Destinations

The Yaqui

During the early 20th century, much of the Yaqui tribe had been captured and sold to plantations. But slavery wasn’t the only goal. Yaqui women were forced to marry Chinese men—and the reason is utterly disturbing.
January 22, 2025 Allison Robertson

You’re Saying It Wrong: Commonly Mispronounced American Cities

We don't want to make anyone feel bad, but we have to tell you that there are at least a few city names that you've been pronouncing wrong all these years. Check out our list to see which ones you've been mispronouncing and which ones you've been right on the money with. Starting with...
January 21, 2025 Jesse Singer

The Happiest And Saddest States In America—According To Data

What makes people happy? Of course its not the same for everybody, but there are some general factors that one can look at that tend to contribute to the overall happiness levels of people. Or at least that's what the folks over at WalletHub think—and to prove it they've gone and ranked the 50 states in order of happiness.
January 20, 2025 Jesse Singer

Ranking The Top 100 Cities In America From Worst To Best—According To Data

It's a hard question to answer. But it's one that the Resonance group has been answering for years—using lots and lots of data across 3 overarching categories: Livability, Lovability, and Prosperity. Needless to say they use hundreds of data points—And with all that at hand they have ranked the best cities in America for 2024. And they are...
January 17, 2025 Jesse Singer

Ranking The States From Worst To Best—According To Data

In 2024 US News and World Reports looked at all kinds of data: from health care and education, to the economy, infrastructure and public safety. They also took into account the state's natural environment, fiscal stability of the government, as well as the opportunity it affords its residents. Putting all those data points together, this is the ranking of all 50 states...
December 30, 2024 Jesse Singer

The World's Most Famous Mausoleums

Mausoleums are large, free-standing burial sites that entomb one or more people. Most mausoleums are associated with royalty and/or heads of state. The word originated in the 4th century B.C., when Persian Governor "Mausolus" had a grand tomb built for himself. Let's examine some of the world's most famous mausoleums.
December 18, 2024 Jack Hawkins

Amazing Airport Features You Have To See To Believe

When most people think of airports these days they probably think of long lines, security checks and overpriced food. But why not think of these amazing amenities and features that will make you wish you had an even longer layover.
December 16, 2024 Jesse Singer

The Most Amazing Hotel Amenities You Need To See

There are some amazingly cool amenities that some hotels offer that really stand out from the crowd. Sure, some are only offered at the most luxurious of hotels, and will cost you a small fortune—but others are more accessible to everyone. Which ones will have you planning your next trip right away? Let us know...
December 6, 2024 Jesse Singer

Tallest Buildings In America

432 Park Tower is one of the tallest buildings in America—but there’s a deadly downside to living in this billion-dollar behemoth.
December 5, 2024 Julian Karas

Weird And Wonderful Christmas Traditions Around The World

Do you put up a tree in your house every Christmas, decorate it with lights and ornaments—and then leave out milk and cookies for Santa Clause? Sound pretty normal right? Well, what is "normal" to some might sound "weird" to others. Check out these Xmas traditions and decide for yourself.
December 2, 2024 Jesse Singer

Have You Eaten At One Of The 50 Best Pizza Restaurants In America?

You know what they say—There's no such thing as bad pizza—because even the worst pizza is still good. We aren't sure we completely agree with that statement. But one thing we do know, is that if you visit any of the 50 pizzerias on this list, you will be having some of the best pizza you've ever had in your life.
November 18, 2024 Jesse Singer