Ride the Waves in Charleston
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By Edna Ishayik
- South Carolina’s coastal city offers a growing surf scene and a host of other beachy activities.
More Summer Getaways
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Sip Cava in Catalonia -
Explore Spain’s stunning wine country, where a new wave of small-scale producers is elevating cava’s standing above its humble reputation.
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Hit the Coast in Cape Elizabeth -
Minutes from downtown Portland sits this quiet town, whose lighthouse-dotted landscape offers a summertime haven for nature and seafood lovers.
Tri-State Area
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Celebrate Spring in Ulster County -
Savor the season's first blooms over local wines and whiskey, and choose from an abundance of outdoor activities just 90 minutes from the city.
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Detox in Delaware County -
Head to the western Catskills to find health-conscious B&Bs, farm-to-table feasts, and ecoretreats.
East
Eat Your Way Through Providence -
Home to one of the nation's top cooking schools and a thriving restaurant scene, Rhode Island's capital is increasingly a destination for food-obsessed travelers.
Enjoy Fall in Litchfield County-
While much of the Catskills and Vermont is still recovering from Hurricane Irene, northwestern Connecticut’s untouched trails and orchards make for an ideal seasonal getaway.
West
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Get Lost in the Desert in Palm Springs -
Explore rocky canyons and hip hotels near the site of the annual Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.
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Geek Out in Silicon Valley -
Visit the headquarters of tech titans, explore the history of computing, and enjoy natural beauty in California’s dot-com nexus.
South
Be a Grown-up in Key West -
Skip the party-town fixtures and take advantage of the island’s fixed-up resorts, serious-minded restaurants, and a growing selection of waterfront activities.
Go Alternative in Asheville-
Home to the annual electronic-music festival Moogfest, this progressive spot in the heart of the Smoky Mountains boasts a thriving arts and music scene year-round.
Midwest
Discover Urban Renewal in Detroit-
A wave of nonprofits and food-focused locals is revitalizing once-abandoned neighborhoods with urban farms, public art projects, and locavore restaurants.
Explore the Newer Side of Milwaukee-
Wisconsin’s largest city is shrugging off its Rust Belt reputation by transforming old warehouses and historic buildings into boutique hotels, craft breweries, indie concert halls, and urban farms.
International
See a Sportier Side of London-
The upcoming Olympic Games have created new opportunities for cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and even white-water rafting around the metropolis that even non-athletes can enjoy.
Go Retro in Stockholm-
Sweden's island-dotted capital is home to design-centric hotels and restaurants, offbeat vintage shops, and centuries of history.
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NORTHEAST U.S.
Hudson Valley
Beacon is host to a slew of new independent galleries, art cafés, and design stores.
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Camden, Maine
Skip lobster in favor of the town’s vineyards, farm markets, and cooking schools.
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Boston Harbor
The revitalized waterfront is packed with luxury hotels and great restaurants.
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Montauk
A crush of newly renovated hotels, boutiques, and off-the-beaten-path seafood spots are revitalizing the classic beach town.
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