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Charleston

Ride the Waves in Charleston

South Carolina’s coastal city offers a growing surf scene and a host of other beachy activities.

More Summer Getaways

CataloniaSip 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.

Cape ElizabethHit 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.


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Tri-State Area

Ulster CountyCelebrate 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.

Delaware CountyDetox in Delaware County

Head to the western Catskills to find health-conscious B&Bs, farm-to-table feasts, and ecoretreats.

East

Cape ElizabethEat 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.

NantucketEnjoy 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

Santa FeGet 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.

Silicon ValleyGeek 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

New OrleansBe 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.

New OrleansGo 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

Jackson HoleDiscover 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.

Jackson HoleExplore 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

LondonSee 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.

StockholmGo 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.

BeaconHudson Valley

Beacon is host to a slew of new independent galleries, art cafés, and design stores.

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CamdenCamden, Maine

Skip lobster in favor of the town’s vineyards, farm markets, and cooking schools.

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BostonBoston Harbor

The revitalized waterfront is packed with luxury hotels and great restaurants.

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MontaukMontauk

A crush of newly renovated hotels, boutiques, and off-the-beaten-path seafood spots are revitalizing the classic beach town.

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