Articles by Brittany Smith:
15 Most Photographed Businesses in the Midwest, According to Yelp
In celebration of fifteen years of Yelp, we tapped on the shoulder of our data scientists to find Yelp’s 15 most photographed businesses in the Midwest. These drool-worthy spots range from an art museum in Detroit to a famous horse track in Louisville. Methodology: This is an all-time list of the 15 most photographed businesses… Read more
How to make the most of your lunch break in Downtown Indy
Since when did lunch become chowing down over the keyboard? Here’s to reclaiming the middle of the day and turning it into your own downtown adventure in the Circle City. 1: Learn something new. Pop into one of the many museums found in the square mile and catch a new exhibit. From historic homes to… Read more
Gatlinburg: Like A Local
Gatlinburg: Like A Local Sometimes referred to as “Kitsch Mountain”, the Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee are no stranger to tourists. The National Park Service reported 11.4 million visitors to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2018. With the help of Yelper insight, we’ve curated picks to escape the “touristy scene” for an authentic… Read more
Top 30 Bakeries in the US
Looking for a bakery to check out during your next road trip or a new favorite in your backyard? Look no further. From ooey gooey cinnamon rolls and fluffy croissants made in a coat check closet to Italian cookies and classic cupcakes, this round up of the top 30 bakeries in America is certain to… Read more
Will Travel For Beer: 6 Beer Experiences Worth Traveling For
From a historical beer camp in Fishers, Indiana to a dog-friendly brewery hotel outside of Columbus, Ohio, we’ve rounded up six remarkable beer experiences from coast to coast that every beer lover will want to add to their bucket list. On the road or looking for a new brewery in your backyard? Pull up the… Read more
Yelp Celebrates Women’s History Month with Women-Owned Decal for Businesses
Our Women’s History Month efforts at Yelp focus on education, celebration and calling attention to the barriers that still stand in the way of gender equality. This includes honoring the impact women have made on U.S. History, highlighting employees across the company, featuringwomen-owned businesses, supporting women-focused nonprofits, and igniting intersectional conversations that spur action. Out… Read more
Explore Orlando: Like A Local
There is so much more to Orlando than theme parks. With spring break season just around the corner, we tapped on the shoulder of local Yelpers for insider tips to explore “The City Beautiful”. Kick the day off with buttermilk garlic biscuits (and pie) at Se7en Bites Served on a metal tray, you can’t go… Read more
Top Cheese Shops in the US and Canada 2019
With National Cheese Lover’s Day just around the corner (stop what you’re doing and mark your calendar for January 20), we’ve rounded up the top 25 cheese shops in the US and Canada according to Yelp data. Cheese shops offer a delicious entry point into a new city—a place to learn about the terroir, to… Read more
Midwest Hotels To Travel For This Winter
Considering a holiday getaway or staycation? Book yourself a night at one of these seven fun and noteworthy spots. If you stay in any of these Midwestern hotels, even if the trip wasn’t that fun, you’d still have stories and pictures of the hotel room as a souvenir. 1. Gralehaus, Louisville, KY Experience: It’s hard to beat… Read more
Ten Most Reviewed Businesses on Yelp in 2018
There’s a lot to see and eat in the world – where to begin? How about this list of the ten most reviewed businesses on Yelp in 2018. You won’t go wrong with this crowd-pleasing lineup. Methodology: This is a list of the most reviewed businesses in the United States over the past year, according to… Read more