Nashville

Atlanta

Reasons to Drive

Visit these small and growing cities across the country just hours from major local markets. You may be surprised to find the best restaurants, hikes, beaches, and more are found here.

Reasons to Drive: Travel Guides to Local Cities in the U.S.

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Drink

Find the best spots daily to eat and drink in hipster neighborhoods. Hit the roof, drink a beer and eat delicious at top-tier restaurants. Plan your nightlife adventure with maps and reviews of unknown micro-brews, rooftop parties, and independent drink.

Best Restaurants & Bars - Places to Eat & Drink - Thrillist

Fall has only arrived when drinks with pink umbrellas and light mixers are replaced by whiskey drinks and not a moment sooner.

Tennessee Whiskey Fest Is the Perfect Excuse for a Chattanooga Road Trip

Las Vegas

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The Best Sports Bars in Las Vegas for Watching the Big Game

Washington DC

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From the picturesque beaches of the Eastern Shore to the ancient peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia is rife with natural beauty all across its borders—and all of that fertile soil has given rise to a truly impressive wine scene.

As a Top Wine Region, Virginia’s Exquisite Terroir Draws Incredible Winemakers

First Look

Thrillist takes you inside the hottest new restaurants, from upscale destinations to casual cafes.

First Look - Thrillist

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When a hot new bar opens on the Las Vegas Strip, everyone's quick to ask, "Does it live up to the hype?" The Bellagio's latest cocktail lounge prompts a different question: Does it live up to the absence of hype?

The New Secret Lounge at the Bellagio Has 90-Year-Old Cognac and Gin From the '50s

Los Angeles

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The second course of the tasting menu comes with a dramatic presentation at Holbox, Chef Gilberto Cetina’s stunning modern marisqueria in Mercado La Paloma.

This Mariscos Tasting Menu Is so Good It Might Make You Cry 

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The explosion of food halls in Las Vegas is impossible to ignore.

A Locals' Guide to Food, Booze, and Saving a Few Bucks at The Sundry

Denver

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From the outside, Mango House looks like any other building on East Colfax Avenue.

This Refugee-Run Food Hall Brings Underrepresented Cuisines to Colorado

New Orleans

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Is there any dish quite as unifying as fried chicken?

An Epic Celebration of Fried Chicken Is Coming to New Orleans This Week

Miami

Show Seeker

Your go-to guide to experiencing local live music, shows, and nightlife in truly unique and personal ways, no matter where you are in the world.

Show Seeker: Live Music Guide Around the World

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Entertainment

Thrillist's entertainment section covers every facet of popular culture. If you care about television, music, film, or celeb news; we've got it covered.

Entertainment - Latest Entertainment & Pop Culture News - Thrillist

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It’s summertime in South Florida, and with it comes hot weather, random rainstorms, and a bunch of cool things to do (without worrying about battling tourists).

Let These Live Music Events in Miami Be the Soundtrack to Your Summer

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There’s a reason Las Vegas is known as the Entertainment Capital of the World, but with so many shows on so many stages on and off the Strip, where do you even begin?

The Best Shows and Musicals in Las Vegas Right Now

Austin

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Ah, Texas summers—a time when outdoor social gatherings in the blistering heat are tortuous.

Romance Novel-Style Horseback Riding and Other Summer Date Ideas in Austin

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South Florida is different from most of America in a lot of ways.

Take Advantage of Low Season with the Best Things to Do in Miami This Summer

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It doesn’t matter if you’ve lived in Austin for two years or 10, the winter will make you forget how hot it gets.

Never a Dull Moment This Summer with These Things to Do in Austin

Houston

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It’s about to get real, real hot in Houston, but that hasn’t stopped locals from having a damn good time before—it’s sure as hell not about to now.

Cool Things to Do in Houston to Kick Off the Best Summer

Dallas

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Whether your idea of adventure involves riding a 2,200-pound beast through the wilderness or searching for ghosts at local bars, Dallas-Fort Worth is a trove of cool things to do in spring.

Your Ultimate Bucket List of Things to Do in Dallas This Summer

Nation

Fat Bear Week Is Back and You Can Vote for Your Chubbiest Champ

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News

Passport Processing Times Are Finally Getting Better

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International travelers, you can now sigh in relief.

