Lauren Dana Ellman

Travel + Leisure

10 Best History Museums in the U.S., From Colonial Life to Cars

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

As the United States celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, interest in the nation's past is surging—and there's no better place to tap into that

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This 10-day New England Fall Trip Has Scenic Train Journeys, a Lake Cruise, and a Drive on One of America’s Most Famous Foliage Routes

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

The guided journey travels through five states at the height of autumn, with colorful views from railways, waterways, and one of America’s most famous scenic drives.

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This Is One of the Midwest's Best Beach Towns—With a Walkable Downtown, Historic Lighthouses, and Stunning Lake Views

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

Grand Haven combines Lake Michigan beaches, two red lighthouses, a waterfront boardwalk, and a walkable downtown.

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14 of the Best Food Cities in the U.S. for Incredible Diversity and American Classics

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

Top 5 Can't Miss In New York, complement your Michelin-starred restaurant experiences with top-notch dumplings and pizza.

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10 U.S. Destinations That You Can Visit for Under $500 This Fall, According to New Data From Kayak

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

From Gulf Shores to Denver, these 10 U.S. cities offer round-trip flights and a hotel stay for under $500 this fall, according to new Kayak data.

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9 Things You Should Always Check in a Hotel Room Before You Unpack, According to Hotel Insiders

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

Hotel general managers say these are the first things you should look for in your room after checking in.

Midwest Living

This Tiny Wisconsin Village Has Been My Go-To Escape for Years—Here’s What to Do When You Visit

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

With a legendary golf course and destination spa, plus a newly revamped food hall and scenic hiking opportunities, Kohler, Wisconsin, makes for an ideal weekend getaway.

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This Caribbean Destination Was Named One of the Sunniest Places for a Honeymoon—With 27 Sunny Days a Month and 40 Islands and Cays

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

Turks and Caicos had more sunny days from May through October than any other honeymoon destination analyzed, plus white-sand beaches and crystal-clear water.

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This 102-mile Train Ride Is One of New England’s Prettiest—With Scenic Small Towns, Historic Landmarks, and Fall Foliage

By: Lauren Dana

Amtrak’s Valley Flyer runs from New Haven to Greenfield in under three hours, offering fall foliage views and stops across Connecticut and Massachusetts.

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This Seaside Italian Town Was Named Europe's Best Underrated Destination for Ice Cream—and It Invented Its Own Gelato Treat

By: Lauren Dana Ellman

Italy and gelato are hardly an unexpected pairing, but you don't have to elbow your way through Rome or Florence to find some of the country's best frozen treats.