Two years ago at a U.S. Travel Association conference, the ad agency FutureBrand shared results from a survey of more than 2,000 people. FutureBrand had asked them about their perceptions of a state they were unfamiliar with, then showed them marketing materials, travel guides and other information from that state.…

It was my first trip to Silverwood Theme Park in Athol, Idaho, and I was melting in the 89-degree heat. “I need ice cream,” I informed my husband. Read more >>>

Even before the sun sets — after 8 pm in the summer — Coeur d’Alene offers plenty to do and see, from quittin’ time to the wee hours. Read More >>>

Fireworks are fun: They're loud, colorful against the night sky, and — let's face it — kind of thrilling to light up and watch. Read the full article >>

What makes a great lake town? A lovely, inspiring, and beckoning body of water? Check. A cool, relaxing vibe with plenty of splashy and nonsplashy extracurriculars? Check. Affordable and irresistible housing a short hop from the water? Yes, please! Read the full article >>

The terrain in North Idaho varies from rolling grassland to the tree-lined shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene to majestic peaks swathed in evergreen. That, combined with a thriving bike culture makes for a range of rides for all ages, abilities and attitudes. Read the full article >>

Disney's glittering theme parks draw the crowds year round – but there are plenty more besides its fairy tale offerings. From huge sites dotted with hair-raising roller coasters to smaller family-owned affairs, the USA has no shortage of amusement parks. We've picked the best across the country. Read the full…

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho—A Coeur d’Alene restaurant was the only food establishment in the state of Idaho to land on AAA’s Four and Five Diamond rated restaurants list. Beverly’s has been rated as a Four Diamond restaurant since 1989, according to AAA. AAA defined Four Diamond Restaurants as food establishments that…

Americans are relocating to retirement hot spots scattered around the country and returning to suburbia, according to Census Bureau figures released Thursday. Read the full story >>

by Trip Savvy In the golf world, Coeur d'Alene is known for the floating golf green at The Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course and the Putter Boat that shuttles you from the shore to the green. Located just east of the Resort's hotel and marina complex, the golf course overlooks…