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Visitors enjoy a hazy view of Half Dome from Glacier Point at Yosemite National Park Yosemite in California.

California ranked 2nd best state for hiking; Washington lands in 4th on rankings

Visitors enjoy a hazy view of Half Dome from Glacier Point at Yosemite National Park Yosemite in California.

August 10, 2024, 6:05am Life

California is one of the best states for hiking in the nation, according to a new study ranking the top U.S. spots for exploring the great outdoors. Read story

An incredible display of lupine over looking the Tatoosh Range in the Paradise meadows of Mount Rainier National Park.

4 Mount Rainier hikes recommended by a wildflower enthusiast

An incredible display of lupine over looking the Tatoosh Range in the Paradise meadows of Mount Rainier National Park.

August 10, 2024, 6:05am Life

Mount Rainier National Park has long been hailed for the abundant, colorful wildflower species surrounding the peak, and photographer Donovan Tracy has documented around 250 of them — all displayed on his new website, flowersofrainier.com. Read story

First home away from home: 9 tips from decor experts for a comfortable and functional dorm room

August 10, 2024, 6:05am Life

For many college students, dorm life is an introduction to independent living — their very first “home away from home.” And as exciting as this chapter is, it’s also a challenge: How do you turn one room into a work, sleep and hangout space? Read story

For those who suffer with chronic pain, the proposition of travel presents myriad extra concerns and challenges.

Tips for traveling with chronic pain

For those who suffer with chronic pain, the proposition of travel presents myriad extra concerns and challenges.

August 10, 2024, 6:04am Life

Traveling can be a painful experience even if you’re someone who generally enjoys good health. In those ultra-cramped economy seats aboard airplanes, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who’d call themselves comfortable. But, for those who suffer with chronic pain, the proposition of travel presents myriad extra concerns and challenges. Read story

Sarasota&rsquo;s Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is on Time magazine&rsquo;s list of World&rsquo;s Greatest Places.

Time magazine celebrates Selby Botanical Gardens in Florida

Sarasota&rsquo;s Marie Selby Botanical Gardens is on Time magazine&rsquo;s list of World&rsquo;s Greatest Places.

August 10, 2024, 6:04am Life

Sarasota’s Marie Selby Botanical Gardens won even more bragging rights this summer, as Time magazine announced its annual list of the World’s Greatest Places. On the list of 100 places, Selby Gardens was one of only eight found in the United States. Read story

Explore history at presidential hotels

August 10, 2024, 6:04am Life

Pair history with exploration when you and the family visit a storied hotel and destination inspired by an American president. Read story

Artificial intelligence can help plan your next road trip: ChatGPT or ChatGPS? New technology evolves

August 10, 2024, 6:04am Life

Whether you realize it or not, artificial intelligence is probably powering your phone’s navigation app. But what about public-facing generative AI tools like ChatGPT or Perplexity AI? Do they have features that can help you navigate traffic this summer? Read story

A MICA Guides tour shows the unique icy landscape of the 27-mile-long Matanuska Glacier in Alaska on July 20. Deep holes, flowing glacial streams, ice canyons and blue pools of water define this cold and beautiful landscape.

Postcards from Alaska: Escaping summer heat in fresh mountain air of last frontier

A MICA Guides tour shows the unique icy landscape of the 27-mile-long Matanuska Glacier in Alaska on July 20. Deep holes, flowing glacial streams, ice canyons and blue pools of water define this cold and beautiful landscape.

August 10, 2024, 6:04am Life

Greetings from Alaska! There’s nothing quite like escaping the sweltering dog days of summer in the Lower 48 to experience the land of the midnight sun and temperatures that helped me regain my chill. Read story

Nancy Gerrish, 78, sits on her cherished waterbed with her dog Penny on May 30 in her Los Feliz, Calif., home. Gerrish has had a waterbed for the past 28 years after first sleeping on a friend&rsquo;s waterbed.

Devotees ride waterbed wave

Nancy Gerrish, 78, sits on her cherished waterbed with her dog Penny on May 30 in her Los Feliz, Calif., home. Gerrish has had a waterbed for the past 28 years after first sleeping on a friend&rsquo;s waterbed.

August 10, 2024, 6:03am Life

The bed in Nancy Gerrish’s bright Los Feliz home appears perfectly normal — carved wooden headboard, fuzzy brown blanket, cream-colored bed skirt. The sheets are a tasteful leopard print. A few brocade throw pillows lie atop the spread to complete the earth-tone look. Read story

Do select furniture and accessories that are timeless as opposed to trendy. These will be selections that are longer lasting.

When furnishing a space, size matters

Do select furniture and accessories that are timeless as opposed to trendy. These will be selections that are longer lasting.

August 10, 2024, 6:02am Life

Whether your ceilings are low or high, your space is small or spacious, it is important to select and choose furniture that is the appropriate size and scale. Read story