Abigail Cox

Mississippi doesn’t need velvet ropes or flashy dining rooms to deliver a truly memorable steak. Some of the…

By Abigail Cox · May 4

Mississippi knows how to do thrift shopping on a seriously big scale. If you love the kind of…

By Abigail Cox · May 4

You do not expect to find a full-on Tuscan-style medieval castle rising out of Napa Valley wine country,…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

Nebraska has a knack for hiding its best towns in plain sight. Skip the usual stops, and you’ll…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

Some places earn regulars. Carriage Crossing Restaurant and Bakery in Yoder earns full-on road trips. The famous cinnamon…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

In New York, $35 can still go surprisingly far if you know where to shop. The right thrift…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

Some breakfast spots are good, and then some make you hit the brakes and reroute your entire morning.…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

If you’re craving big scenery without the crowds, Virginia has some seriously smart alternatives. These state parks offer…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

Pull into a gravel lot, step through a simple door, and you’ll feel like you’ve slipped into a…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

Arizona knows how to do outdoor dining better than almost anywhere, especially when red rocks, canals, mountains, and…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

If you think Iowa is all wide-open fields and straight highways, these towns are ready to change your…

By Abigail Cox · May 3

If your ideal day includes packed racks, unexpected finds, and prices that make you look twice, Oregon delivers…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

If you think biscuits and gravy are just a side note on a diner menu, Mr. T’s Family…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

If your budget says “be careful” but your shopping instincts say “one more aisle,” Maryland has some very…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

Some donut shops do more than satisfy a sweet craving—they feel like part of New York’s story. These…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

Some meals are good, and some are the reason you pack the car and hit the road. Across…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

If you like hikes that deliver right away, Bell Smith Springs is the kind of place that wastes…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

Some pizza places chase trends, and others simply keep doing what works—and doing it well. Across Iowa, these…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

Some Maine seafood spots are good, and then there are the ones that make the entire drive feel…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

Kansas might look quiet from the highway, but its state parks tell a very different story. Across the…

By Abigail Cox · May 2

Denver has no shortage of coffee spots, but this one leans gleefully into the macabre in a way…

By Abigail Cox · May 1

Some fabric stores are quick errands—but these are the ones quilters rave about, revisit often, and somehow never…

By Abigail Cox · May 1

Some restaurants are good enough for dinner, and some are good enough to plan the whole day around.…

By Abigail Cox · May 1

Some places chase hype, but Johnnie’s Beef has never needed to. This tiny stand in Elmwood Park has…

By Abigail Cox · May 1

Some sandwiches are good enough for lunch, and some are good enough to reroute your entire day. At…

By Abigail Cox · May 1

Arizona is packed with headline grabs, but its towns are where the state truly shines. Here, you’ll find…

By Abigail Cox · May 1

If you’ve been spending too much time indoors lately, Indiana has a refreshingly simple fix. These beginner-friendly hikes…

By Abigail Cox · May 1

North Carolina quietly delivers a surprisingly strong lineup of German spots, and a few are worth planning your…

By Abigail Cox · May 1

Some day trips leave you more drained than refreshed—but these Missouri towns flip that script. Here, you’ll find…

By Abigail Cox · Apr 30