Alternative Housing Options for Rent-Stretched Urbanites

Apartment hunting in the city can really suck. Thankfully, there really are alternative housing options for everyone from up-and-coming artists to those who want to live an eco-friendly lifestyle.

The Smallest (But Coolest) Museums in the U.S.

Good things come in small packages – just look at these petite museums. From gemstone galleries to bonsai gardens, head out and discover your city's lesser-known institutions.

7 Beautiful Campsites Near a Major City

Just because you live in a city doesn't mean camping is out of the question. Discover these amazing campsites located under a two-hour drive from the big city.

Here’s What $1,500 in Rent Looks Like Across the U.S.

Price plays a crucial role in apartment shopping. If you have a $1,500 budget, here's what that can get you in 10 major cities across the U.S.

8 of the Coolest Airbnbs You Don’t Need a Passport to Visit

From treehouses to castles, camper vans to boats, here are eight of the coolest Airbnbs in the U.S. to consider when booking for your next staycation.

How to Own Trivia Night: The Quirkiest Facts About U.S. Cities

Did you know that it’s possible to get married inside a doughnut shop in Portland? Or that Boston was once submerged in a deadly wave…of molasses? Read on for more bizarro urban lore.

7 Cities Where a Long Layover Can Lead to a Great Adventure

Got hours to kill between flights? Give your layover a makeover with these 7 bonus sightseeing adventures.

8 Urban Adventures for City-Loving Adrenaline Junkies

Are you a certified scuba diver? Love going for long hikes and camping excursions? Enjoy nothing more than busting out your kayak paddles? Time to move to the city.

Explore Seattle: A Neighborhood Guide to Eclectic Ballard

Seattle offers so much more than rain, Starbucks, and a renowned grunge legacy. Dig beyond the city’s downtown core to discover neighborhoods bursting with unique identities. Among them: Ballard.

Leave No Leftovers Behind: Food Rescue to the Rescue

“Food rescue” is a cause with a positive name, but behind it is a big and complicated problem. Fortunately, incredible organizations around the country are working double time to combat hunger in communities.