Weekend Getaway

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Cooperstown, New York

By Zach Chouteau

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The small village of Cooperstown in central New York State is an unspoiled escape on the shores of picturesque Lake Otsego. While the Baseball Hall of Fame and a famed opera company bring a pilgrimage of fans on a regular basis, the town has ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Dover, Delaware

By Zach Chouteau

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Delaware's capitol and second-largest city, Dover was founded by the legendary William Penn and is rich in historic attractions and outdoor inspirations. Some impressive performing arts venues and solid shopping opportunities are also among the ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Eugene, Oregon

By Zach Chouteau

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A pleasant and pretty metropolis lying halfway between California and Washington, Eugene is a natural paradise and an oasis of art and alternative lifestyles. Home to the University of Oregon and the first Nike factory, the city and its ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Fort Wayne, Indiana

By Zach Chouteau

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The Hoosier State’s second largest metropolis is a bustling midsized city tucked into Indiana’s northeast corner. Weekenders will welcome the healthy cultural options, outdoor attractions, noteworthy nightlife and an unexpectedly rich sports scene... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Hartford, Connecticut

By Zach Chouteau

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Connecticut's capital is a bastion of the insurance industry, colleges, universities and historical attractions. Weekend visitors to Hartford will find many pleasant diversions in the Constitution State’s third-largest city, regardless of the season... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Little Rock, Arkansas

By Zach Chouteau

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Arkansas’ capital and most populous city, Little Rock’s central locale in the middle of the state makes it an easy weekend away for visitors coming from in-state. Regardless of your point of origin, however, a Little Rock weekend will enlighten ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Louisville, Kentucky

By Zach Chouteau

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Resting on the banks of the Ohio River just across from Indiana, Louisville is a city all its own, blending Kentucky’s rural outdoorsy flavor with a friendly southern sophistication. Weekend visitors will have their hands full choosing from a ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Manchester, Vermont

By Zach Chouteau

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In the heart of southern Vermont, Manchester is an inviting blend of cosmopolitan shopping and quintessential New England countryside. A tourist hot spot that draws visitors from all over the Northeast, this friendly little city is an excellent ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Montgomery, Alabama

By Zach Chouteau

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Alabama’s capital and second-largest city, Montgomery is known for its historical significance in both the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. Today, the diminutive metropolis is known for its developing waterfront area, diversity of ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Oklahoma City

By Zach Chouteau

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Newcomers to Oklahoma’s capital will find a city that blends a historic frontier past with modern attractions to result in a fine formula for weekend fun. A number of unusual museums are among the contemporary diversions, but weekenders seeking ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Pittsburgh

By Zach Chouteau

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Once known as nothing more than an industrial steel town, Pittsburgh has undergone a remarkable renaissance in recent times to emerge as an attractive metropolis and an excellent weekend escape. At the confluence of three major rivers, the city ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Plymouth, Massachusetts

By Zach Chouteau

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A pilgrimage to Plymouth—a handsome and historic city less than an hour south of Boston—is about as close to traveling back in time as you’ll come in the United States. From legendary Plymouth Rock to a replica of the "Mayflower," the city known ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Portland, Maine

By Zach Chouteau

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Portland, Maine, is an anomaly—an urban destination in one of America’s most outdoorsy states. That doesn’t prevent it from being a memorable weekend hiatus, however, with superb old homes, an enticing port area and some of the East Coast’s best ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Richmond, Virginia

By Zach Chouteau

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Virginia’s capital city is an interesting combination of compelling historic sites, appealing museums and outstanding architecture. Weekend warriors will also find some quality shopping areas and regal restaurants perfect for a romantic meal... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Santa Fe, New Mexico

By Zach Chouteau

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The oldest capital city in America, Santa Fe is an artistic hub rich with Native American and Hispanic culture and architecture. You won’t find a prettier metropolis in the southwest, and with numerous museums, galleries, and a colorful plaza, a ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Santa Rosa, California

By Zach Chouteau

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Just over an hour’s drive north of San Francisco, the City of Santa Rosa is easily lost in the bevy of Bay Area and Wine Country attractions. Those willing to explore the seat of Sonoma County, though, will appreciate a number of off-beat ... more »

How to Spend the Perfect Weekend in Springfield, Massachusetts

By Zach Chouteau

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Sitting aside the Connecticut River in south-central Massachusetts, Springfield is one of New England’s largest and historically best-known cities as the birthplace of basketball. Nicknamed ‘the City of Homes,’ Springfield boasts countless ... more »

How to Spend the Weekend in Des Moines, Iowa

By Zach Chouteau

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The capital of the Hawkeye State, Des Moines is probably best known for its financial and publishing commerce. Weekend visitors will have plenty of diversions to choose from though, including a downtown undergoing, a healthy renaissance and a ... more »

How to Spend the Weekend in Fargo, North Dakota

By Zach Chouteau

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While those familiar with the city only through the infamous Coen Brothers’ feature film of 1996 may picture it as a tiny backwater outpost, Fargo is actually the state’s largest city and surprisingly diverse in its offerings. Countless parks and ... more »

How to Spend the Weekend in Greensboro, North Carolina

By Zach Chouteau

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Located in the heart of the Tar Heel state, the mid-sized city of Greensboro has experienced solid growth in recent years—providing visitors with an improved array of downtown dining and accommodations to choose from. Family attractions, ... more »

How to Spend the Weekend in Henderson, Nevada

By Zach Chouteau

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A fairly new city incorporated in 1953, Henderson is only a ten-minute drive southeast of Vegas’ glorious glitz and glamour. While you can find casino-style fun here in Nevada’s second-largest metropolis, visitors are also drawn by several ... more »

How to Spend the Weekend in Mesa, Arizona

By Zach Chouteau

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Arizona’s third-largest metropolis is an intriguing blend of Latino, Native American and Mormon influences—-and one of the fastest-growing cities in America in recent years. Even with this ongoing growth visitors will enjoy an unhurried pace, ... more »

How to Spend the Weekend on Maui

By Zach Chouteau

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Don’t miss out on the island of Maui on your next Hawaiian holiday. Scenery ranges from the towering Mount Haleakala to dramatically lush tropical jungles, countless wonderful beaches cover the coasts, and one of the most memorable country drives ... more »

How to Take a Vacation With a Friend

By eHow Travel Editor

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If all you want to do is escape the daily grind and have a little quality fun with your best bud, read these tips on how to take a vacation with a friend. Then pack your bags and get ready to head off for a weekend of rest and relaxation without ... more »

How to Tour Upstate South Carolina Landmarks

By johnboyanoski

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The north of South Carolina has been heralded as one of the best places to live in the United States in the last few years. With an abundance of parks, a good climate, and reasonable housing prices, it is attracting a lot of newcomers. And while ... more »

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