America’s Hottest 2025 Travel Trend? Summer Adventures That Heal the Soul
Less Turbulence, More Tranquility: Why Travelers Are Choosing Wellness Over Wait Times
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This Summer’s Hottest Travel Trend: No Passport Required
Hello History and Travel Lovers —
If you’re like most Americans this year, you’re planning to stay a little closer to home. A recent travel survey found that 71% of U.S. travelers are opting for road trips over flights—and it’s not hard to see why. With crowded airports, unpredictable cancellations, and recent tragedies in the skies, it’s no wonder that “no-passport vacations” are quickly becoming the go-to summer escape.
But there’s more driving this trend than just convenience. More and more people are looking to prioritize their mental and physical well-being—and travel is one of the best ways to do it. The fresh air of the open road, the freedom to explore hidden gems at your own pace, and the joy of discovering something new… it’s all good for the soul.
That’s why I’ve put together a list of 7 rejuvenating road trip adventures you can enjoy this summer—no airport lines, no passports, no stress. So pack a bag, crank up your favorite playlist, and hit the road!
Here are 7 road trips to add to your summer wellness bucket list. I’ve even included one for the kids!
Three-Day Parent-Child Horseback Ride in California: Rock Creek Pack Station invites you and your child to join them for three days of riding and camping. Learn how to care for your horse and enjoy comfortable camping. A wonderful experience for those who enjoy meeting others with similar interests. They use experienced trail horses that are quarter horse / draft cross. Western saddles and all riding at a walk on wilderness trails. Riders need to be 6 years or older. Ideal situation for beginning riders. Riders need to be under 240 pounds.
4-Day Family Ranch Getaway in Montana: Joining this ranch vacation in Montana will make you feel the wonder felt by early explorers and mountain dwellers as you take in the spectacular views of the Salish Mountains in the Northern Rockies. You can enjoy riding, roping, skeet shooting, archery, riding lessons, arena games. Join Dream Haven Guest Ranch for horseback adventures and fresh meals each day!
3-Day Yoga and Meditation in North Carolina: In today’s racing world, the mind often gets stuck either in the past or the future. But happiness is found in the here and now. When distracted by regret for yesterday or worry about tomorrow, we miss the present moment. With practical, self-empowering tools, particularly through the breath, you can counter the increasing demands of modern life. Embracing these tools allows you to stay grounded and focused. This retreat offers a transformative path to find peace in the present
3-day Culinary Retreat in California: Did you ever wish you knew how to cook, I mean like the TV chefs on the cooking shows? Even conquering one dish would be great, especially a beautifully presented oven-roasted Salmon with a velvety Beurre Blanc Sauce and pan-roasted, straight from the farm, fresh vegetables. Can you just imagine how proud you’ll be when your guests ask for your recipe? Like a perfectly made bow on a Christmas gift, a perfectly made sauce adds that elegant touch to the dish, saying to your guests this meal is a gift to them from your heart.
3-day Unplug Retreat in the Great Smoky Mountains: In today's fast-paced life, you rarely have an opportunity to slow down. Your attention is constantly pulled in multiple directions, and your to-do list may extend beyond possibility. Yet, sometimes you have an opportunity to just stop, to exhale, to unplug. Here is your opportunity. Join this retreat for a weekend of space and peace, where you will be nourished by home-cooked meals, sleep in the comforts of the fully equipped yurts, and immerse yourself in the stillness of nature.
4-day Women’s Self-Love and Acceptance Wellness Retreat in Michigan: The Tranquil Power Women's Retreat (TPWR) offers an immersive experience designed to help you unwind, disconnect, and let go of what no longer serves you. This transformative journey emphasizes self-love and acceptance, highlighting how your relationship with yourself influences all other connections. By nurturing your own self-love, you naturally extend that love to your families and communities.
5-day Ocean and Spa Yoga Adventure in Key West, Fl.: Join Full Circle Yoga School for a rejuvenating adventure and spa retreat in spectacular Key West, Florida. Energize the body, mind, and soul. Embark on a journey of fun, relaxation, and self-exploration. Most of the guests experience a transformation of body mind and spirit as the Key West Retreats offer much more than simply yoga. The peace and tranquility of the islands facilitate deep healing alongside the highly trained teachers that offer their private sessions.
History News
✔️ 1,200 Year Old Christian Cross Found
☛ This Week’s “Old Word.”
Word: “Snollygoster”
Origin: 19th-century American slang
Meaning: A shrewd, unprincipled person—especially a politician who does or says things for personal gain.
"Back in the day, folks didn’t need a thesaurus to call out a crooked character—they just called him a snollygoster."
Answer to Last Week’s Trivia Quiz: Congratulations to those who chose Longwood in Natchez, Mississippi, known as the largest octagonal house in the United States (and for having an unfinished interior).
This Week’s Trivia Question: Give it a try!
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