See Urban Reinvention in Denver
- By Alex Schechter
- Artisan eateries, revamped warehouse districts, and mixed-use studio spaces are bringing new life to the city’s formerly industrial spaces.
More Revitalized Urban Destinations
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.
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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.
Tri-State Area
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Skip the Horse Races in Saratoga Springs -
The city celebrates the 150th anniversary of its famous racetrack this summer, but its cultural and culinary offerings are best enjoyed before the crowds descend.
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Mellow Out in Montauk -
While the South Fork’s most remote beach town has spawned a growing nightlife scene in recent years, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy its natural beauty and quieter pleasures.
East
Enjoy the Off-season in Martha’s Vineyard-
Take advantage of fall's smaller crowds and lower prices to fully appreciate the island’s small-town charms and natural beauty.
Soak Up the Art Scene in Philadelphia-
World-class museums, cutting-edge galleries, and ubiquitous street murals make this city a trove of creative riches.
West
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Explore City and Country in Missoula -
Head to Big Sky country in western Montana for rugged adventures without giving up the creature comforts of urban life.
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Find Small-Town Style and Charm in Astoria, Oregon -
This former industrial town two hours from Portland has transformed into a stylish weekend destination while honoring its maritime history.
South
Go Gallery-Hopping in Sarasota -
Cutting-edge art spaces, public installations, and even a neo-burlesque troupe have added contemporary flair to this Gulf Coast city of white-sand beaches and old-school cultural institutions.
Slurp Oysters on Virginia’s Eastern Shore-
A wave of sustainable oyster farms have transformed the region, bringing new opportunities to taste the area's increasingly popular bivalves straight from the source.
Midwest
Hit the Peninsulas in Traverse City -
With farms, vineyards, and foraging chefs, this bucolic retreat in northern Michigan is a rising destination for food lovers.
Go Beyond Football in Madison-
Best known as a college town, Wisconsin’s progressive capital city is also home to notable architecture and art, as well as an emerging culinary scene.
International
Go Wild in Wales -
The U.K.’s most underrated country is home to a cosmopolitan capital, stunning national parks, rugged coasts, and a burgeoning adventure-sports scene.
Discover Stunning Wine Country in the Guadalupe Valley -
More than a decade into its winemaking revival, the Napa of Mexico now lives up to its nickname with top-tier hotels and dining.
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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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