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Lake Chaubunagungamaug might twist your tongue, but planning an awesome road trip around it is much easier. Located in Webster, Massachusetts, this 1,442-acre lake packs waterfront dining, swimming, local history, live entertainment, and boat rides into one seriously fun day. Along the way, you’ll uncover surprising connections to America’s industrial past, enjoy meals by the … Read more
Wild beaches, towering lighthouses, legendary shipwrecks, and fresh seafood make Hatteras Island one seriously fun place to spend a weekend. Over two days, you can climb into centuries of maritime history, watch surfers tackle Atlantic waves, spot dolphins and migrating birds, and catch a sunset over the water. The best part is that many of … Read more
Imagine having dinner at Virginia’s oldest restaurant, which has been welcoming hungry guests for nearly 300 years, even before the United States existed. Over the centuries, it has welcomed travelers, witnessed major moments in American history, survived wars, and served some seriously famous guests. That long history is still part of the experience today, with … Read more
Ready to trade southern highways for snow-capped mountains, turquoise lakes, steaming hot springs, and some seriously wild roads? You’ll find all of that on this Tennessee to Alaska road trip, a massive adventure stretching thousands of miles across the United States and Canada. Along the way, you can drive legendary highways, hike beneath towering peaks, … Read more
Ready to trade busy city streets for winding mountain roads, crashing waterfalls, and some of the best views in North Carolina? This Charlotte to Great Smoky Mountains road trip packs plenty into one drive, with historic downtowns, challenging hikes, and scenic overlooks along the way. Instead of racing straight to the Smokies, you’ll slow down … Read more
Driving from North Carolina to Alaska is the kind of road trip that turns an ordinary set of car keys into a ticket for one seriously unforgettable adventure. You’ll cover thousands of miles, cross an international border, follow famous highways, and watch busy city streets slowly give way to towering mountains. Along the way, you … Read more
North Carolina is packed with seriously good fishing, but some lakes deserve a spot at the very top of your list. Across these eight picks, you can chase trophy-sized catfish, cast for hard-fighting bass, or spend the morning searching deep water for striped bass and walleye. Along the way, you’ll find huge reservoirs with hundreds … Read more
The Blue Ridge Mountains know how to put on a show, and these seven hikes reveal some of their most spectacular scenery. Think grassy summits, rocky ledges overlooking deep river gorges, thundering waterfalls, and wide-open viewpoints where mountain ridges seem to roll on forever. Some trails are perfect for a quick morning adventure, while others … Read more
Across North Carolina, abandoned communities filled with empty houses, crumbling foundations, and silent streets are slowly being reclaimed by nature. Some disappeared after devastating floods, while others faded when mills closed, transportation routes changed, or entire communities packed up and moved away. A few are easy to explore, but others require long hikes, boat rides, … Read more
North Carolina has some seriously surprising buildings hiding beyond its famous beaches, mountain trails, and busy cities. We’re talking towering castles, enormous country estates, grand historic homes, secret gardens, and rooms packed with stories stretching back hundreds of years. Some were built by wealthy business families, while others served as governors’ homes, survived fires, or … Read more