Flipboard 2025 Destinations

Texas and California might share a country, but they do not always share the same rules. In fact, some things Texans do without thinking could get them fined (or worse) if they tried the same thing in the Golden State. And yeah, a few of these are surprisingly easy to mess up.

While it's a fact that Alaska is the largest state by area and Idaho produces the most potatoes—those facts aren't very amazing. But these facts are...

Booking a tour online can feel easy and exciting, especially when the photos make everything look polished, scenic, and stress-free. But sometimes the real experience looks very different from what was advertised. Maybe the “luxury” bus was old and crowded, the “small group” outing had dozens of people, or the famous stops in the photos were skipped entirely. If that happened, you may be wondering whether your credit card issuer can help you dispute the charge.

Canadians are famously proud of their country—and quick to point out where it outperforms the United States. But polling and cross-border comparisons suggest something more complicated is happening beneath the surface. On certain issues, many Canadians will admit the U.S. has real advantages. Not always comfortably. And rarely without caveats.

Based on national survey data, these are the states where people vent the most—about…well, about pretty much everything. It’s part science, part sass, and totally relatable.

Santa won’t admit it publicly, but he has favorite states—and a few he quietly complains about to the reindeer before every landing. Based on real data and Santa’s notes, here’s how the states rank on the big man's nice and naughty list.

California’s reputation might be all palm trees and perfect weather—but the data tells a different story. According to the latest 2025 Quality of Life Index, California only ranks 29th in the nation. That means there are 28 states where people statistically live better.

If we asked you what state has been ranked best in the country for the last three years—would you have said Utah? Well, if you answered anything other than Utah you would've been wrong. Because, according to the U.S. News & World Report’s Best States ranking, the Beehive State is the best of the best in 2025 (a title it also wore in 2023 and 2024).

Sure, every city has its charm—but not all are equally beloved by their residents. In fact, some U.S. cities consistently rank poorly when locals are asked about quality of life, safety, infrastructure, and overall satisfaction.

Think your state takes too much of your paycheck? Or maybe you brag about living in a “low-tax” paradise? Not all taxes are created equal. Some states lean heavily on income taxes, others on sales or property, and a few don’t tax certain things at all.

Sure, it’s the same country—but moving from the Big Apple to the Lone Star State can feel like a whole different world. People who’ve made the move tend to say the same thing: some changes hit you right away—and others you don’t see coming until you’re living them.