If you're in Boston and want a nearby escape into nature, you can head to this lakeside state park and go for a hike or cast a line into the water.
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We've got news for families planning their summer vacation: This Florida city was named a top travel destination for 2026, and it's packed with attractions.
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Named after a famous historical figure who set out searching for gold, these falls make for an excellent quick hike into Georgia's natural beauty.
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Maryland is home to a lot of rural beauty, including this riverside state park where you can cast a line for large catches of rainbow trout or enjoy a hike.
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This unexpected East Coast state may just beat Florida for retirees seeking a healthy outdoor lifestyle combined with lively cities that have it all.
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High in the Alps lies France's largest lake, set among picturesque mountains and quaint villages, it's the ideal spot for boating, fishing, and swimming.
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While Texas isn't usually known for its mountains, the western portion of the state boasts numerous mountain campsites with stunning scenery.
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This RV-friendly resort boasts its own water park, along with other family-friendly amenities from miniature golf to playgrounds and an arcade.
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What was once one of New York City's most troubled waterfront areas is now packed with amusement parks, beach views, and family entertainment.
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Oahu is home to some of the most incredible hiking trails in the U.S. But if you're avoiding crowds, check out these underrated ridge trails.
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This east coast vacation haven, tucked outside a national park in Maine, has partially overturned a ban on large cruise ships as the town debates over tourism.
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This Wisconsin wildlife area feels raw and untouched, with natural habitats, no specific marked trails, grassy marshes, and plenty of fauna.
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Puerto Rico is an easy tropical getaway close to the U.S., and while tourism numbers had been increasing in recent years, they are dipping in 2026.
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With camping grounds, water activities, and breathtaking views, outdoor enthusiasts will want to go to this state park on the border of Ohio and West Virginia.
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Scenic national parks, walkable mountain towns, ski resorts, and strong senior wellness make this Western retirement alternative hard to ignore.
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With its sandy beaches, local restaurants, and popular green spaces, this town near Buffalo is a wonderful spot to disconnect from the hustle of daily life.
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This charming Canadian village offers historic stone buildings, riverside strolls, cozy boutiques, canal views, and storybook streets filled with character.
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If you suffer from environmental allergies, it may be best to leave this city, known for its abundance of flora, out of your 2026 travel plans.
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Skip Maine's busiest national park for a quieter mountain escape with alpine hiking trails, cold clear swimming spots, and panoramic summit views.
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One of TripAdvisor's top American destinations for 2026, this island resort features luxury cottages with ocean views, spas, and romantic restaurants.
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This vacation spot located between Greensboro and Charlotte is North Carolina's second largest manmade lake, boasting premier fishing spots and birding.
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Not all military installations have the same impact on a country's history. But this Boston fort's role in the U.S. Civil War is the stuff of legends.
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New York City might be an urban jungle, but if you want a real natural escape from the buildings, this national park is easily reachable from its heart.
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There are stunning lakes to be found all over Canada, many of them way up in the Rockies -- these are our picks for the best of the best.
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Hidden in Montana's Bitterroot Mountains near the Idaho border, this quiet lakeside escape offers camping, boating, wildlife, and striking cliffs year-round.
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Enjoy an island vacation with city vibes at a destination minutes away from San Diego, with stretches of soft sand, luxury resorts, and a downtown village.
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This major East Coast airport was ranked the most stressful airport in the world, with three other U.S. air hubs also landing in the top five.
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