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Point Bennett, Channel Islands, Calif. Location: 40 miles southwest of Santa Barbara Pods of bottlenose dolphins vault through the air as your boat approaches the Channel Islands. Point Bennett, at the westernmost tip, is as far from California freeway culture as you can get. Home to newly pupped seals and sea lions and 145 unique [...]
Papakolea Beach, Big Island, Hawaii Location: 64 miles southeast of Kona This rugged beach is a trek to get too, but well worth the effort. Situated in the remote Kau district, the unique olive-colored sand gets its hue from the olivine, a form of volcanic rock eroding from the surrounding cliffs.
3. Fly to Popular Destinations at Unpopular Times If you’re determined to take a vacation during the summer, try visiting a popular winter destination. Try Florida at the peak of summer or a Colorado ski town in the off-season. It’s best to be flexible with your destination; check airline websites, see what destinations are on [...]
Glacier National Park, MT The last in the series of hotels for nature lovers, Granite Park Chalet is an enchanting spot for any outdoor lover. Glacier-carved mountains surround you, as do hiking trails (the 7.6-mile Highline Trail is the most popular), and wildflowers. The 12-room backcountry shelter’s front porch boasts a stunning view of rocky [...]
Snowbird, UT If you’re a fan of the Utah ski scene, you must check out Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort in winter, summer, fall, anytime! Featuring jolly Oktoberfests, great Sunday brunches and three spectacular lodging options (lodge and spa, condos, or inn) you can’t go wrong with this cozy resort. Especially great for the lazy [...]
Mill Valley, Ca West Point Inn is the perfect destination for the traveler looking for a rustic experience; a 2-mile hike is required just to reach it. The Inn features stunning vistas of San Francisco, the Marin Headlands and the East Bay from atop Mt. Tamalpais. Televisions are non-existent, cell phone use is limited, hiking [...]
Avon, Co 20 miles outside of Vail sits Bachelor Gulch and the Ritz-Carlton. It you’re looking for relaxation and seclusion, you’ve found your place. Heart-pounding panoramas will compel you to hike the 6-mile Village-to-Village Trail, which winds its way through the tiny towns of Bachelor Gulch, Arrowhead and Beaver Creek.
Boulder City, NV The Hacienda Hotel and Casino doesn’t earn points for its accommodations necessarily; rooms, though comfortable and clean, are standard hotel quality at best. It’s all in the location for this hotel 30 miles from the Strip. To the east, you can hike the 2.7-mile Historic Railroad Trail for views of Lake Mead [...]