One town in North Carolina's Great Smoky Mountains range has unique connections to the local Native American people, including handicraft shops and a museum.
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This pristine spring-fed river, located just outside Orlando, provides hours of great paddling in crystal-clear water, swimming holes, and wildlife viewing.
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This state park offers a pleasant mix of things to do by land or water: swim, fish, or boat on the quiet lake, or take a hike or biking trek along the trails.
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If you're seeking an escape from the bustle of D.C., drive over to this small nearby town, which offers heaps of green space, fun festivals, and a rich history.
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An hour away from Washington, D.C., this majestic vineyard offers some of the finest Blue Ridge Mountain wine as well as tastings and tours.
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This serene city on the Wisconsin River is surrounded by natural beauty on all sides, with an equally picturesque downtown packed with attractions for all ages.
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Within Virginia's Appalachian range, there's an "adventure tourism capital" town with mountain charm and plenty to do for hikers, bikers, and motorcyclists.
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A town north of Chicago on the shores of Lake Michigan offers travelers sandy beaches, boutique shops, and charming small-town community activities.
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With corridors of couture boutiques, enchanting indoor-outdoor gardens, world-famous DJ sets, and so much more, this fabled Las Vegas hotel has all the spoils.
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Once a seaside haven for Hollywood elites, this Los Angeles community near LAX now lies abandoned, its streets reclaimed by dunes and butterflies.
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Stomp through a watery marsh, go fishing on a lake, and experience one of the country's largest cranberry harvests in this rural Wisconsin destination.
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In Wyoming, a deserted penitentiary remains steeped in dark history, with chilling tales and lingering energy from its decades of operation.
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The wilds of the Beaver State are packed with challenging hikes, but few trails are as daunting as this one. The views are spectacular, but is it worth it?
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Perched on the Snake River, this scenic Idaho city enjoys a lower cost of living, cheaper house prices, a vibrant historic old town, and waterfalls galore.
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This incredible, scenic road trip is perfect for a long weekend and will take you to plenty of amazing places in the Sierra Nevadas, including Lake Tahoe.
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If you want to explore the great outdoors, South Carolina is a stunning place to do it -- and its long, winding trail brings you through some of its best sites.
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On the New Jersey-Pennsylvania border along the Delaware River, one small town promises bluff hikes, quirky shops, nice restaurants, and cool music venues.
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From "Tarzan" to "All the King's Men," this scenic movie-lover's road trip showcases the best of Louisiana with dramatic bayou landscapes and quaint towns.
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If you're looking to cast a line and escape from it all, this rustic Oregon inn is just the trick with quaint, riverside accommodation and plenty of steelhead.
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This popular city in North Carolina has one of the worst walkability scores, according to Walk Score. Here's what's changing and what to do there.
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This suburb of Chicago is full of amazing arts activities like a walkable sculpture park and interesting museums –– plus excellent eateries along the way.
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If you're close to retirement and want to live out your golden years in wealth, this is how much you'll need for the top destination in the U.S.
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Texas has it all, but one small community just a short drive from Houston ticks all of the Lone Star State's boxes with added natural magnificence.
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This Arizona desert site is a great place to bask in beautiful nature and get a glimpse into the area's history.
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This charming Midwest town in Wisconsin feels like stepping into the Swiss Alps, complete with chalets, alpine brews, and authentic European charm.
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A luxurious destination close to Miami grants all the amenities you can want within a walkable distance, in a serene nook of Florida beach.
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Flying can be stressful, especially if you're flying with your family. This airport, though, is one of the best in the country if you've got kids.
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