Erin Gifford

Scenic train rides are crowd-pleasers, at least according to Pinterest, which predicted that train travel would be all the rage in 2023.

Emerald green waters, sugary white-sand beaches and warm, salty breezes draw sun-seeking travelers to Destin, Fla., on the Gulf Coast.

Wytheville offers small-town charm in the southwestern slice of Virginia, with West Virginia to the north and North Carolina to the south. This town of just 8,000 people, named for George Wythe, a signer of the Declaration of Independence and mentor to Thomas Jefferson, is rich in American history.

Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, has long been known for its authentic Amish experiences — buggy rides, one-room schoolhouses, and shoofly pie. It’s a family destination, but now even more so thanks to the addition of the Cartoon Network Hotel and the expansion of the Lancaster Science Factory.

Known for its Shenandoah Apple Blossom Festival and country music icon Patsy Cline, Winchester recently unveiled its latest attraction: a 12-stop Service Station Grub Trail.
Every flavorful stop is located in a gas station—both active and the repurposed kind. Think açai bowls, award-winning barbecue, and maple bacon cupcakes.

Whether you learned them in Scouts, from a mentor, or from us here at Backpacker, most backpackers spend years absorbing and practicing the principles of Leave No Trace (often called LNT).

Ready to buy a vacation home? Ask yourself whether you want to be on a lake, at the beach, in the mountains or close to a historic town square. Then, choose from one of these 20 small towns for the perfect getaway.

As the winter months come to a close, it’s time to gear up for a much-needed warm weather holiday. If you’ve got teens in tow, here’s where to go to make the most of your spring break.

Take a dip in these three toasty mineral springs.

If you've perused home decor ideas on Pinterest or Instagram lately, there's a 100% chance you've come across navy blue walls, cabinets, furniture, and more. That's because in 2019, we're embracing looks that are dark and moody, yet cozy and calming.

Whether you’re a hard-core aviation enthusiast (yes, #avgeeks is a thing) or just intrigued by the miracle of flight, there's a lot in store for in 2019.

A surprisingly world-class art scene awaits in the Midwest, and it’s not where you think. Chicago may have its Art Institute, but the place to be is 450 miles due west, in Omaha, Nebraska.

Live the island life—or at least dream of it during the cold front—at these tiki-inspired bars across the country.

There is a powerful connection between design and joy. Ingrid Fettel Lee, author of Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness, shares how to bring joy and positive energy into your home.

Come out of hibernation this winter for travel-worthy festivals that celebrate ice, snow, chills, and thrills in cities around the globe.