Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park, which spans 415 square miles, offers endless recreation opportunities. From watching the trees change colors in the fall to cross-country skiing in the winter, there's always something to do.
02.01.2025 - 16:45 / insider.com
After visiting all 50 states solo, I'm often asked for recommendations on the best things to do in each one. Although every state offers countless things to do and see, there are some activities and places that really stand out from the crowd.
Whether it's a unique experience, a hidden gem, or a landmark so iconic it's worth braving the crowds for — some destinations just have to be seen to be believed.
Here are my favorite things to do in each state.
Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park, which spans 415 square miles, offers endless recreation opportunities. From watching the trees change colors in the fall to cross-country skiing in the winter, there's always something to do.
Florida's 30A area is a stretch of white-sand beaches, Gulf of Mexico views, and quaint beach towns that runs for 24 miles along County Road 30A.
Jan 8, 2025 • 5 min read
As Alaska Airlines is about to become another player in the game of long-haul flights and premium offerings, it's trusting its home base customers to help it rise above the competition.
I hear the word “sustainable” thrown around constantly, especially in the travel industry. Companies tout their sustainability to attract eco-conscious customers without explaining how they achieve their green statuses. Enter Hotel Marcel.
Valletta, the capital city of the archipelago of Malta, the southernmost capital city in Europe, and a UNESCO World Heritage site, is tiny. At just 0.24 square miles, you can see all its highlights in a matter of a couple of hours, which is good news for the cruisers who tend to have one day, or less, on site.
As you’re pulling into Paws Up Montana, it doesn’t feel like visiting any other regular hotel or resort property — it feels like you’re returning home to your family’s cozy Western ranch home. Paws Up Montana is a family-owned property surrounded by open blue skies and grassy pastures, plopped in the middle of a wide open space in Greenough, Montana, 35 miles northeast of Missoula. While this sprawling western Montana property is technically still a working cattle ranch, it’s also a place open for audaciously spirited visitors to stay, create unforgettable memories, and live out fantastical wild west cowboy dreams. The rustic yet elevated and sophisticated ambiance balances adventures with elegance and is an outdoor lovers’ dream come true, any time of year. On a recent visit, I learned why.
In recent years, elaborate multi-step skincare routines have become more common on airplanes. Stroll down the aisle and you’re pretty much guaranteed to find at least one or two people donning a sheet mask or under-eye patches—or both. While you may not wish to devote your entire plane ride to perfecting your skincare regimen, a few steps could make all the difference when it comes to keeping skin hydrated while en route to your destination. According to Dr. Kellie Reed, a board-certified dermatologist at Westlake Dermatology in Austin, Texas, “airplane cabins notoriously have low humidity,” she says. “Dry air pulls moisture from our skin, which is why moisturizing is essential when traveling.”
As the home of five US national parks, more than 40 state parks, and 15 world-class ski resorts, Utah is an oasis for outdoor enthusiasts.
The holidays are past and Old Man Winter is here to stay. It’s a good time to get away.
Alaska Airlines’ footprint is growing both domestically and internationally.
Miami is one of the most popular vacation spots in the United States, and for good reason.