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New Study Found the 10 Best Cities for a Cannabis Vacation

Cannabis has come a long way in the US since it was first legalized medically in California in 1996. Now, 18 states have legalized medical and recreational marijuana, 21 have legalized medical marijuana, and Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota and South Dakota have all put recreational marijuana on the ballot for the midterm election season. And with over a third of the country readily available with dispensaries, restaurants, tours, and even churches, a cannabis-themed vacation is far from far-fetched. Still, you might be wondering where to go. A study conducted by Upgraded Points, a company that helps consumers with information on points and miles, conducted a study to find the best cities for a cannabis vacation.

The study found that the most cost-effective places for a cannabis vacation are Oakland, California and Spokane, Washington. Researchers said the data showed a correlation that the longer a state has had legalized recreational cannabis (Wahington tied with Colorado for first in 2012 and California in 2016) had, the lowest prices. A four-day cannabis vacation in Oakland would run you about $1,068, followed by Spokane with $1,135. However, go somewhere where the cost of living is high, and you’ll pay the price. A four-day stay in Anchorage, Alaska, will run you $1,551, with Los Angeles trailing behind at $1,540.

Portland, Maine, turned out to be the second cheapest city due to the vast number of 420-friendly stays. The study found Portland has 102 cannabis-friendly Airbnb listings per 100,000 people. Denver reigns supreme due to its number of 420-friendly accommodations, its 64 licensed dispensaries per 100,000 people, and the average price of a quarter ounce of weed averaging at about $60 if you know the best spots to buy.

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To find the best cities for a cannabis vacation, Upgraded points looked at50 of the largest cities in states where recreational marijuana usage is legal. The cities were then ranked on a scale from one to five in 10 categories: average Cost of round trip airfare, the average nightly price at weed-friendly accommodations, number of weed-friendly Airbnbs, the average cost of rideshare, number of dispensaries, the average cost for a quarter-ounce of weed, number of guided cannabis tours, the average price of weed-friendly experiences on Eventbrite, and the number of available fast food restaurants. These scores were then rated according to their impact on cannabis tourism. Each city then received a final score on a scale of one to 50.

If you decide to take that cannabis-themed vacation, just be sure to follow guidelines while flying or on your road trip.

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9 Things To Know Before Going Skiing in the Alps

As a lifelong snowboarder (well, since age 11 or so), it’s long been a dream of mine to pack up my boots and fly to one of the world’s best ski destinations: the Alps.

The 740-mile-long mountain range covers about 75,000 square miles, making it the biggest mountain range in Europe. The Alps extend into several countries: France, Switzerland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Austria, Germany, and Slovenia. And between them, there are more than 1,000 ski resorts — that’s a lot of places to go skiing in the Alps.

I set my sights on skiing in Austria and headed to SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser, Austria’s largest interconnected ski area. It’s in the eastern Austria state of Tirol and has — wait for it — 90 ski lifts and multiple base areas stretching into several small towns. It’s only about an hour from Salzburg or Munich by train, offers night skiing, and has one amazing selling point that makes it an irresistible destination for skiing in the Alps: the SkiWelt Tour.

The scale of SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser is hard to comprehend, especially as it has numerous peaks and summit lodges. Photo: SkiiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brizental/Dietmar Denger

Because the resort is so big, skiers and riders can go from one end of the resort to the other without ever skiing the same run twice. Doing the SkiWelt (which loosely translates to ski loop) requires riding 46 lifts and skiing or riding 55 miles of terrain; it’s the longest ski route in the world when you add in Kitzbühel.

I started in the village of Going and ended in Brixen em Thale. From there, I could have kept hopping lifts until I ended up in Kitzbühel, but unfortunately, I only had so many days.

The trip was terrific, but there were quite a few things that surprised me about skiing in the Alps, especially since I’m used to skiing in the western US — and that’s not limited to just heated ski lift seats and solar-powered gondolas. These nine things surprised me the most about skiing in the Alps of Austria for the first time.

The snow depth is very consistent

High-tech monitors allow the groomers to see the snow depth around them and rearrange snow as needed to ensure consistent conditions, even during early- or late-season skiing. Photo: SkiiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brizental/Christian Kapfinger

According to the grooming team at SkiWelt Wilder Kaiser, constancy is key — which means visitors don’t have to worry about alternating between bulletproof ice and loose powder every other turn. The resort owns some of the most high-tech grooming machines in the world, with radar that allows the drivers to see how deep the snow is around them. They can then push and reallocate snow to areas with thinner depths to ensure every section of terrain is of uniform depth and quality.