Last Look

Thrillist eulogizes closing or recently shuttered small businesses that we'll miss the most across the country, from local staples to regional chains.

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The Iconic Las Vegas Tropicana Is Going Out with a Bang Soon

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Travel

Explore adventure guides and design a custom itinerary for the destination of your choice in and around the city.

Best Travel Guides, Cool Hotels and Interesting Events - Thrillist

The Latest Travel Destination Must-Have? Pickleball Courts

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You may know it as grandma’s favorite pastime or the biggest vexation to hit tennis players since Serena Williams’ retirement, but like it or not, pickleball has officially taken the world by storm.

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“It’s seldom we would see a bear, but not impossible,” Roger McDonell told me in early September, just a few days before we stuffed ourselves into thick wetsuits, strapped snorkeling masks to our faces, and lowered ourselves into the rushing, 59-degree water of the Campbell River on British Columbia’s Vancouver Island.

Snorkeling Through a Salmon Migration Is a Kaleidoscopic Dream

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Thanks to this year’s obsession with all things European Summer, it’s safe to assume that there’s probably just one degree (or less) of separation between you and someone who’s recently been to Portugal.

Forget European Summer—Portugal’s Silver Coast Is Ideal for Fall Cycling

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With nearly three million people flying in and out of US airports every day, a few perks—like being able to escape the crowds and enjoy free Wi-Fi, snacks, and cocktails for a couple of hours—can be the difference between a satisfying flight and a stressful experience.

How to Get Into All the Best Airport Lounges—And Which Ones Are Worth It

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Throughout the Normandy region of northern France, you’ll find a profusion of medieval-looking, half-timbered homes.

The Modernist Pool of Your Dreams Is Inches from Normandy's Beaches

Your guide to LGBTQ+ travel and experiences in '23.

The Latest Travel Destination Must-Have? Pickleball Courts

Have paddle, will travel.

Fat Bear Week Is Back and You Can Vote for Your Chubbiest Champ

You can cast your votes in matchups through October 10, when a winner is crowned.

Passport Processing Times Are Finally Getting Better

The State Department announced the good news on Monday.

The Iconic Las Vegas Tropicana Is Going Out with a Bang Soon

An implosion will help tear down the Strip staple to make way for the Oakland Athletics.

City Guides

Travel

Snorkeling Through a Salmon Migration Is a Kaleidoscopic Dream

How to take a wild, fish-filled float down Vancouver Island’s Campbell River.

Forget European Summer—Portugal’s Silver Coast Is Ideal for Fall Cycling

Pedal beyond Porto on a five-day, self-guided tour bursting with all the colors of autumn.

How to Get Into All the Best Airport Lounges—And Which Ones Are Worth It

A lounge can be the perfect airport oasis... If you know how to get in.

The Modernist Pool of Your Dreams Is Inches from Normandy's Beaches

Take a dip in this architectural marvel.

Eat

This Mariscos Tasting Menu Is so Good It Might Make You Cry

Chef Gilberto Cetina is sourcing incredible seafood and turning it into the best mariscos in town.

A Locals' Guide to Food, Booze, and Saving a Few Bucks at The Sundry

Work your way through an ambitious Las Vegas food hall with the latest insider tips.

This Refugee-Run Food Hall Brings Underrepresented Cuisines to Colorado

Mango House is a lifeline for Aurora’s refugee population.

An Epic Celebration of Fried Chicken Is Coming to New Orleans This Week

More than 50 local restaurants, performances by Big Freedia and other iconic artists, and more.

Drink

Tennessee Whiskey Fest Is the Perfect Excuse for a Chattanooga Road Trip

For the spirited among us.

The Best Sports Bars in Las Vegas for Watching the Big Game

Where to eat, drink, and cheer on the Knights, Raiders, and Aces in Las Vegas.

As a Top Wine Region, Virginia’s Exquisite Terroir Draws Incredible Winemakers

The best Virginia wineries to visit from DC.

The New Secret Lounge at the Bellagio Has 90-Year-Old Cognac and Gin From the '50s

The Vault is a high-end experience you won't find anywhere else.