches—factors like surf conditions, shark attacks, and weather can make them treacherous.

This view of the Sydney Harbour Bridge is from the Royal Botanic Garden in Sydney, Australia.

Time Out surveyed 18,500 people around the world to find the greenest cities—here’s who topped the list.

And it probably isn’t what you’re expecting.

Hiking can be perilous in these states.

If you want a hike that will test your limits, maybe you should visit (or relocate to) one of these states.

People often referred to the Eiffel Tower as a tourist trap in their online reviews.

People really regretted spending their time and money at these attractions.