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Melissa Catherine

Staff Writer

AMAC Staff Writing since 2026

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Oct 15, 2026

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AMAC Travel

What to Know Before You Visit the Vatican

From booking Museums tickets 60 days out to avoiding the Wednesday morning Basilica closure, here’s how to plan a Vatican visit that goes smoothly.

Oct 15, 2026

AMAC Travel

The California Muir Knew: Following His Life Through the Sierra

John Muir arrived in California in 1868 with no plan beyond walking toward the mountains. Follow his life from the Yosemite sawmill to the Hetch Hetchy fight he lost, and see what remains of the places that shaped him.

Oct 9, 2026

AMAC Travel

10 American Ghost Towns Frozen in Time and How to See Them

Just in time for Halloween, here’s a rundown of 10 of the best-preserved ghost towns in America, and the best way to experience them all. 

Oct 7, 2026

Travel & Lifestyle

10 Underrated Midwest Towns Worth the Detour

Ten small towns across nine states that rarely make a Midwest itinerary, each worth a full day on its own.

Sep 30, 2026

Travel & Lifestyle

STUDY: One Walk in the Woods Can Boost Your Immune System for a Month 

A study out of Japan found that a few days spent walking through the forest can boost immune function for up to a month. Here's the research, and where to try it.

Sep 25, 2026

AMAC Travel

New Program Let’s Some Travelers Access Airport Gates Without a Boarding Pass

For the first time since 9/11, TSA PreCheck holders can walk to the gate without a flight, now at 13 airports. Here's how Gateside works, where it's available, and what to know before you apply.

Sep 23, 2026

AMAC Travel

The Best Fall Foliage in America This Year, Region by Region 

Fall color moves from north to south and high to low, not on one fixed date. Here's when each major region peaks this year, and the specific roads, parks, and overlooks worth building a trip around.

Sep 18, 2026

AMAC Travel

Shoulder Season Travel: The Case for Skipping the Crowds

Fall means summer crowds finally ease at some of the country's most popular destinations — here's what to know about shoulder season travel, plus six under-the-radar spots worth visiting this fall and spring, from Charleston to Tuscany.

Sep 14, 2026

AMAC Travel

10 Must-See Festivals and Events Happening This September Across the U.S.

Ten festivals worth planning around this September, from a 100th-anniversary street feast in Little Italy to a bison roundup in South Dakota. Here's what to know about tickets, lodging, and timing before you go.

Sep 1, 2026

AMAC Travel

Six Amazing U.S. Scenic Train Rides

From a coal-fired engine chugging through Colorado's high peaks to a blissful ride through California's majestic redwood trees, these trips are bucket list-worthy rides.

Aug 26, 2026