Local parks often form the recreational backbone of a community, and this small regional park near the Smoky Mountains makes for a great weekend outing.
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Lake Superior is a summer stunner, but winter brings out another face of the world's largest freshwater lake. Head to these 5 destinations when the temps drop.
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For a romantic escape in New Hampshire’s idyllic mountain landscape, visit a winter wonderland where ice crystals are illuminated by colorful lights.
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This prestigious Hamptons destination offers wide sandy beaches, renowned golf courses, and a refined coastal atmosphere just a few hours from New York City.
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If you can't get enough mushrooms, this Texas town needs to go on your itinerary. The Mushroom Capital of Texas holds an annual festival with food and fun.
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Explore contemporary art venues like the 1310 Gallery and tree-lined streets with funky, pastel-colored bungalows in this historic Fort Lauderdale neighborhood.
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From Elvis Presley’s favorite pizza to a 1920s family recipe, discover the Memphis restaurant that helped invent barbecue pizza.
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Colorado's national parks are stunning, but its state parks are nothing to scoff at. This relatively unknown park feels isolated, despite being easy to reach.
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In California, a coastal city anchors a legendary cross-country highway, offering landmarks, oceanfront streets, and a milestone year of celebrations.
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There are countless things to do in Chicago, but if you want to get out of the city for a bit, visit this suburb that’s full of culture and natural beauty.
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This community sits on the water and offers tons of fresh air adventures for locals and visitors, with lakefront parks, an arboretum, fishing, and paddling.
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There's a lot that Memphis visitors will miss if they're only hitting Graceland, like this walkable neighborhood that offers great shopping and eating.
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Between LA and San Jose sits an underrated California lake known for fishing, boating, and lakeside camping, with miles of shoreline and secluded coves.
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This part of town includes several residential blocks and a pretty park that are convenient to popular areas of town, such as Nob Hill and the fairgrounds.
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The commonwealth has several cities that are well-suited for those getting around on foot, with city centers that are loaded with great food and things to do.
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Chicago has robust public transit, and CTA has a long-running campaign to encourage courtesy and that riders are on their best behavior when riding the bus.
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In Colorado, a mountain retreat blends hot springs, family-friendly attractions, and overnight stays for travelers seeking both relaxation and activity.
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Just outside of Nashville, you’ll find a lakeside camping area with opportunities to get out on the water while enjoying the Volunteer State’s gorgeous nature.
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Kansas City has a walkable art district full of creative people doing what they do best, and it's worth checking out for the art and the great restaurants.
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Quiet state parks, unusual geological features, and scenic river valleys make these overlooked Pennsylvania nature spots ideal for memorable getaways.
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Chicago’s sprawling urban landscape is rich with cultural diversity, and one friendly suburb offers green parks and small-town eateries frequented by locals.
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This diner, named the best in New York, is a destination for 1950s nostalgia and delicious burgers, close enough to the airport to visit during a long layover.
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Thinking of moving to a ski town? We ranked the best places to live year-round based on affordability, health care, culture and outdoor access.
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Fans of 1980s Brat Pack-era films may want to visit this charming Maryland destination that was used as a filming location for a cult-classic movie.
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Houston isn’t short on delicious barbecue restaurants and smokehouses, and these local hole-in-the-wall eateries are some of the city’s best.
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For the perfect place to stay while exploring Orlando or Disney, head to this Disney-inspired suburb that is very walkable and full of parks and attractions.
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Hollywood icon Elizabeth Taylor spent a lot of time at this luxurious California retreat, honeymooning in her favorite suite for the majority of her marriages.
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