Increasing time spent outdoors enjoying nature can positively affect mood and mental health. Generally speaking, outdoor enthusiasts tend to be happier overall. The American Psychological Association says spending time in nature is linked to both cognitive benefits and improvements in mood, mental...
When the weather heats up, the desire to take a trip away from home may grow. Ruby Home Luxury Real Estate estimates that the United States vacation rental market is $69 billion. It is forecast to grow at a rate of 7.4 percent between 2025 and 2030.
Individuals and families have various options to...
Weekend excursions to a shoreline are a summertime tradition in many families. Oceans and lakes are sights to behold at all times of the year, but the warm air of summertime makes the months of July and August a particularly popular and fun time to spend a weekend by the water.
Swimming is a go-to...
There's something special about a coastal locale featuring sandy shores hugging the water, sea breezes and brilliant sunshine. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's National Ocean Service says the United States features roughly 12,380 miles of coastline and Canada boasts the longest...
Road trips evoke a carefree spirit. While a road trip can offer a sense of freedom, without a solid financial plan in place, a liberating driving vacation can be a source of stress. In 2026, rising fuel and hospitality costs have made it essential to establish a budget before taking to the open...
The sounds of spring include birds chirping and lawnmowers trimming away. But on the roadways, the arrival of warmer temperatures frequently brings motorcycle enthusiasts and their sometimes noisy bikes out in full force.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says motorcycle riding is...
Cycling is a great form of exercise and a wonderful means to enjoying the great outdoors. The organization People for Bikes says a record 112 million Americans rode a bike at least once in 2024. Youth ridership experienced a notable surge, with participation among those between the ages of three...
Wedding anniversaries are worthy of celebration no matter how many years have gone by. More than just dates on a calendar; anniversaries are milestones in a couple's shared journey. Although romantic dinners and gifts are always fine ideas, what better way to commemorate love than to jet off to a...
Few attractions offer more excitement than an amusement park. Thrill seekers love a ride on soaring roller coasters and other attractions that do their best to provide all the adventure a human body can handle.
The uniquely thrilling nature of amusement parks makes them an ideal place to spend one'...
In 2025, American climatologist James Hansen and a team of research colleagues declared the goal to keep global temperature rise below 2 degrees Celsius was no longer viable. That goal, part of a pledge negotiated by 196 parties at the 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference near Paris,...