Located at the base of Indiana and just across the river from Louisville, Kentucky, "SoIN" is a charming southern gateway into the Hoosier State. Comprised of Clark and Floyd counties, this group of communities is an up-and-coming tourism destination that's in the sweet spot—not too big that you get lost or so small that you'd run out of things to do.

New Orleans is a vibrant city brimming with plenty of ways for groups to get in on the action this summer by cooling off with some thirst-quenching cocktails, delighting their taste buds with delicious cuisine, and grooving to some truly soulful tunes.

As civilization continues to spread its own wings, places to find native wild animals in their natural habitats continue to dwindle. Yet parks and preserves across North America still conserve rich environments—offering great spots for your own packs to experience the wonder of wild animals. Consider these five destinations for your animal lovers.

Call it a revival. Call it a comeback. Whatever you call it, The Big Apple is open for business—big time. As one of the top tourist destinations in the world, with millions of visitors arriving by plane, train, subway and taxi, NYC has become a touchstone for pandemic recovery. And, true to its spirit, the city has returned to near normal operations with a roar.

There are plenty of reasons to visit St. Landry Parish, Louisiana. Whether you're interested in the Spiritual Trail featuring a wide range of historic churches and landmarks, the best cuisine in Louisiana with food festivals and cook-offs almost every month, or (for the zydeco and Cajun music enjoyers) live music to dance to every weekend, there's something for everyone.