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☆ The 5 best states to visit on your first trip to the US, according to a traveler who's been to all 50
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-19 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

AdvertisementNicole Sunderland has been to all 50 US states and has a few suggestions for first-time visitors. Michigan, Florida, Alaska, Hawaii, and Utah are her top picks for first-time visitors. From lush forests to scenic seaside drives and iconic skylines, the US has something for every type of traveler. With visitors able to experience multiple landscapes in one trip, it's no surprise the country was touted as the top tourism destination in the World Economic Forum's Travel & Tourism Development Index 2024. If you're a first-time visitor in need of some inspiration, here are five states you could add to your itinerary for a mix of popular and off-beat experiences, according to Nicole Sunderland.

Persons: Nicole Sunderland, it's, Nicole Sunderland —, —, she's Organizations: Tourism, United States Travel Association's, Sunderland, Business Locations: Michigan, Florida, Alaska, Hawaii, Utah, Portland , Oregon, New York, Boston, San Francisco, America, California

☆ After visiting all 50 states, a travel expert shares the top 5 she wants to revisit
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-17 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Nicole Sunderland first caught the travel bug over two decades ago when she sold magazines door to door around the country. Advertisement"I was like, 'This is so me, whatever it is,'" Sunderland told Business Insider. Although most of her recent work spotlights opulent hotels, cruise stays, and international luxury travel experiences, she periodically revisits her favorite states to explore new spots. "My goal is to visit at least five places in the US that I have not been to before because I want to continue exploring more of the US," Sunderland told BI. AdvertisementHere are five states she's been to and would love to explore again soon.

Persons: Nicole Sunderland, she's Organizations: ., Sunderland, Business, Greyhound Locations: . Nevada , Arizona, Virginia, Orlando, Islip , New York

☆ The best fried chicken shop in every state, according to Yelp
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-08 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

In honor of National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day, we've listed Yelp's top fried-chicken spots. AdvertisementWith National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day coming up on November 9, there's no better time to celebrate this crispy, savory sandwich. However, if you're on the hunt for some local fare, Yelp's list of the top fried chicken shops in every state is worth checking out. Fried chicken remains a favorite in the US, both for dining out and for enjoying at home. AdvertisementFor Yelp's list, which it released in August, it rounded up the best spots to get fried chicken by identifying businesses in its "chicken shop" category and ranking them based on ratings and the number of five-star reviews.

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☆ I tried McDonald's spicy chicken nuggets and think they should be added permanently to the menu
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-07 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

McDonald's spicy chicken nuggets are back in select stores for a limited time. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! McDonald's joined the trend earlier this week by bringing back its spicy chicken nuggets. I first tried the brand's spicy chicken nuggets while living in Dubai in 2022, and they were so good I realized I could never enjoy the original nuggets — my mall comfort meal since childhood — the same way again. Here's what I thought about the Spicy Chicken McNuggets from McDonald's.

Persons: they've, —, McDonald's Organizations: Service, Business, change.org Locations: Dubai, New York, McDonald's

Taco Bell is reviving five menu items from past decades for a limited time. We tried the new Decades menu and the Meximelt was our clear favorite. When the first Taco Bell restaurant opened in Downey, California, in 1962, it offered just five menu items: frijoles, tostadas, burritos, tacos, and a chili burger. Now, Taco Bell is hoping to evoke a sense of nostalgia in customers with its new "Decades" menu that features five of its previously discontinued items. We tried four items on Taco Bell's new Decades menu (the Caramel Apple Empanada will be released on November 21) and ranked them from our least favorite to our favorite.

Persons: Taco, —, Bell, Taco Bell, Wendy's, SpongeBob, Patty, Burger, McDonald's Organizations: Taco Bell, Service, Paramount, Nickelodeon, Burger King, Fast Company Locations: Downey , California

☆ At this McDonald's in Italy, your Big Mac comes with a side of ancient ruins
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-02 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

In 2014, during construction on a McDonald's in Italy, workers found an ancient road. McDonald's Italia supported restoration work on the road before building the restaurant over it. Visitors to the restaurant in Frattocchie can see the road and skeletons among its stones. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . In 2014, workers building the restaurant on the outskirts of Rome stumbled upon an ancient Roman road.

