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At Reader’s Digest, we know you have so many places to go and even more people to see. No matter where you’re heading, we’ve got all you need to know, bring, and plan for before you leave on your next worldwind vacation.

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The 13 Most Dangerous Beaches in the World

If your plans for your beach vacation include reading, relaxing, and surviving, cross these destinations off your list.


16 of the Most Luxurious Presidential Suites Around the World

You don't need to be the leader of the free world to vacation like one. Feel like the commander-in-chief of...


The Most Scenic Train Rides Across America

From a three-hour wine train across Napa to a week-long coast-to-coast adventure to remember, here's how to answer the siren...


21 Nicest Small Towns in America Everyone Should Visit Before They’re 50

Consider this an ode to knowing your neighbors, having the baristas at the coffee shop know your order by heart,...


13 Must-See Sights You Can Only See on Route 66

As one of the first U.S. highways ever made, Route 66 carries with it a sense of nostalgia, opportunity, and...


The Most Gorgeous Waterfall in Every State

Can a bucket list have 50 entries? Your's may soon have a few more after you check out these top...


The 13 Coolest Indoor Water Parks for Year-Round Fun

You’ll never need to worry about the weather at one of these indoor water parks—and you’ll have more fun than...


This Is What the Chernobyl Disaster Site Looks Like Now

Photographer Philip Grossman has documented the abandoned landscape of Chernobyl's "exclusion zone" for over a decade. Here's what he found.

50 Best Places to Live in the United States

Home is where the heart—and the affordable houses and the best jobs—are. From the cities with the most stunning scenery...


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15 Odd Travel Accessories That Are More Useful Than You Thought

Maybe you've heard about noise-canceling earphones and snuggies, but what about air-conditioned shirts and motorized suitcases?


Think Twice Before You Take These Photos in a National Park

Nature is no joke. Sometimes it better to focus on the moment in real life, rather than stopping to take...


The 15 Best Beaches to Visit

Looking for crystal blue water, sugar white sand, swaying palm trees? You've come to the right place! According to TripAdvisor,...


10 Little Travel Mistakes That Make Your Vacation Unnecessarily Stressful

The best ways to regain control of your trip, so that it can be what was intended: a mental break.


12 Most-Visited Beaches in the World

Ready for paradise? Plan a visit to one of these destinations—there's a reason they're the most popular beaches on the...


The 20 Most Haunted Places in America to Visit … If You Dare

Are you a believer? You just might be after you read about these creepy encounters at the most haunted...


15 Best Summer Weekend Getaways You’ll Want to Book This Second

Why hello, Summer Fridays! Here's how to make the most of all 15 of your summer weekends.


The Best Free Tourist Attraction in Every State

Pull out a map and start planning to find out why America is the "Land of the Free" and the...

15 Beaches with the Best Seashells in the World

Feast your eyes on these stunning destinations that are brimming with whelks, cockles, Scotch bonnets, and conchs.


The Most Popular Tourist Attraction in Every State

Whether you feel like taking a road trip, or you just need some fun facts to add to your dinner...


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Cleanest (and Dirtiest) Cruise Ships, According to the CDC

Norovirus is the cruise-vacation souvenir no one wants to bring home—so check out this list of the safest (and not-so-safe)...


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18 Secrets Disney Cruise Line Employees Won’t Tell You

Keeping the Disney magic going while at sea takes more than a few tricks. These are Disney Cruise Line's best-kept...


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13 Surprising Things Your Airline Knows About You

From birthdays to beverage preferences to how your last vacation went, flight attendants reveal what they know about you—before you...


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11 Best Vacations for Star Wars Super-Fans

You don't have to travel to a galaxy far, far away to experience the beloved sci-fi movies.

13 Tourist Traps Around the World That Are Actually Worth Visiting

While some "must-sees" are over-hyped, the iconic sights ahead are worth braving the crowds (at least once), we promise.


This Is the Country Everyone Wants to Travel to This Year

Delicious food, great wine, and beautiful historic sites? Count us in.


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14 of the World’s Most Haunted Bodies of Water

All bodies of water have a primal lure, their beauty matched only by their haunting mystery. But these bodies of...


The Best Presidential Libraries Every History Buff Should Visit

Want an immersive experience steeped in U.S. history? State-of-the-art presidential libraries help American history come alive.


The 10 Best Foodie Cities in the World

The local cuisine is a major draw for travelers—you can tell by the fact that food-focused tours are on the...


The 15 Best Places to Camp in National Parks

This summer, check out the most spectacular spots to sleep under the stars in America's most beautiful outdoor spaces