A Weekend Is All You Need
Alaska
Skagway
Located a stone's throw from northwestern British Columbia is this historic vacation destination in Alaska. A former gold-mining community, Skagway today is a scenic paradise perfect for a long weekend getaway. A popular port of call for cruises, this city boasts epic outdoor activities, including hiking, kayaking, skiing, swimming, hunting, fishing and so much more.
Arizona
Sedona
If a desert escape sounds like the perfect place for your next weekend, consider a stop in Sedona. Not only does this geologic wonderland feature some of the most dazzling rock formations, it's also home to a thriving arts and spiritual community, giving visitors a chance to check in with their creative and holistic sides.
Arkansas
Hot Springs National Park
Just because it's small doesn't mean Arkansas' Hot Springs National Park isn't mighty. Visitors can find lodging outside the park, in the town of Hot Springs, then spend their long weekend luxuriating in geothermal waters found inside several European-styled bathhouses or enjoy long walks through the beautiful Garvan Woodland Gardens.
California
San Diego
There is no shortage of fun to be had in the beloved Southern California city of San Diego. Home to gorgeous beaches, an exciting arts scene, world-class restaurants, museums, parks, an epic zoo and several unique neighborhoods, including Little Italy, Mission Valley and the Gaslamp Quarter, the city has everything a traveler needs for a long weekend escape.
Colorado
Colorado Springs
The entire state of Colorado offers some of the most brilliant views of nature in the country, but when it comes to a long weekend getaway, no place compares to the lovely Colorado Springs. Bursting with beauty, this west-central city at the foot of the Rockies is home to Pikes National Forest and the historic North Cheyenne Cañon Park, where hikers can explore the trails that lead to pristine waterfalls.
Connecticut
East Haddam
History and nature unite in the charmingly small town of East Haddam. Weekend trips to this riverfront community should include a hike in Devil's Hopyard State Park, where visitors can enjoy the falls and bird-watching opportunities or a trip to one of the town's many historical sites, including Gillette Castle, where 19th- and early-20th-century actor and playwright William Gillette built his medieval fortress.
