The gateway city to Park City, Utah is not just a destination for skiers and snowboarders. The resort-town has plenty of adventures in summer and fall as well.
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South of Portland, Maine, is a harborfront getaway promising fun for the whole family, from sandy beaches and historic lighthouses to gardens and boat tours.
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After touring this Arkansas cavern full of whimsical natural formations such as stalagmites and flowstones, pan for gems so you can leave with a souvenir.
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The Great Lakes region may not be the first place on your list when you think of the best places to retire, but there are a few reasons why it should be.
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This lakeside Minneapolis neighborhood is like a quaint small town with the amenities of a big city, from antique stores to historic museums.
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This Fresno County lake was made especially for relaxing and cooling off in, but high levels of certain bacteria may put a damper on your outing.
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Just 30 minutes from Austin, this family-friendly Texas city is home to many barbecue restaurants, local shops, and a 27,000-acre preserve, among other parks.
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This suburb of St. Louis is one of the best places to live in Illinois thanks to a family-friendly popular park, small-town charm, and big-city convenience.
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This Ski Passport program gives kids of all ages access to more than a dozen Colorado ski resorts for less than the cost of the average ski lift ticket.
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The Chicago suburbs are full of hidden gems and this one is a family-friendly haven filled with beautiful lakes, hikes, excellent shopping, and plenty of parks.
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This family-friendly attraction in a popular Southern U.S. state was ranked the No. 3 best thing to do in the world and the top attraction in the country.
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If you want to escape the crowds of Orlando and Miami, there are plenty of Florida college towns that offer history, culture, food, and laid-back beachy vibes.
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Away from SoCal's famous coast is this charming town, where you can find a wide variety of apple pies and other eats, along with gold rush history and nature.
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This little-known city outside Morgantown, West Virginia has incredible fishing along its rivers and a robust zoo with lots of events for kids.
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With just over 8,000 people, this town features a charming small-town vibe along with all the majestic natural beauty of bigger Blue Ridge cities.
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This Michigan town is so tiny, its downtown area is only four blocks large. Yet it packs a ton of rustic charm and local history into such a little place.
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A hamlet in New York's Adirondacks is a gentle family-friendly destination with excellent craft beer, great hiking trails, and relaxation on Lake George.
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Calling all history buffs and outdoor lovers! Explore the charming town on the Ohio River with military reenactments, scenic trails, and colorful murals.
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For a quieter day at a Florida beach, visit this family-friendly spot for some good fishing and boating. There's also an area designed with kids in mind.
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Besides being the filming location of a '90s film, this Texas town is bursting with character. Visit for a charming Main Street, shopping, and nature.
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Only an hour's drive from the center of Chicago, this rural getaway is safe, perfect for families, and full of charming farms and nature preserves.
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Grab the family and head to this quaint town by Atlanta, Georgia. Here you can enjoy fun and artsy activities, and a stroll downtown with wine in hand.
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Home to 3,000 hippo statues across its 75 square miles, this quirky Austin suburb offers a safe, family-friendly atmosphere and affordable living in Texas.
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A short train and bus ride away from Munich, there's a gorgeous, clear lake surrounded by mountains on both sides — and without crowds. Here's how to get there.
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A beautiful nature preserve tucked into an Ohio college town hides a secret cave within a swath of land donated by a father in memory of his daughter.
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This spot near the Mississippi River in Illinois boasts several green spaces, golf courses, and a Main Street bursting with lovely small-town vibes.
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Outside of one of Germany's biggest cities, escape into the forest to this storybook castle and feel as though you stepped back in time to the 1500s.
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