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Things to think about when it comes to the sauce—crawfish dipping sauce.

Here are seven landmarks crossing the compass that are less than a two-hour drive from the heart of Portland. Let’s go!

Known as Louisiana’s Northshore, the parish has long been popular with New Orleanians seeking outdoor fun and green spaces, but in the past few years it has become a culinary destination, as well.

It goes back more than a half-century, when Mobile, Alabama made the Moon Pie became the official item through during Mardi Gras style parades, to help prevent potential injuries.

Louisville comes in right behind Los Angeles for our percentage of gay residents. Yes, you read that correctly. Louisville has the 11th highest percentage of residents that identify as gay.

Ridgeland is said to have more restaurants per capita than any other town in the state of Mississippi.

Martin County, an enticing collection of small towns located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, offers visitors sidewalk art shows, colorful murals, artist cottages, and classes.

Here, summer camps allow mom and dad a free morning while kids learn about the environment, learn a new skill and just have plain ol’ fun.

Cleveland, OH ended up being one of the best trips we had ever taken together.

This year I thought it would be fun to extend our trip by a day or two and venture beyond the park gates to check out some of the more educational sites nearby.

Taking travel goals to Martin County, FL: 1) Find a new place to eat and 2) Find a new place to shop.

My husband and I decided it was time for a change of scenery, so we planned a vacation to the Smoky Mountains in Sevierville, Tennessee, with the kids.

Whether you’re just passing through or making the city your ultimate destination, here are five of our favorite family fun Atlanta attractions.

The phone in your pocket can produce and broadcast aesthetically pleasing and FOMO-inducing trips for your followers. But how can you capture the essence of these picturesque moments without breaking the bank trying to roll with the professionals?

The unexpected is everywhere you turn at West Main. The variety of artists and styles is dizzying, but the camaraderie among those artists is the real treat here.

What we found was a city teeming with fun bars, outdoor markets, and up-and-coming restaurants serving perfectly in-season local produce —a true foodie paradise.

Many travelers long to take the Pacific Coast Highway trip, but it certainly isn’t for the faint of heart.

It’s time to ditch the bulky DSLR weighing you down on vacation and switch to the camera in your back pocket. That’s right, your smartphone.

My children would have so much fun learning in L.A. they wouldn’t know they were doing it—which is the very best way to learn.

Martin County has more than 22 miles of beaches, where you can enjoy everything from surfing and fishing to historic diving sites.

We'd booked two nights in Tupelo, Mississippi, the birthplace of none other than the King of Rock ‘n' Roll, Elvis Presley.

Check out these coast-to-coast family attractions to make your summer extra special.

Whether by foot, boat, plane, bike, or horse-drawn carriage; whether for restaurant samples, wildlife sightings, outdoor atmosphere, or history and culture, learn about the many tours available in this regal city to guide your next Victoria B.C. vacation.

In Rock Hill, SC, we found a great variety of activities within a short driving distance; Kings Mountain State Park was our first stop.

The Golden Isles is an area known for its natural and picturesque beauty. This includes the area's maritime forests, sandy beaches, and untouched marshlands, as well as its array of native wildlife.

We packed our flip-flops and made the four-hour drive from Charlotte to the stretch of sand, sun, and natural beauty known as the Hammock Coast

"Be sure to pack athletic clothes and something you don’t mind getting camel slobber on.”

My husband, Brian, and I like supplementing our kids’ classroom time with learning vacations. We discovered a new favorite destination for “studying” after visiting Sevierville, TN.

Shocked to discover the kids didn’t know who Elvis Presley was, the trip suddenly became a necessity. We were off to Tupelo.

Our friend’s wedding was in Bardstown, Kentucky—gateway to the famed Kentucky Bourbon Trail.

Art, history, nature, food, science, beer—it’s hard to plan a trip when there are so many great options. Take this quiz to build a custom itinerary and find inspiration for your next visit to Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.

That intertwining of yesterday and tomorrow is typical of Hampton, where the past, present and future merge to form a fascinating military, academic, and tourism center.

America’s Comeback City, Detroit, Michigan, boasts an impressive array of free and affordable attractions. You'll find several on Belle Isle.

If you’re headed to the Northeastern part of the US but tired of the everyone’s-been-there-done-that tourist traps, don’t worry—this part of the country has its fair share of weird and wonderful places that are off the beaten path.