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10 Countries Where You Should Always Take Your Shoes Off Inside

Though we can all agree that removing shoes indoors is an effective way to prevent the spread of germs, there are regions around the world where kicking off your kicks is also considered a sign of respect and proper etiquette.

5 Small U.S. Towns That Are Surprisingly Easy To Fly Into

From charming mountain escapes to desert landscapes, coastal villages, and historic river towns, each of these spots is surprisingly easy to fly into — while offering plenty to see, do, and explore once you arrive.

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8 U.S. Small Towns You’ll Recognize from Movies

Across the U.S., small towns have stepped into starring roles on the big screen — some of them more than once. Check out eight small towns in the U.S. that are famous from the big screen.

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8 U.S. Regional Dishes You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Many regional dishes have gone national — you can find a decent Buffalo wing practically anywhere — but others remain firmly rooted to their original locales. So, unless you stumble on a restaurant operated by a homesick transplant, you’re probably not going to find a proper jonnycake in Anchorage or a good garbage plate in […]

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The World’s Biggest Fast-Food Chain Just Hit the U.S. (And We Tried It)

Many assume the world’s largest fast-food chain is McDonald’s or Starbucks, but if you measure by number of locations, the biggest global brand actually comes from China. Mixue Ice Cream & Tea, known for its soft-serve ice cream and tea-based beverages, operates 47,500-plus locations worldwide, with approximately 90% of them in China. (In comparison, McDonald’s […]

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