From city adventures to small-town escapes, these locales highlight some of Middle America's top destinations.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Priceline's 2026 “Where to Next?” Travel Trends Report reveals that the Midwest is no longer the forgotten cousin of U.S. tourism; ...

One of America’s most historic cities is also a town that’s made a comeback: Detroit went through a rough patch but has blossomed again in recent years. Downtown is packed with fine-dining restaurants ...

When life starts to feel like an endless cycle of sleep, eat, work, repeat, I know that I’m in desperate need of a break and a reset. Work is hectic, my sleep schedule is a mess, and even figuring out ...

A popular Midwestern vacation spot topped a recent ranking of the 10 best summer travel destinations in the United States, with one other Midwest city also making the cut. The ranking, part of the ...

Erin is a co-host of "The 4" on WCCO and a two-time Emmy Award-winning reporter passionate about experiential storytelling and taking viewers on an adventure - be it inside a bear den, at the bottom ...

Parks, buildings, and the Scioto River in downtown Columbus, Ohio - Sean Reid/Getty Images When you think of big U.S. cities, your mind probably jumps to coastal behemoths like New York City and Los ...

Hanami is the Japanese tradition of enjoying beautiful flowers, and there are plenty of places where you can do this within a short drive from St. Louis. Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois ...

Summer is almost here. Which means it’s time to pack your bags and hit the road. If you’re looking to incorporate some Black history into your trip, we’ve got you covered. From world-class African ...

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Priceline's 2026 “Where to Next?” Travel Trends Report reveals that the Midwest is no longer the forgotten cousin of U.S. tourism; rather, it’s becoming the destination to watch. The report reveals ...