Learn about the amazing roadside attractions that came into fashion during the height of our nation's fascination with the Great American Road Trip.
The Burj's sheer opulence coupled with its outrageously attentive service has garnered the hotel a seven-star reputation. This glistening glass yacht presents itself as the jewel of Dubai -- the tallest hotel in the world. See more »
An ice hotel is essentially a gigantic igloo that is converted into a hotel. Learn about ice hotels and find out how an ice hotel is created.
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The United States has numerous buildings and other structures that represent the freedom and opportunity expressed in the American dream. Here are a few of those defining monuments.
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From corn palaces to giant balls of twine, this world has plenty of strange, quirky tourist attractions. Some of our favorites are on this list.
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Route 66 the mother road is dotted with saloons motels and kitschy pit stops. Learn about the vintage businesses along historic Route 66 including the Cozy Dog Drive-In and the Buckingham Fountain.
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What makes a place romantic enough to inspire a long passionate kiss? Being together in beauty -- whether in a natural setting or a creation of the human imagination -- can certainly help affections flow freely.
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Some museums display fine art -- others opt for replica electric chairs. The unusual museums on our list showcase peculiar items from history and culture that you won’t soon forget.
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Festivals such as the Rattlesnake Roundup and Secret City Festival are held every year. Learn about eight quirky festivals in North America including the Secret City Festival and Frozen Dead Guys Days.
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Over the years roadside merchants have used their gas station diner or motel as a blank canvas that could be artfully decorated to bring in higher profits. Read about some of these quirky landmarks and view our roadside attractions image gallery.
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They’re the anti-museums: roadside attractions so puzzling we ask "why was this created?" But that's exactly what so many tourists are looking for in the Information Age: things that boggle the mind not enrich it.
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America's roadside architectural wonders include strange palaces and replicas of European buildings. The builders of these structures often wanted to establish their own sense of individualism. Learn more about these amazing roadside architectural wonders.
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Explore America's quirky roadside attractions from gigantic statues to outlandish landmarks. Used as methods to get motorists to stop these roadside attractions have become American icons. Learn more about America's favorite roadside attractions.
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Roadside statues are delightful vacation diversions. These larger-than-life creations were known for putting small unknown towns on the maps of every highway traveler. Learn about some of America's most popular roadside statues.
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Experiencing America through its scenic byways provides a unique glimpse into the country's culture and history. See photos, maps, and key points of interest for scenic drives in all 50 states.
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The world's biggest roadside attractions run the gamut from a huge artichoke in California to a giant chest of drawers in North Carolina. The appeal of being the biggest was successful in attracting customers from far away places. Learn more.
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