10 ‘Star Wars’ Filming Locations Not So Far Away

As many devoted Star Wars fans know, there are many filming locations from throughout the history of the franchise that can be visited today without the need for lightspeed. In honor of Episode VII's release, we take a look at the 10 most popular.
The 15 Best Cities for People Who Love Winter

If you choose snow over sand, these 15 cities might have just what you’re looking for!
The Worst Cities in the World for Traffic

Bad traffic may be one of the biggest frustrations of modern life, and yet dealing with it seems to become some perverse badge of honor. But who has it worst? We'll take a look at some of the worst cities in the world for traffic.
10 Times Tourists Ruined a Priceless Attraction

Beauty doesn't mean much if it's kept where nobody can appreciate it. Still, sometimes due to poor guardianship, malice, or just plain bad luck, things get ruined. Here are 10 works of art that were wrecked by tourists.
Ranking the Best and Worst Airlines in the U.S.

While it may seem like flying is uniformly awful these days, some airlines are actually better than others, if you can believe it!
American Cities with the Oldest Residents

These cities have the highest percentage of residents aged 65 and over. Guess which state is home to over half of them.
The 10 Types of People You See on Every Plane

Flying is emotionally trying, especially around any major holiday. It's best to just knuckle down and resign yourself to spending time with these ten tropes that you always encounter when flying.
10 Destinations that Aren’t as Sketchy as People Think

Sometimes a place gets a reputation, and it's hard to shake. For these cities, it's time to rethink our widely held assumptions and make it known that these destinations aren't as sketchy as others make them out to be.
The Most Surreal Buildings Around the World

These 30 otherworldly architectural wonders are so unique that they demand you to stop, stare, and maybe even tilt your head before you can decide if you’ve slipped down a rabbit hole. Who says architects can't have a little fun?
How New Passport Rules Are Reshaping American Travel

Understanding the recent shifts in federal policy, application accessibility, and document requirements is essential for maintaining the comfort and predictability that define high-quality leisure and business travel.
10 Countries You Can’t Visit Anymore

With all the countries out there to choose from it can be difficult to decide where to go, but some places are no longer an option. Update your maps because these are ten countries you can no longer visit.
25 Worst Places to Get Locked Up Abroad

The U.S. legal system is under a great deal of scrutiny right now, meanwhile several nations treat people inhumanly and hold political prisoners.