It’s much more reliable than most other resorts and should make beginner skiers feel comfortable about skiing in the Alps. It also means the resort has a uniform ski surface even toward the end of the season when other resorts may start getting patchy and melted out.

Getting around is much easier, no car needed

I stayed at the Hotel Leitenhof in Scheffau, where the free SkiWelt shuttle bus made multiple morning pickups. Photo: Suzie Dundas

I’ve skied plenty of well-known places in North America, like Breckenridge, Lake Louise, and the resorts of my hometown near Lake Tahoe. While they’re all stunning, public transportation lacks, and skiers will almost always need a car to get around.

Not so in Austria.

The SkiWelt was a quick 15-minute ride from the Kufstein train station, which was less than one hour from Salzburg on the OBB (Austria train system). But because Salzburg is a small airport, I flew into Munich, Germany — and getting between the two cities took only 90 minutes with no passport control, since it’s all part of the EU. The rail system is extremely efficient and covers a wide range of destinations from large cities t small villages.

If that wasn’t good enough, there was a free bus system for skiers that made it easy to move between the nine village base areas of SkiWelt and avoid dealing with parking. The buses were on time, always had plenty of room, and made it easy to explore to spend a week skiing in the Alps without the need for a car.

You can go flying down the slopes on a toboggan

Photo: SkiWelt

Skiers who don’t know what tobogganing is are in for an adventure and should absolutely make time to try it. While the mountains are primarily about skiing and riding, they also offer the chance to rent toboggans (old-school sleds) and go flying down custom-built downhill slopes. SkiWelt has three slopes of varying difficulty levels, and “steering” is mainly based on friction, so using your hands, feet, and body weight are all fair game.

It’s hard to imagine something with the potential for such injuries allowed in the US, especially as flying off the turns isn’t uncommon and there’s no rule that you can’t drink half a dozen Austrian beers beforehand. But it’s super fun and a unique activity that feels like something you’d expect to find in an Austrian mountain resort.

Après-ski is no joke

Photo: Suzie Dundas

I did only a few hours of skiing on my first day in Austria. Around 4 PM, I stopped at a mid-mountain bar for a quick bite (fondue, naturally) before returning to my hotel. And what live music did the bar have going at 4 PM? A hip-hop saxophone player with a DJ behind him, of course.

Granted, 4 PM is the generally accepted start of après-ski. But on a Tuesday in late March, you don’t expect the bar scene at 4 PM to pop off more than a mid-winter Saturday evening in Vail. Mid-week, around 9 PM, even the tiniest ski bars at the base of parking lots were so packed that I had to move sideways through the crowds. But since the party sprawls well beyond the bars, there’s usually room to find space outdoors — especially since Austrians are happy to make friends around the firepits with anyone willing to also sing along to schlagermusik. (It’s sort of like a mash-up of polka, pop, and old-school German music; knowing the words to songs isn’t required to sing along.)

The restaurants are way better (and privately owned)

Photo: Suzie Dundas

Most people who have skied at a major US resort have probably had the experience of walking into a lodge only to find that the primary food options were lukewarm french fries and hamburgers that had been sitting under a heat-warmer for the last hour. But when I went skiing in the Alps, I learned that the food scene is a thousand times better than anything in the US.

Almost all lodges offer full-service restaurants or on-demand hot, freshly cooked food. Even at the tiny little ski bars around SkiWelt — which in the US would likely only have potato chips and, maybe, a waffle hut that pumps out a manufactured waffle scent — I found macaroni and cheese, house-made pretzels and pastries, fresh salads, plenty of traditional food options, and delicious spinatknodel — a vegetarian cheese-and-spinach dumpling that’s hard to resist. Nearly every restaurant across SkiWelt is independently owned, rather than owned by the resorts, so guests are getting authentic food from local chefs rather than mass-produced food owned by a ski corporation food provider.

Everything gets groomed every night

Photo: Suzie Dundas

That’s not to say there aren’t freshies and sidecountry terrain available in abundance. After all, ski resorts in the Alps tend to be huge, and the amount of terrain that isn’t officially “in bounds” is larger than the entirety of many US ski resorts.

SkiWelt is one of the biggest ski resorts in the world, and it manages to groom all its terrain every night (with an astonishing 1,800 grooming machines). So while it has plenty of terrain and black-diamond runs, it’s also beginner-friendly, and first-timers who want to stick to groomers don’t have to worry about accidentally getting stuck on a bumped-up run.

