It’s that time of year again, when Vulture’s critics embark on our messiest annual tradition: finalizing our top-ten lists.

Explore the 300-mile route through Upstate New York by foot, bike, boat or car with attractions just steps from the water.

One moment you’re in dense pine forest with a soft carpet of needles beneath your feet, and just around the bend, you emerge into an open area where prickly pear cactus – yes, actual cactus in ...

Updated December 2025 by Paige Townley Sure, we love the scent of freshly baked cookies. We don’t, however, love the mess ...

Our list of the 100 best albums of 2025, featuring Geese, Bad Bunny, Rochelle Jordan, Lorde, Wet Leg, and more.