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4 US Road Trips to Take Before You Die

Road trips are a favorite summer pastime and there are endless drives to take in the US. But there are a few that are truly iconic, passing stunning scenes and charming towns. Here are the 4 you just can't miss.

Posted by Jimmy Im on July 31, 2013 at 1:56:22 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Road Trips, Car Travel, California, Arizona, Virginia, Hawaii
Wine Enthusiast Magazine Names 100 Best Wine Restaurants

Wine Enthusiast went coast to coast in search of America's superlative wine-and-dine hot spots and came back with 100 sommelier-approved restaurants in hand.

Posted by Maggie Gorman on July 16, 2013 at 11:37:40 AM EDT in News, Wine & Cocktails, Restaurants Tagged: Wine, Restaurants, New York City, Chicago, Las Vegas, Charleston
5 Awesome, But Forgotten, US Landmarks

You might think that most historically significant events are well-marked at landmarks we're all familiar with. But, as author Andrew Carroll discovered, some major events in our country's history happened at places that have long been forgotten.

Posted by Andrew Carroll on June 14, 2013 at 1:53:11 PM EDT in Arts & Culture, Trip Ideas Tagged: Sights, California, New Jersey, Chicago, New Orleans, Pennsylvania
Traveling North America: Weekly Roundup

We're feeling a good amount of home-continent pride at the moment. So we dedicated this weekly roundup to North America—think great eats, road trips, beaches, adventure, and bourbon.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on June 01, 2013 at 12:34:23 PM EDT in New at Fodor's Tagged: Fodor's
Fodor's Launches the Great American Trip Finder

Need some inspiration to get those summer travel plans going? You're in luck—we launched our new Great American Trip Finder! Tell us your wants, needs, and budget, and we'll find your perfect getaway.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on April 24, 2013 at 11:32:32 AM EDT in New at Fodor's Tagged: Fodor's
National Parks Free Over Veterans Day Weekend

Want to get away before bulky sweater season starts? We've got just the thing—National Parks will all be free on Veterans' Day weekend. See you in the great outdoors!

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on October 30, 2012 at 4:37:49 PM EDT in News, Outdoors Tagged: National Parks,
America's Best Roadside Attractions

No matter which way the road takes you, this country is filled with quirky, historic, and hilarious roadside stops. From circus museums to a giant T-Rex watching you golf, here are some of our favorites.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on July 16, 2012 at 3:04:27 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Family, Trip Ideas Tagged: Car Travel, Road Trips, California, Arizona, Wisconsin, Museums, Tennessee, Illinois
Best Beer Gardens in the US

Beer gardens have been popping up across the country lately, but some are better than others. These choice gardens have quality food, tons of beers on tap, and long wooden benches to spare.

Posted by Megan Eileen McDonough on June 28, 2012 at 12:54:00 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Wine & Cocktails Tagged: Bars, Bars Pubs, Beer
Bookings and Rates Up for US Hotels this Year

Reports show that the US hotel industry is on the upswing, filling more rooms than ever and, as such, raising prices. With higher prices come new amenities, but does that make the pill easier to swallow?

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on June 21, 2012 at 10:18:19 AM EDT in News, Hotels Tagged: News, Hotels
11 Most Endangered Historic Places in US

Teddy Roosevelt's Elkhorn Ranch, Joe Frazier's Philadelphia gym, Princeton Battlefield, and a nearly 200-year-old village made the list, which means they're in danger of being abandoned.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on June 07, 2012 at 5:12:01 PM EDT in News Tagged: News, Sights,