Jenny Willden

Traveling closer to home these days? Consider a North American getaway at 10 new properties boasting incredible amenities and features. From a dinosaur-themed experience in Savannah to beachfront partying in Miami, these fresh hotels exude beauty, class and most importantly, fun.

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Explore the world again with a stay at the hottest new hotels around the globe. From an art-centric boutique beauty in Nashville to a midcentury-inspired oceanside resort in the Maldives, these unique properties invite you to escape, unwind and enjoy traveling again.

While camping in the woods is a blast, contending with bears, bugs, and deflated air mattresses is not. Upgrade your outdoorsy adventures with a trip to these glamping destinations across America.

Marijuana tourism is booming in California, but if you want to experience it for yourself, you'll need the perfect place to stay. Pair your love for bud with a good night's rest at these 8 420 friendly hotels in California.

See the tallest trees on Earth with a visit to California’s coastal redwoods in Sequoia and Redwood National Parks. The Golden State is the only place in the world where you can view groves of these ancient conifers, and it’s worth traversing the northern part of the state to view them.

Enjoy this epic trip to Utah's five national parks.

Traveling is one of life’s richest experiences, but the rewards aren’t the kitschy souvenirs you bring home. Instead, it’s authentic experiences with the people, culture, and environment that make travel transformative — and even regenerative.

Famous for its cable cars, bustling waterfront, and celebrated food and arts scenes, San Francisco offers a memorable vacation. But outdoor adventure is another San Francisco claim to fame, so pack a jacket for the unpredictable weather and get ready to walk, hike, and bike.

Whether you seek a romantic rainforest-themed suite or a ranch getaway near Zion National Park’s vermillion cliffs, these seven unique hotels are worth the trip to the Beehive State.

We’d carefully planned this trip ‘round the Emerald Isle, but these stumble-upons were our most beloved moments. A New York Times story recently reported that planning your trips less make them less stressful, and though counterintuitive, I can’t help but agree. Sure, we kissed the Blarney Stone, slept in a five-star castle, and explored Dublin’s Book of Kells, but veering off course—that’s where the memories were made

While the old world vibe of Québec City enchants year-round, this French Canadian capital bustles in summer, but quiets during winter’s chill. Here European-style cobblestone streets, authentically French croissants, and intact city walls dating from the 1700s, contrast with unparalleled winter thrills, all less than 20 minutes from the city.

From the lights of Tokyo to the powder skiing of Hakuba Valley, visitors flock to Japan for its sights, adventures, and unique way of life. The country’s long been on my bucket list, but for this trip we skipped the tourist hotspots and instead headed for Japan’s lesser-trafficked western side.

Utah State University’s Outdoor Product Design & Development Program Senior Showcase presented innovative student concepts and designs.