Not every resort in the Austrian Alps grooms everything every night — but it’s way more common for them to groom more terrain than you’d find in the Western US, where leaving many slopes ungroomed is standard.

It’s a fraction of the cost of skiing in the US

Homemade spinach, pumpkin, and cheese dumplings at an on-mountain, sit-down restaurant? That’ll be…..13 euro. Photo: Suzie Dundas

Sure, skiing isn’t a cheap sport, but it doesn’t have to set you back the equivalent of a car down payment to go skiing for a week like it often does in the states.

Skiing in the Alps of Austria is way cheaper than in the US. In low season, a full-day adult lift ticket is €54 (currently about $54). And the high season will only set you back €60. Compare that to prices in the US, which can be $249 per person per day (Deer Valley, UT), and it’s clear that skiing in the Alps will be far more affordable than going anywhere in the States.
And it’s not just more affordable tickets — full gear rentals start at €27. And it’s easy to find an on-mountain meal for under €10. And beers start at about €2.

There are on-mountain witches

Photo: Suzie Dundas

Photo: Suzie Dundas

Photo: Suzie Dundas

(As well as gnomes and trolls, ice hotels, and just about anything else you can imagine.) Though ski runs connect all the villages, each has its own identity rather than being forced into a shared corporate mold, as skiers may expect from most US ski resorts. So each of the villages can offer a different experience to skiers (in addition to the fact that all the restaurants will be different, too).

While I never say no to a good ice bar and hotel (in Hochbrixen), the most fun on-mountain stop is in Söll. The “witches” welcome skiers with colorful smoke bombs and offer tastes of their witches’ brew, complete with add-on ingredients like “dragon’s blood” and “children’s tears.” The entire visit is free, and the “witches” welcome guests and children. They’re also happy to share stories about the town’s witchy history: in the olden days, the village of Söll was known for witches that lived in the hills.

Breakfast lives up to Austria’s coffeehouse culture

Photo: SkiiWelt Wilder Kaiser – Brizental/Dietmar Denger

One of the coolest facts about Austria is that Vienna’s “coffee house culture” is actually a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s one of the “intangible cultural heritage” sites, and it represents what Austria has historically been known for, at least when it comes to coffee: rich, warm spaces for discourse and discussion, curved over small tables with art hanging on the walls. Imagine the kind of coffeehouse where Mozart would grab a latte, and you’ve got it.

While skiing in the Alps of Austria, I noticed that coffee is much better than your average to-go chain coffee shop. When you order coffee at an on-mountain lodge, you’ll be served in a proper mug and tray, usually paired with a small cookie. And every village at SkiWelt had at least one bakery and coffee shop, always making the pastries fresh on site and serving up rich Bavarian coffee drinks. Der Bäck (inside the Söll Gondola Station) is particularly tasty.

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The Southernmost Beach Resort Is a Taste of Caribbean Luxury at the Tip of Florida

A buoy marks the southernmost point in the continental United States, and it’s a popular destination for road trippers along the Florida Keys Scenic Byway. But for anyone looking for a more expansive trip to the marker, there’s a beautiful resort just steps away: the Southernmost Beach Resort (prices starting at $200 per night). This tucked away resort has surprises around every corner – and I’m am not just talking about the roosters. Whether you take the 10-minute taxi ride from Key West International Airport or drive the scenic byway, the end destination is well worth it.

Expanding over six acres at the far southeast corner of the US, this oceanfront oasis sets the tone for a relaxing stay in Key West’s Historic District. The Southernmost Beach Resort has 293 guest rooms dispersed across eight buildings and four guest houses. With a design and decor influenced by Key West’s historic charm, the property features a modern yet contemporary design with elements of classic coastal allure.

After the trip, I walked away feeling utterly relaxed and already wanting to plan my next stay. There’s something special about Key West. Basing yourself at the Southernmost Beach Resort makes for an intimate experience whether you’re traveling solo, with a partner, or you’re planning a trip with family and friends.

Getting into the water

Photo: Southernmost Beach Resort

Located on the southeast part of Duval Street, Southernmost Beach Resort is just steps away from some of the best coffee joints, gift shops, and water sport outfitters. There’s ample options for activities and going out to explore the area, plus the resort’s own amenities.