Persons: —, Gary He, Mario Federico, Trevi, Federico, Here's Organizations: McDonald's, Service, Daily Telegraph Locations: Italy, Rome

☆ 10 of the most haunted restaurants in the US
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-31 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Haunted restaurants offer a unique dining experience. Yelp identified some of the most haunted restaurants in the US based on customer reviews. AdvertisementIf you're looking for a distinct dining experience this Halloween, these haunted restaurants, with their spooky histories, serve some delectable dishes with a side of terror. To help diners find the most haunted restaurants in the US, Yelp identified businesses with high ratings and comments featuring ghost sightings. Related Video How America's largest buffet survived the death of all-you-can-eatsHere are 10 of the most haunted restaurants in the US, according to Yelp.

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☆ I tried Popeyes' and Subway's new ghost-pepper sandwiches. They were inventive, but not spicy enough to give me a real scare.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-30 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Popeyes and Subway recently launched their own takes on a ghost-pepper sandwich. I tried both and thought they were milder than other spicy sandwiches I've had. For the last two years, Burger King has sold a ghost-pepper Whopper and ghost-pepper chicken fries in time for Halloween. Starting in May 2023, Wendy's added its own ghost-pepper items to menus, including fries, chicken nuggets, and chicken sandwiches. Here's what I discovered when I tried the ghost-pepper sandwich from Popeyes and Subway.

Persons: Z's, —, Bhut, Burger, Wendy's, Zers, I've Organizations: Subway, Service, YouTube Locations: Imphal, Northeast India

☆ A traveler who's been to 35 national parks shares her top 5 for fall leaf-peeping
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-28 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Alexandra Blodgett has been to 35 national parks in the US. She prefers parks with stunning views and epic hikes but also loves leaf-peeping in the fall. She thinks North Cascades National Park in Washington is an underrated fall foliage site. Visiting national parks to see the season's colors, or "leaf peep," is a popular pastime and gives a major boost to some states' economies. Here are her five favorite national parks to visit in fall.

Persons: Alexandra Blodgett, —, We're, She's, Blodgett Organizations: Service, Appalachian State University Locations: Washington

☆ Insider Today: America's billionaire hub
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-19 | by ( Joi-Marie Mckenzie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

This post originally appeared in the Insider Today newsletter. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. European manufacturers are trying to claw back some of the market share of electric vehicles from their Chinese competitors. AdvertisementMore of this week's top reads:The Insider Today team: Dan DeFrancesco, deputy editor and anchor, in New York City.

Persons: —, Siri, James Bond, Tom Carter, Ram, Fiat —, Leapmotor, Carlos Tavares, Joey Hadden, Jackson, It's, BI's Joey Hadden, Taylor, Chelsea Jia Feng, Taylor Swift, Swift, she'll, Konrad Krajewski, Uber, Priyanka Rajput, Troy Aikman, Anna Kendrick, Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, Peacock, Elisabeth Finch, Rebecca Zisser, We've, grout, Dan DeFrancesco, Jordan Parker Erb, Lisa Ryan, Amanda Yen, Grace Lett Organizations: Business, Service, Getty, BYD's, Paris, European Union, Jeep, Fiat, Economic Policy Institute, Target, BI, NFL, Apple, Netflix Locations: London, China, Jackson Hole , Wyoming, York City, Manhattan, LaGuardia, ozina, caked, Patagonia, New York City, New York, Chicago

☆ 9 tips for making the perfect butter chicken at home, according to a Michelin-starred chef
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-17 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Akshay Bhardwaj, the executive chef at Junoon, shared tips for making the perfect butter chicken. But it first found its footing as "butter chicken" in the US at Manhattan's now-closed Gaylord Indian Restaurant in 1975. AdvertisementWhile growing up in Queens, New York, Bhardwaj learned there are many variations of butter chicken. AdvertisementBusiness Insider spoke to Bhardwaj via video call to ask for his advice on recreating a restaurant-style butter chicken at home. Here are his top nine tips for making the perfect butter chicken at home.

Persons: Akshay Bhardwaj, —, New York City's, Joe's, Bhardwaj Organizations: Service, New York, Gaylord Indian, Costco, Manhattan, Michelin Locations: New, India, Manhattan's, Queens , New York, North India, West

☆ The most haunted home in every US state
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-16 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Business Insider identified haunted homes in every US state via various paranormal sighting reports. The haunted homes industry in the US reportedly checks in at least $300 million annually. In America, haunted homes are not only a staple of the spooky season; they can be highly lucrative and raise a town's profile as a tourist destination. To find the most haunted home in every state, Business Insider considered properties that are known locally for their spooky occurrences or ghost sightings, or ones with horrifying backstories. From abandoned mansions to historic hotels, here's where the spookiest haunted home is hiding in every US state.

