Best of America
15 U.S. Islands to Visit Without a Passport
Itching for a tropical vacation, but don't want to deal with getting a passport, the currency exchange, and any language barriers? Lucky for you, there are plenty of islands that are part of the United States—so no passport (or hassle) required!
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The All-American Bucket List: 50 Iconic Adventures for Each of the 50 States
If "visit all 50 states" is already on your list, here's what to do, see, and... -
The Real Reason We Vote on a Tuesday in November
It's a 174-year-old tradition that starts with drunks and farmers. But is it worth keeping? -
The 40 Most Scenic Drives in America
From the lonely roads to coastal drives, gas up the car and check out 40 of... -
15 Ordinary People Who Changed History
People who change the world aren't always who you expect. They're housewives, sisters, and ordinary... -
The Spookiest Abandoned Place in Every State
Do you dare visit these creepy locations? (It's OK if the answer is no—some... -
15 NYC Hidden Gems Most New Yorkers Don’t Know About
From (reputedly) haunted former hospitals to glorious green spaces, these are the best-kept secrets in... -
Can You Recognize These Baby Photos of American Presidents?
Ask not what these presidential baby photos can do for you. Ask what you can... -
The 12 Most Overlooked Landmarks in America
From Mt. Rushmore to the Statue of Liberty, the United States is chocked full of...
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Can You Pass the United States Citizenship Test?
The official U.S. Citizenship test features ten civics questions from a list of 100 potential... -
The Difference Between the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution
It's a common mistake to confuse the Declaration of Independence with the Constitution when thinking... -
The Oldest Historic Town in Every State
Consider this a history buff's travel bucket list. Explore the rich heritage and culture of... -
25 Famous People You Didn’t Know Got American Citizenship
In 2018, some 757,000 people became United States citizens. You might be surprised to learn of some... -
14 Fall Events to Add to Your Bucket List
Bring on the pumpkins, harvests, and Halloween! Here are the biggest celebrations, spookiest locations, tastiest... -
The Tallest Building in Every State
From modern skyscrapers to historic state capitols, these are the tallest buildings in each of... -
The Most Historic Firsts from Every U.S. State
Which state was the first to declare Christmas a legal holiday? And where was the... -
The Best Place to Go Apple Picking in Every State
Consider this your (apple) bucket list. From family-fun farms to orchards growing the juiciest heirloom...
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75 of the Craziest Facts About McDonald’s
With billions of people served, McDonald's has played a fascinating role in shaping international culture... -
America’s Most Scenic Small-Ship and River Cruises
Looking for a cruise a bit closer to home? These American river cruises offer opportunities... -
50 Things You Didn’t Know About Woodstock on Its 50th Anniversary
Fifty years ago in upstate New York, a counterculture was born. Here's everything you never... -
American Flag Etiquette: 10 Mistakes You Didn’t Realize You Were Making
We’ve checked with some patriotic organizations about how best to display Old Glory based...