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dramatic Fire Wave sandstone formation with woman standing in distance at Valley of Fire State Park in Moapa Valley, Nevada Layers of sandstone create the dramatic Fire Wave at Valley of Fire State Park.

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Hikers take in the views from McHugh Creek Bridge near Alaska's Turnagain Arm.

These brief getaways from metro areas deliver big adventure, like hiking near Alaska’s Turnagain Arm.

A driver walks toward their car with the hood up with jumper cables.

Learn routine maintenance tasks and simple driver tricks (parking in the shade) that help preserve your battery.

A TSA employee feeds bags through an x-ray machine as travelers go through metal detectors in the airport.

Determine what’s best for you based on where you travel, how often you fly, and your personal needs.

a woman searing shorts and a backpack stands on top of a mountain looking out at the ocean in the sun

Discover the magic of Oz through star-filled skies, kaleidoscopic sea life, and fascinating Aboriginal culture.

A child plays in Kendrick Park’s cool creek in Sheridan, Wyoming.

This low-key cow town delivers mountain trails, rodeo thrills, and genuine Western charm.

Hikers take in the views from McHugh Creek Bridge near Alaska's Turnagain Arm.

Escape the crowds and enjoy a mini vacation at these spots.

two people walk across the street in a picturesque small town with trees and mountains visible against a blue sky

Don’t overlook these quaint vacation spots, which offer hiking, swimming, and charming main streets galore.

A man looks at a white sedan in a dealership showroom.

That shiny new ride begins to lose value the minute you drive it off the lot. Here’s what you can do about it.

A person replaces their car engine air filter.

We answer reader questions about when and how to replace or clean this critical component.

A teen puts on her setbelt before driving on a sunny day.

New drivers are especially at risk during the 100 Deadliest Days of summer.

A woman selects her preferred gas at a gas station.

A lot of the conventional wisdom about maximizing your car’s miles per gallon simply isn’t correct.

Camping truck on route 66 in the Mojave Desert in California.

The most American highway turns 100 this year. Here’s why that’s worth celebrating.

Horseshoe Lake Trail overlooking the mountain, Denali, Alaska.

From gargantuan cabbage to reindeer yoga, this road trip serves up Alaska’s wildest—and most unexpected—summer delights.

A field of blooming Desert Sand Verbena, Dune Evening Primrose, and Desert Sunflower wildflowers in California's Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.

Spring is prime time for a trip to relish colorful blooms from California to Wyoming.

A person in a white coat walks on the Bell Rock Pathway in Sedona, Arizona.

These easy trails shine when the mercury falls.

Father and daughter ride the Blaster on Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas cruise ship.

Follow these etiquette guidelines to maximize fun and minimize hassle.

A family walks together on a white sand tropical beach.

More travelers are opting to cover their next trip. Here’s what to consider.

A small, historic steam train on the rails at Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad in California.

Take a ride into the past with these railway attractions.

Floating Wild Haus nordic sauna on Lake Union, Washington, at dusk.

From the San Francisco Bay Area to the mountains of Alaska, these are the hottest saunas and coldest plunges.

Turquoise water beneath Havasu Falls in Arizona surrounded by red rock and greenery.

Where to marvel at cascades, from rewarding hikes to natural wonders just off the interstate.

a gravestone with flowers and bracelets and a historic plaque honoring Mary Ellen Pleasant, 'California's Mother of Civil Rights'

The fascinating businesswoman and activist left her mark in the Bay Area and beyond.

Shoppers walk between booths at the Clark Fork River Market in Missoula, Montana.

Where to buy farm-fresh produce and so much more.

a black plate with hash browns topped with eggs and a creamy sauce on a wooden table

Fuel up and dig in at these unique and surprising rest-stop restaurants.

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The Belton Chalet near Glacier National Park in Wyoming.

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Long-billed curlew and other birds on a beach

How one man tracked down 6,042 different birds in a single year.

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