Destinations: Explore by Travel Types
Not every memorable travel experience is a city. Some destinations are battlefields, historic towns, national parks, theme parks, resorts, scenic drives, or landmarks that travelers visit as part of a larger trip.
The Destinations section helps answer a different question:
Is this place worth the detour?
Whether you’re considering a day trip from Boston to Lexington & Concord, adding Salem to a New England itinerary, or deciding if a national park deserves a full day of your vacation, these guides help travelers decide which experiences are worth adding to their trip.
History & Culture Destinations
Interested in traveling to sites where you can experience history and culture? The history and culture category highlights places where battles occurred, important documents were signed, and locals keep their heritage alive.
Seasonal Travel
Seasoned travelers might be looking for trips based on a purpose. Others may be looking to participate in specific experiences, such as Christmas in New York City and the cherry blossoms blooming in Washington, DC.
- Fall Foliage
- Christmas
- Fourth of July
- Spring Getaways
City Trips
Every city offers something special. We’ve grouped the Should I Travel To … cities into city trip types to make searching for specific characteristics easier.
- Walkable Cities
- Food Cities
- Weekend Getaways
- Museum Cities
Nature & Outdoors
Some series cater to nature and outdoors travelers. Here’s our list.
- National Parks
- Mountains
- Beach Destinations
- Scenic Road Trips
Family Travel Destinations
Sometimes families need more help planning their trips, which starts with picking the right destination. Some cities cater better to families than others, including Orlando.
- Family-Friendly Cities
- Theme Parks
- Educational Trips
Full Guides:
Have a city in mind? Visit Cities.
Looking to compare two cities? Visit Compare Cities.
For cities, browse the City Snapshots.
or for comparisons, browse the Compare Snapshots.
or for destinations, browse the Destination Snapshots.