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☆ I tested Uber's new $18 airport shuttle service in New York City, and it's a game changer
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-15 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Uber launched an $18 shuttle service from Midtown Manhattan to LaGuardia Airport. I tried the service to and from the airport and have already reserved my next ride for Thanksgiving. download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . Last week, Uber announced the launch of a new $18 shuttle service from three Manhattan locations to LaGuardia Airport and back starting October 8. To test the new service, I took a shuttle from Penn Station to LaGuardia's Terminal C and returned from the airport to Port Authority.

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☆ The best taco spot in every state, according to Yelp
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-14 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | Erin Mcdowell | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Yelp identified the best taco spot in every state based on customer reviews and ratings. From Michelin-star taco stands to family-owned taquerias, these US restaurants serve the best tacos. Among the best tacos are classics with traditional fillings and authentic Oaxaca-inspired eats. To help diners find the best spots serving tacos in the US, Yelp rounded up the best restaurants in every state by identifying businesses in its "taco" category and ranking them based on ratings and the number of five-star reviews. AdvertisementHere are the best taco shops in every state — and what to order.

Persons: Yelp, —, Tacos — Organizations: Michelin, Service, Pew Research Center Locations: Oaxaca, SafeGraph

☆ The best times to book travel for the holidays, according to Google Flights
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-11 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Google Flights recently shared its 2024 travel trends report. According to the report, the best time to book plane tickets for Thanksgiving is early October. However, the company also suggested that prices would fall slightly in October, making it a good time to book flights. Whether you plan to travel to a new destination or visit family and friends, Google Flights analyzed four years of airfare data and produced a report highlighting the best times to book holiday tickets this year. AdvertisementBeginning with an overview of the best and cheapest days of the week to specific insights on domestic, international, and holiday travel, these are Google Flights' guidelines on when to book your tickets.

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☆ The top 10 party universities in the US, ranked
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-10 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

The Wall Street Journal, in collaboration with College Pulse, ranked the best party schools in the US. The Journal ranked schools based on student and alumni data about the party culture on campus. 1 party school in the US for 2025. AdvertisementEvery year, The Wall Street Journal publishes a list of the best party schools in the US as part of its annual best colleges list. Here's a closer look at the best party schools that made the list.

Persons: —, University of Miami —, Here's Organizations: Street, The, Tulane University, University of Dayton, Service, University of Miami, Texas State University, Round, Hampton University Locations: Lake Osceola, Coral Gables , Florida, San Marcos, Round Rock , Texas, New Orleans, Ohio

☆ Ranked: The most popular costumes for adults, pets, and kids this Halloween
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-09 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Spending on costumes could reach nearly $3.8 billion this year, per the National Retail Federation. The National Retail Federation reported that about 72% of people plan on participating in Halloween festivities. AdvertisementAs part of the preparations, the National Retail Federation surveyed 7,945 people about their Halloween shopping plans in early September and ranked the most popular costumes for kids, adults, and pets this year. Meanwhile, adults prefer classic witch costumes for themselves and pumpkin costumes for their pets. These are the most popular Halloween costumes for kids, adults, and pets in 2024, according to the National Retail Federation.

Persons: —, you've, haven't, it's Organizations: National Retail Federation, Service

☆ I ranked apple pies from 5 fast-food chains. My favorite was also the cheapest.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-05 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

I tried apple pies from Arby's, KFC, McDonald's, Panda Express, and Popeyes. But come fall, I ditch my go-to chicken potpies for the season's staple: apple pie. It found that apple pie consistently ranked in the top five most popular pies across the country. To find which fast-food chain serves the best apple pie, I tried pies from Arby's, KFC, McDonald's, Panda Express, and Popeyes and ranked them from my least favorite to my favorite based on flavor, texture, and value. Here's how every fast-food apple pie ranked.

Persons: —, Instacart Organizations: KFC, Panda Express, Service Locations: Arby's

☆ The 5 red flags a chef looks out for when dining at a high-end Indian restaurant
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-05 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +2 min

Chef Akshay Bhardwaj shared red flags to look out for when trying a new high-end Indian restaurant. AdvertisementWhen it comes to fine dining Indian cuisine, Chef Akshay Bhardwaj understands the challenge that Indian chefs face when balancing authenticity with American palettes. "Indian fine dining, as a concept, is a relatively recent phenomenon that has picked up in the last 10 to 15 years, especially in America," Bhardwaj told Business Insider. Bhardwaj told Business Insider that his first advice for anyone wishing to taste modernized Indian items is to "come with an open mind and just try." AdvertisementAs someone who has worked closely on developing menus and reimagining traditional Indian flavors with a global twist, he knows when something is amiss and shared the top five red flags he looks out for when he's craving a high-end Indian meal.

