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This might be shocking to someone from outside Florida, but I’ve never really thought of St. Petersburg as a beach city.

A Resort-Free Trip to St. Petersburg, Florida 

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It’s easy to think of college as a universal experience, and there are a lot of commonalities between schools—brick and ivy, an afternoon on the grassy quad, the stress of an all-nighter to finish a paper, the smell of fresh textbooks in dusty libraries, the smell of stale beer in an off-campus basement, sweating out an afternoon hangover in an old twin bed, that kind of thing.

The Best College Towns in the U.S. 

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Explore enough of the Caribbean, and you’ll realize every island is markedly different, from their culture to their food and landscapes.

The Best Public Beaches in the Caribbean 

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The idea of island hopping through the Caribbean sounds so glamorous, doesn’t it?

An Easy Travel Hack for Island Hopping in the Caribbean

Two Days Away

Thrillist shares itineraries to some of the best towns and small cities across the United States. Everything you need to know to make the most of your weekend away.

Two Days Away: Small Town Weekend Getaways in the U.S.

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There’s something inherently funny about a place called “Mount” anything in pancake-flat Florida.

A Weekend Getaway to the Best Lake Town in Florida 

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We all have that one neighbor who goes absolutely bonkers during the holidays, covering their house with so many LED lights and reindeer that you can see the place from space.

The 16 Most Dazzling Streets to See Christmas Lights in the U.S.

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Those big-ticket, bucket-list travel destinations can be fun, but they're all too often crowded and lack intrigue.

Rethink Your Usual Travel Destinations by Trying These Under-the-Radar Experiences

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Miami has always had an undeniable allure.

Three Perfect Days in the Florida City Fueled by Cafecito and Latine Culture

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San Juan is a wonder unto itself, but to truly experience Puerto Rico’s vibrant culture takes getting out of the comforts of the metropolitan capital and exploring all the island has to offer.

Where to Explore Puerto Rico Outside of San Juan

Thrillist Event Guides

Thrillist’s city guide to everything you can do this year—from festivals to art exhibits to outdoor activities.

Thrillist Annual Event Guides: Every Event Happening in Your City This Year

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Depending on where you look, Miami could seem like a sports town, a party town, or a foodie town.

23 Things You Have to Do in Miami This Year

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The first time the word “skyscraper” was used was 1788, in reference to the height of a particularly towering horse.

The Prettiest Skylines in the U.S. 

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As anyone who’s spent an hour or more shuffling through an immigration line after a red eye flight can tell you, customs can be a painful final hurdle before you get home.

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Latest Posts From Matt

A Resort-Free Trip to St. Petersburg, Florida

A visit to St. Pete is more than a trip to the shore. It’s got beaches, sure, but it’s also got loads of history, culture, pro sports, and more

The Best College Towns in the U.S.

Sports, traditions, food, and surroundings make these the most fun college towns to visit, for four years or for a weekend getaway

The Best Public Beaches in the Caribbean

Beach. Rum. Repeat.

An Easy Travel Hack for Island Hopping in the Caribbean

Traveling through the Caribbean is easy if you base out of the beachfront airport at Sint Maarten

A Weekend Getaway to the Best Lake Town in Florida

Find rolling hills and quintessential lake town vibes.

The 16 Most Dazzling Streets to See Christmas Lights in the U.S.

Spot everyone from Kris Kringle to Rudolph.

Rethink Your Usual Travel Destinations by Trying These Under-the-Radar Experiences

Skip the crowded spots and immerse yourself with these awe-inspiring trips instead.

Three Perfect Days in the Florida City Fueled by Cafecito and Latine Culture

Art deco tours, 24-hour clubs, and a Cubano crawl top this list of local-approved Miami must-dos.

Where to Explore Puerto Rico Outside of San Juan

Lush rainforests, illuminated bays, tasty street food spots, and so much more.

23 Things You Have to Do in Miami This Year

Plan your trip to Miami around these iconic annual events.

The Prettiest Skylines in the U.S.

These glittering towers and iconic landmarks are unforgettable.

This Travel Hack Is the Best Way to Breeze Through Customs

Hint: It's as fast as Global Entry but way cheaper (AKA free).