To start, there are three pools to choose from. Want to be surrounded by a courtyard with beautifully manicured gardens and historic mid-century buildings? The Pineapple Pool is the place to be. Maybe you’re looking for a pool that’s a little more on the quiet side, and in that case head to the Tranquility Pool. Last but not least, if you are looking for good vibes next to the ocean, the Shores Pool is your go-to spot.

Photo: Southernmost Beach Resort

The spa and fitness amenities are top notch, and you can decompress while taking in the water views. The full-service spa has an impeccable view of the Atlantic. In addition, you will find group fitness classes, live entertainment, complimentary bikes and much more.

In addition to these stunning pools and views from the wellness portion of the resort, you can get close to the water on the breathtaking Tanning Pier. This picturesque pier stretches into the Atlantic with a vanishing point that guarantees a stellar photo. Don’t be fooled into thinking it’s a daytime only spot by the “Tanning” portion of the name – I spent every evening for the duration of my stay, watching the sunset turn into the night sky. And I must say, that was one of the most memorable parts of my trip.

Dining at and around the Southernmost Point

Photo: Southernmost Beach Resort

Multiple restaurants across the resort offer breakfast through dinner. My absolute go-to throughout my stay was the Skinny Cuban Sandwich. This mouthwatering, hand crafted sandwich was the most satisfying meal after spending hours in the sun (pro tip: pair it with a key lime colada and I promise you’ll never want to leave).

That said, it can be monotonous to eat at the resort every day. You don’t have to wander far to find a variety of worthwhile dining options. There’s lobster rolls at the Lobster Shack Key West just across the street, and coffee connoisseurs like myself can find some of the best coffee in the Keys at the nearby Ana’s Cuban Cafe. And don’t forget to grab yourself a pastry from Frenchie’s Cafe to start your day.

Using the Southernmost Beach Resort as a jumping off point to the region

Photo: Southernmost Beach Resort

There’s truly no need for a car during your stay. Of course, you could rent a golf cart or a scooter to get around faster, but to fully immerse yourself in the Key West experience, my advice is to walk when you can. Next store to Southernmost Point is Barefoot Billy’s Watersports. The outfitter can facilitate water activities like snorkeling, eco-tours, kayaking, and paddleboarding — all within walking distance of the resort.

At Mallory Square, a waterfront plaza just west of Duval Street, you can catch live performers and the most extraordinary sunsets. The amount of experiences, sights to see, places to eat, people to meet is almost never ending. All it takes is a couple days to feel like you belong.

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Where To Stay, Eat, and Play in Denver in 2022

Located at the base of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Denver is the gateway to adventure in the West. But this charming mid-sized destination — nicknamed the Mile High City for its elevation at 5,280 feet above sea level — is worth exploring in its own right. From pioneering craft breweries to an open-air amphitheater built into craggy rock formations, below are some of the best ways to immerse yourself in all this high-altitude city has to offer.

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How to get around Denver

With an abundance of transportation options and miles of interconnected walking and biking paths, it’s easy to get around the Mile High City. 

Denver is highly walkable, especially the car-free 16th Street Mall, so getting around on your own two feet is an invigorating way to explore. And if your legs get tired, the 16th Street Mall also has a free electric shuttle that runs up and down the one-mile pedestrian promenade, which is lined with shops and restaurants.

Though parking can be tight in some neighborhoods, it’s also possible to drive, take a taxi or hop inside a ride-share vehicle. Many visitors rent a car at Denver International Airport (DIA), which not only makes it easy to get around the city but also to venture into the mountains for even more adventures. 

Denver has a robust public transit system managed by the Regional Transportation District (RTD). If you don’t rent a car, hop aboard the A Line train at the airport, then take it all the way to Union Station, which is a hub for many transit routes. Buses also run all over the metro area (and beyond) at nearly all times of the day.

This is an active city with a vibrant bike culture. Ride in designated on-street bike lanes throughout the city and on more than 850 miles of paved trails. Bring your own or rent a bike through a bike-share program for quick, short treks. You can also hop on and off motorized scooters throughout downtown, as long as you ride on the road.

The best museums in Denver

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Denver is brimming with arts, culture, and history, much of which reflects the city’s unique setting and significance in the American West. Visit these institutions for a glimpse of some of the best collections.

Denver Art Museum

With more than 70,000 works, the Denver Art Museum — or DAM, for short — is one of the largest museums of its kind between California and Chicago. It dates back to 1893, when a group of Colorado artists founded the Denver Artists’ Club to raise the status of the burgeoning city’s art scene. Today, the museum not only showcases works from Denver and the Rockies, but also from artists around the world. Its global collection encompasses photography, fashion, Asian art, architecture, design, African art, and works representing many other styles, eras, and geographies. 