Persons: Akshay Bhardwaj, —, He's, Jamun —, Bhardwaj Organizations: Service, Bloomberg Locations: Indian, Goa, India, America, New York

☆ I grew up in Dubai and moved to New York 2 years ago. Here are 5 things I miss — and 5 I love about my new home.
▼ + stars: | 2024-10-02 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

I grew up in Dubai but moved to New York for college in 2022. That was until 2022, when I moved to New York City for my master's degree. Two years on, I've come to love New York City and its many quirks. For now, I exist between missing parts of Dubai —especially around the festive season — and loving parts of New York. AdvertisementHere are five things I miss about Dubai and five that I love about New York.

Persons: —, expats, I'd Organizations: Service, Dubai Statistics Center, Netflix, New, Dubai Locations: Dubai, New York, . New York, India, New York City

☆ A man who's visited over 100 McDonald's restaurants around the world shares 10 items he thinks should be on every US menu
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-29 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +3 min

Having traveled to over 55 countries, photojournalist Gary He has tried many McDonald's menus. In his upcoming book, He has captured the cultural essence of McDonald's locations around the world. Speaking to Business Insider, He shared the top 10 items he wishes were on American menus. The book features over 200 photographs of menu items and architectural wonders that showcase how this American chain has integrated across cultures. AdvertisementHere, we've rounded the 10 global items He wishes were on American menus.

Persons: Gary, —, Gary He, documentarian, James Beard, Europe — Organizations: Service, Google, Street Locations: Marrakech, Morocco, Brooklyn, Chicago, Europe

☆ Selena Gomez, now a billionaire, has owned multimillion-dollar properties in Texas and California. Take a look at her real-estate portfolio.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-27 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

In 2014, the "Monte Carlo" actor bought a Mediterranean-style residence in Calabasas, California, for $3.69 million. This Santa Monica mountain view visible from Calabasas. Andy Konieczny/ShutterstockFor her next real-estate purchase, Gomez chose a $3.69 million 7,700-square-foot mansion in Calabasas, a neighborhood that's been home to celebrities including Kim Kardashian, Miley Cyrus, and Justin Bieber. The five-bedroom, six-bathroom home was among Mureau Estates' 11 luxury villas, part of a big, private gated community. The main home, per House Beautiful, featured five fireplaces, a gym, a movie theater, and even an underground wine cellar.

Persons: Monte Carlo, Andy Konieczny, Gomez, Kim Kardashian, Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber Organizations: Mureau Estates, Teen Vogue Locations: Calabasas , California, Monica, Calabasas, French Montana

According to Realtor.com, about 19.3% of homes listed for sale saw a price cut in August, easing some pressure off buyers plagued by high mortgage rates. The Fed cut rates last week and is expected to lower them further in the coming months, which should eventually push down mortgage rates and increase homebuyers' purchasing power. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. To compile this list, Business Insider scoured Zillow listings. AdvertisementHere's a look at the priciest homes for sale in each state.

Persons: —, Knight Frank Organizations: Service, Business, LA's Bel Air Locations: Manhattan, Los Angeles, Palm, New York, Central, LA's Bel, Florida

☆ The 10 most popular travel destinations this Thanksgiving, according to Google Flights
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-19 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +1 min

Google Flights shared the top-searched destinations on its platform for Thanksgiving 2024. The data is based on the most-searched travel destinations for November and December 2024. Go to newsletter preferences Thanks for signing up! download the app Email address Sign up By clicking “Sign Up”, you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy . With Thanksgiving a little over two months away, it's a good time to think about booking flights, and Google Flights' most-searched travel destinations might serve as some inspiration.

Persons: — Organizations: Google, Service, Business Locations: Orlando

☆ TikTokers are taking 'aesthetic' photos of their TSA trays in the latest travel trend. But not everyone's on board.
▼ + stars: | 2024-09-11 | by ( Priyanka Rajput | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

Gen Z's fall travel trend requires participants to conceptualize, style, and photograph their personal belongings at the TSA's airport security checkpoint before hopping on their flight. From outfits and accessories to aesthetically arranging her airport security bins, everything is conceptualized in advance. Not everyone can creatively thrive under airport security pressure, though. That meant purchasing a plastic security bin before travel to keep up with the trend. @mystackers What the Stackers marketing team’s airport security trays look like this Summer… whos tray is your vibe?

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