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State Bucket List: Kansas
Home to prairies, farmland, and typical American small towns, the sunflower state also has a sprawling metropolis along its Eastern border that rivals any other large city in the Midwest, showing that Kansas offers surprises for any visitor willing to travel across this expansive state.
State Bucket List: Idaho
From lava fields to tumbling falls to snowy peaks, Idaho has amazing things to do and see. From sobering historical monuments to natural beauty and good old-fashioned country stores, there's a little bit of everything (and much more than simply potatoes).
5 Tips for Keeping Your Home Safe While on Vacation
Not every home can have a Kevin McCallister. Still, that doesn't mean you have to go unprotected. Here are a few basic tips you can follow to help keep home and hearth healthy while you're away on vacation.
6 Reasons to Travel Alone
Seeing more of the world is admirable, exciting, and usually something to be shared. But there are plenty of reasons to fly solo—literally. From self-empowerment to personal reflection, traveling on your own could be just the thing you need.
6 Cheap Christmas Ornaments Even Your Grandmother Will Find Tacky
Everyone has a Christmas decoration or two around the house, but between changing definitions of "cute" and companies doing a rush job as they scramble to join the market, things don't always work the way they should.
A Day Trip Through Scottsdale
Scottsdale, Arizona, may not get the attention that nearby Phoenix does, but it's a fun location with a thriving art scene and some interesting, esoteric things to do. Just like Phoenix, the city has sprawled to include a vibrant nightlife and solidified resort quarter.
Boutique Phoenix Hotels
Just as there's no shortage of things to do in Phoenix, there's no shortage of places to stay. If you want something a little more personal, or just out of the ordinary, consider staying in a boutique hotel. Here are some great ones in the city proper and in the surrounding area.
5 Best Hotels in Phoenix
Phoenix has a lot of natural beauty, and there is no shortage of places to take it in. From downtown to the outskirts of the suburbs, there are plenty of great places to stay in the region that offer world-class resort amenities along with the personal attention necessary for a great vacation.
Family-Friendly Hotels in Phoenix
Planning a vacation for the whole family can be a tricky proposition. Fortunately, Phoenix has no shortage of resort hotels with golf courses, waterparks, and spa facilities where people of all ages and inclinations can find something to enjoy.
Phoenix’s 5 Best Attractions
Phoenix, Arizona, and its metro area has a lot going on. High-end resorts, golfing, and some of the most unique scenery in the country. Here are some of the coolest things the city of Phoenix has to offer.