Inspired by traditional villages in the Bavarian Alps, Vail, Colorado, offers the ideal winter escape. With its world-class skiing and snowboarding, eclectic dining scene, and breathtaking mountain views, this glam retreat will definitely transport you. Must-Do: Featuring more than 5,200 acres of terrain, including its famous Back Bowls, Vail caters to all levels of skiers…
With its warm climate, world-class theme parks, and diverse culinary scene, Orlando is sure to chase away any winter blues. From the highly anticipated opening of Universal Epic Universe (the largest Universal Park in the country) to Michelin-starred restaurants and accessible day-trips to places such as the historic town of St. Augustine, your sun-filled adventure…
Arizona might be best known for its desert attractions, but it also boasts 400 miles of shoreline along Lake Havasu. Located in western Arizona between Phoenix and Las Vegas, Lake Havasu is a prime spot for fishing, recreation, magical sunsets, and views of London Bridge — the famed British span was reconstructed here using its…
Set on the Dominican Republic’s north coast, Puerto Plata offers 500 years of history reflected in the 16th-century Fortaleza San Felipe and 62 miles of Atlantic beaches that include Cabarete, a magnet for kitesurfing. Additionally, the open arms of the statue of Christ the Redeemer overlooking the city beckon exploration of the coffee plantations and…
Ready for the ultimate winter Getaway without the crowds? Head to Idaho, which shines as a skiing and snowboarding destination with 19 spectacular areas spread throughout the state. From budget-friendly, small-town slopes to luxurious, world-class resorts, Idaho’s ski hills feature terrain for every skill level — and plenty of fresh powder. Must-Do: Whether you road…
As the leaves change color on Cape Cod, high-season crowds drain out of this hook-shaped peninsula, leaving wide-open beaches and quiet bike paths. It’s a time when you can easily secure a table at just about any restaurant, and there’s more room for browsing at the many roadside antiques shops. The coastal views are as…
Anyone who dreams of a vacation in Brazil is likely thinking of a roaring carnival or endless stretches of sea and sand. And with 4,600 miles of Atlantic coastline, there’s certainly no lack of beaches from which to choose. But turn your back on the ocean, and you’ll find another kind of water wonderland: an…
Life is better at the beach, they say, and we couldn’t agree more. Something very calming and blissful envelops on a beach: it’s feeling the warmth of the sun, inhaling the refreshing sea air, and listening to the sounds of the waves gently lap against the shore. Or maybe you prefer to be sea bound,…
In St. Johann im Pongau, a small town about one hour south of Salzburg, the soaring beauty of the Austrian Alps offers a panoramic backdrop for a range of all-season activities. Winter highlights are obvious and snow-centric (think skiing and snowboarding, sledding, and so on). Many ski and snowboard schools offer lessons for kids, helping…
The past is all around you in Williamsburg, site of one of the country’s largest living history museums, but you can also make plenty of new memories with your family in and around this popular region. There really is nothing quite like immersing yourself in American history at Colonial Williamsburg, where costumed interpreters serve as…
Bangkok, known as the City of Angels, is a place of sharp contrasts. Spend the daytime exploring ancient palaces and temples (such as Wat Pho, the temple of the reclining Buddha) in the old city of Rattanakosin, and nights clinking glasses in one of Bangkok’s legendary sky bars. For the latter, make a reservation at…
The Missouri Ozarks sprawl across the southern half of the Show Me State, beckoning vacationers with more than 1.5 million acres (600,000 hectares) of forests, rivers, and lakes. Hiking, fishing, golfing, scuba diving, spelunking, and mountain biking top the list of outdoor possibilities. For a memorable caving adventure with your buddies, explore some Lake of…
Laid-back Kaua‘i is renowned for its jaw-dropping scenery, lush jungle interior, and sleepy surf towns, but a visit would be incomplete without serious beach time. Powdery white and southerly Po‘ipū Beach Park offers plenty of amenities — lifeguards, restrooms, and picnic tables — and something for everyone: a natural wading pool for young swimmers, bodyboarding…
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