• Pack a few familiar comforts. Charlie never travels without a half-dozen of his favorite squeaky toys. A cozy bed, treats ...

There’s so much to love about weekend trips — they’re one of my favorite ways to unwind and escape the city and hustle and bustle of IRL life for awhile (without the headache of a plane ride, and, for ...

The Port Huron area has its own lakefront beaches, but you can check out some of USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards top beaches too.

That’s when you need Wrightwood, California—a mountain hamlet where the air smells like pine trees instead of exhaust, and the only traffic jam involves three people deciding who gets the last ...

Work has started on both islands but only North Manitou Island has closed its docks and village for the 2025 season. This means visitors will be without a ferry service this summer.

A new study from Utah State University finds that short-term rentals, like Airbnbs, are changing life in the Bear Lake area.

Elkhart Lake has been named the No. 2 best lake in the country by USA Today readers. It was only topped by Big Bear Lake in California.The description of Elkhart Lake in USA Today's 10Best Readers ...

Fresh and feathery details for the ‘Jackie and Shadow Fan Party' have landed If you're heading to "Outdoor Adventure Days" in Big Bear, here's what to know.

The young Big Bear Lake bald eagle made the bold move Saturday morning, June 7 — days after her sister Sunny took her first flight Monday, June 2.