Ohio just dropped new 2026 summer travel guides covering golf, ice cream, road trips, and 440 events. Here’s how to plan warm-weather trips close to home.
Destination Guides
Stargazing in Antelope, Oregon’s Dark Sky Town
Discover Antelope, Oregon, the state’s first International Dark Sky Community, where black cabins and red lights protect clear night skies for stargazers.
The Badlands Landmark Bringing Theodore Roosevelt’s Story Back to Life
A new presidential library rising from the North Dakota Badlands blends nature, history, and AI into a bold tribute to Teddy Roosevelt’s rugged legacy.
Trade the Beach Week for the Trip You’ll Talk About Forever
Some vacations recharge you. Others rearrange the way you see the planet. If you’ve hit your quota of poolside naps and photographed the same city skyline three trips in a row, the world has a … Trade the Beach Week for the Trip You’ll Talk About ForeverRead more
A Weekend in Columbus: Neighborhoods, Food, and City Break Highlights
Columbus has quietly become one of the Midwest’s most rewarding city breaks. Ohio’s capital packs walkable historic districts, a serious food scene, and respected museums into a trip you can comfortably knock out in a … A Weekend in Columbus: Neighborhoods, Food, and City Break HighlightsRead more
Why Runners Are Trading Beach Chairs for Mountain Trails
Forget poolside lounging and crowded city tours. A new wave of fitness-minded travelers is lacing up trail shoes and planning entire vacations around running through some of the planet’s most jaw-dropping landscapes. Welcome to the … Why Runners Are Trading Beach Chairs for Mountain TrailsRead more
America’s Most-Searched Summer Beach Trips for 2026
Sand, sunshine, and a boardwalk fries kind of weekend. That’s what U.S. travelers are dreaming about this summer, and the search data backs it up. Tripadvisor’s latest behavioral numbers show vacationers leaning hard into East … America’s Most-Searched Summer Beach Trips for 2026Read more
What’s Really Changing at U.S. National Parks in 2026
If a park trip is on your 2026 list, pack a little extra patience along with the bug spray. A wave of new fees, digital passes, and staffing shortages is reshaping how people move through … What’s Really Changing at U.S. National Parks in 2026Read more
Unexpected Places You Can Reach in a Weekend Drive
Most people think a real trip requires vacation days, a packed suitcase, and a carefully mapped itinerary. But some of the best travel stories come from a simple Saturday morning decision to just drive somewhere … Unexpected Places You Can Reach in a Weekend DriveRead more
Why Nearly 38 Million Travelers Will Set Sail This Year
The cruise industry is having a moment. With passenger numbers climbing to record heights and a wave of fresh vessels hitting the water, 2026 is shaping up to be the biggest year yet for ocean … Why Nearly 38 Million Travelers Will Set Sail This YearRead more