Where: 100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204

History Colorado Center

Step back in time and learn about the moments, people, and places that helped shape the Centennial State with a visit to the History Colorado Center. With 15 exhibits spanning four floors, this interactive museum encourages visitors to contemplate timely topics like LGBTQ+ civil rights and equality, Colorado’s precious natural resources, and the culture and language of the Ute Tribes. 

Where: 1200 N Broadway, Denver, CO 80203

The best live entertainment in Denver

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Musicians, artists, and performers of all genres have long looked to Colorado’s majestic landscape for inspiration. That’s a big reason Denver’s music, theater, dance, and comedy offerings are so extensive — see (and hear) for yourself at one of the city’s performing arts venues.

Red Rocks Amphitheater

 

It’s one of the most iconic spots in Denver: An outdoor performing arts venue, created from natural sandstone formations protruding from the earth. Set on 743 acres of wilderness at 6,450 feet of elevation, the amphitheater has hosted a variety of rock stars over the course of its 81-year history — from The Beatles to U2 to Sting. The city and county of Denver owns and operates Red Rocks, which has a packed events calendar. During the day, it’s a hub for yogis and fitness fanatics, who like to run, jump, and squat up and down the 70 rows of wooden benches. At night, it’s a magical place to take in live music while gazing at the city lights of Denver beyond the stage.

Where: 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465

Denver Center for Performing Arts

Catch a serious Shakespeare play, a lively musical, or an inspiring symphony concert at the Denver Center for Performing Arts (DCPA). Located right downtown and with nine distinct venues offering live performances all year long, the DCPA is the city’s artistic heart.

Where: 1301 13th St. Denver, CO 80204

The best restaurants in Denver

Creative and diverse, Denver’s dining scene reflects the growth and energy of this bustling city. From upscale Italian to innovative new American, get a taste of the Colorado capital city’s penchant for bold flavors and warm hospitality at these top restaurants.

Uncle

This is no ordinary ramen shop: At Uncle, which has two locations in the city, chef-owner Tommy Lee puts his own spin on the brothy Japanese staple. In addition to traditional specialties like duck, shoyu, and chicken, Uncle also offers brothless ramen, northern Thai curry broth, and an array of innovative Pan-Asian bites, like Chinese eggplant buns and short-rib panang.

Where: 2215 W 32nd Ave, Denver, CO 80211 and 95 S Pennsylvania St, Denver, CO 80209

Tavernetta

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With a bright, modern design that’s reminiscent of a home dining room, Tavernetta offers elegant but unfussy Italian fare like gnocchi with wild mushrooms, grilled whole sea bass, spaghetti pomodoro, and grass-fed beef carpaccio. And be sure to save room for a sweet treat at the end of your meal — Tavernetta’s decadent tiramisu or its flaky plum crostata, served with sweet cream gelato, are worth lingering over.

Where: 1889 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202

The Fifth String

With his farm-to-table restaurant The Fifth String, chef-owner Amos Watts shines a light on Colorado’s abundant seasonal produce and many hardworking farmers and ranchers. This neighborhood eatery in the city’s Lower Highlands, or LoHi, neighborhood serves up melt-in-your-mouth cuts of beef from Shavano Valley Ranch, such as dry-aged striploin and wagyu carpaccio. And even if bread before a meal isn’t really your thing, we recommend the tallow candle bread service, which includes an edible candle made of rendered beef fat with salt and herbs.

Where: 3316 Tejon St #102, Denver, CO 80211

Work & Class

Multi-time James Beard semifinalist Dana Rodriguez has a lot going on: In addition to Work & Class, she also runs Cantina Loca and Super Mega Bien — and, soon, she’ll be reopening the iconic Denver restaurant, Casa Bonita with a reinvigorated menu. At Work & Class, Rodriguez skillfully blends Latin and American flavors into scrumptious dishes, like coriander-roasted Colorado lamb and spiced fried sweet plantains.

Where: 2500 Larimer St, Denver, CO 80205

Annette

Photo: Annette

With Annette, Caroline Glover has created a warm, welcoming neighborhood spot deserving of national attention. In 2022, she won a James Beard Award for best chef in the mountain region. And after spending an enchanting evening at her five-year-old restaurant, you’ll understand why. Glover and her team transform fresh, wholesome ingredients into simple, perfectly prepared dishes like sunchoke gratin, roasted half chicken, and a must-order burger made with wagyu beef, special “chow chow” sauce, sour pickles, roasted garlic aioli, and cheddar, all served atop a homemade English muffin.

