From haunted castles to eerie prisons, these chilling spots earned top ratings from travelers. Halloween might just be the most travel-worthy holiday of all. According to a new analysis by SpinBlitz.com, ghost tours, eerie overnights, and haunted attractions are booming. And some destinations now earn up to 20% of their local tourism revenue from spooky…
From family photos to pickleball, these are the things most of us smile through and secretly dread. Some things sound fun until you’re actually doing them. One viral thread asked people what activities they’re convinced most of us only pretend to like, and, honestly, the answers are hard to argue with. Here are a few…
A new study reveals which U.S. states lead in IQ, education, and literacy. When it comes to brainpower, some U.S. states are simply wired for learning. From well-funded schools to access to top universities, a new study shows where intelligence, education, and opportunity intersect — and where there’s room to grow. Researchers analyzed all 50…
From booking flights to finding hidden gems, Americans are turning to AI for travel help. Artificial intelligence has already crept into nearly every corner of our lives, so it’s no surprise it’s coming for travel planning too. But while plenty of people are happy to let ChatGPT or Google Gemini help find flights or restaurant…
A new study scores U.S. cities by paranormal activity – do you dare to visit? As Halloween approaches and ghost tours start filling up, some U.S. cities don’t need fog machines or fake cobwebs to set the scene — they’re already crawling with supernatural activity. A new study from CryptoCasinos analyzed 20 major U.S. cities…
Most trips to Europe orbit big cities and long lines. The Göta Canal offers something else entirely. It cuts across Sweden’s center, past lakes and quaint farms, with the occasional sheep traffic jam along the way. This is quiet travel that is built for motion without hurry. I joined a small group of journalists to…
A new study from research firm Leger reveals that summer 2025 was the season of staying home. The vast majority of Americans chose road trips and domestic getaways over international adventures, and Canadians weren’t far behind. While prices were the main reason people skipped bigger trips, politics still played an unexpected role, especially for those…
“The Life of a Showgirl” is poised to cement Swift’s legacy — from surpassing Jay-Z and Drake in the U.S. to tying The Beatles’ historic streak. Taylor Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl, is on pace to rewrite chart history around the world. According to data from VegasInsider.com, Swift’s latest release could make…