The global heritage tourism market is closing in on $1 trillion in annual value. At $607 billion in 2024 and climbing, it’s one of the fastest-growing segments in travel, and America250 is about to pour fuel on the fire.

For the first time in its more than 100-year history, the Appalachian National Scenic Trail has entered the National Park Service visitation rankings.

Social prescribing may sound like a wellness buzzword, but the economic stakes are real. Social isolation among older adults is associated with $6.7 billion in excess Medicare spending annually, while stress-related absenteeism tied to loneliness costs American employers an estimated $154 billion a year. 

For travelers hoping to unplug on their next beach vacation, a new report suggests the best escape may be the one with weaker cell service and less development along the shore.