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People across California travel to dine at this legendary rustic steakhouse
By Emma Larkin · May 8
This whimsical California antique mall feels like stepping inside Mary Poppins’ magical bag
By Emma Larkin · May 8
15 Towns in California Where You Can Comfortably Live on Social Security Alone
By Emma Larkin · May 8
This unfussy California restaurant serves fish and chips people can’t stop craving
By Emma Larkin · May 8
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Our Picks
Our editors' favorite finds this week—the kind of places worth the drive.
This stunning Nevada castle is the kind of place you’ll want to visit again and again
This postcard-worthy Nevada state park is a dream destination for nature lovers
The homemade pies at this Nevada diner are worth driving miles to try
This underrated Arizona state park is shockingly beautiful, yet hardly anyone talks about it
By Emma Larkin
This Week's Find
This whimsical Arizona train ride looks like it came straight out of a storybook
Tucked away in the heart of Arizona’s Verde Valley, the Verde Canyon Railroad offers one of the most magical travel experiences in the entire Southwest....
By Emma Larkin · May 8, 2026
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The chicken and dumplings at this charming Tennessee buffet are worth traveling for
Tucked away on Pickel Street in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, Mama’s Farmhouse is the kind of restaurant that makes you feel...
By Caleb Whitaker on May 8
Some of the best homemade breakfast in Illinois is served inside this airplane hangar
Tucked inside what looks like an old airplane hangar on the west side of Springfield, Illinois, Charlie Parker’s Diner is...
By Lincoln Avery on May 8
This no-frills Illinois restaurant serves a Reuben sandwich worth traveling for
Tucked along Ogden Avenue in Lisle, Illinois, Schmaltz Delicatessen is the kind of place that makes you wonder why you...
By Lincoln Avery on May 8
This tiny Illinois town is an ideal spot for a family weekend getaway
Tucked along the Illinois River in LaSalle County, North Utica is a small but mighty village that packs a serious...
By Lincoln Avery on May 8
This tiny Illinois state park hides one of the state’s most amazing natural wonders
Tucked along the Illinois River near Ottawa, Buffalo Rock State Park is one of those places that surprises you the...
By Lincoln Avery on May 8
The pies at this mom-and-pop bakery in Illinois are unbelievably delicious
Tucked along the historic Route 66 in Litchfield, Illinois, Jubelt’s Bakery & Restaurant has been serving up homemade goodness since...
By Lincoln Avery on May 8