Where: 2501 Dallas St, Aurora, CO, 80010

The best breweries and bars in Denver

Home to more than 100 craft breweries and a variety of bars, Denver promises to quench your thirst — no matter your drink of choice. Sip a flight of hoppy IPAs, unwind with a bottle of pét-nat, or indulge with a perfectly balanced crack cocktail at one of these top Denver breweries and bars.

Comrade Brewing

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This award-winning brewery in southeast Denver is a must-visit for craft beer aficionados and beginners alike. With massive glass-paned garage doors flooding the tasting room with natural light, Comrade is an ideal spot to spend an afternoon sipping the hoppy Superpower IPA, the refreshing Yellow Card blonde ale, or the perfectly balanced REDCON red ale — better yet, get a taster flight so you don’t have to choose.

Where: 7667 E Iliff Ave. Ste F, Denver, CO 80231

Noble Riot

With edgy, industrial interior design and outdoor seating in a graffiti-clad alley, Noble Riot is the perfect introduction to Denver’s River North Art District, aka RiNo. Here, husband-and-wife duo Scott and Nicole Mattson, along with business partner Troy Bowen, have created a comfy-cozy retreat where wine is infinitely approachable and the service is never pretentious. Impeccable vibes aside, the wine list is also impressive — the Noble Riot team’s vast knowledge of organic, biodynamic, wild fermented, and otherwise “natural” wines makes it easy to go with a staff recommendation every time.

Where: 1336 27th St, Denver, CO 80205

Room for Milly

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Inspired by world-traveling socialite Milly Parker, Room for Milly is a cozy, elegant spot to linger over a drink and forget about the outside world for a while. Elegant cocktails like the Douglas — made with fino sherry, gin, salted thyme honey, and olives — pair perfectly with inventive small plates like tuna tartare and roasted mushroom hummus.

Where: 1336 27th St, Denver, CO 80205

The Beer Spa

Part tasting room, part day spa, The Beer Spa seamlessly combines this beloved fermented beverage with spa treatments into one soothing experience. The Beer Spa has a rotating selection of local craft beers (plus wines, ciders, kombuchas, and zero-proof drinks) on tap, which visitors can sip to their hearts’ content before, during, and after their spa experiences. With an insulated mug full of beer, spa-goers head to their pirate “beer therapy” room for a sweat session in an infrared sauna, followed by a soak in a bubbly tub infused with hops, barley, and herbs. There are also zero-gravity massage chairs for even deeper relaxation.

Where: 3004 N Downing St., Denver, CO, 80205

Where to watch live sports in Denver

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As a metro area with roughly three million residents, Denver has a seriously impressive professional sports scene. It’s home to the Denver Broncos football team, the Colorado Rockies baseball team, the Colorado Avalanche hockey team, the Denver Nuggets basketball team, the Colorado Rapids soccer team, and the Colorado Mammoth lacrosse team, plus a handful of college sports programs, too. Whether you’re a diehard fan or more of a casual observer, you can’t go wrong spending an afternoon or evening at one of these top Denver sports venues.

Coors Field

Pull on a purple shirt and catch a baseball game at Coors Field, the home stadium of Colorado’s MLB team, the Rockies. Located in the heart of Denver in the city’s popular Lower Downtown neighborhood, the 76-acre ballpark also hosts outdoor concerts, movie nights, firework shows, and other special events. Pro tip: Try to snag a seat right of the field, where you’ll have unmatched views of the Rocky Mountains (and if you attend an evening game, you’ll be able to watch the sun dip behind the iconic peaks, too).

Where: 2001 Blake St, Denver, CO 80205

Empower Field at Mile High

Home to the Denver Broncos, Colorado’s pro football team, Empower Field at Mile High is a fun, centrally located spot to join a tailgate, watch a game or attend one of the city’s many festivals and events. Built in 2001, this sunny stadium in Denver’s Sun Valley neighborhood can accommodate more than 76,000 cheering fans — ideally, all proudly wearing Broncos’ blue and orange — on game day.  

Where: 1701 Bryant St, Denver, CO 80204

Where to stay in Denver

Denver’s lodging options run the gamut from luxurious and swanky to trendy and comfortable. For a great night’s sleep in the Mile High City, book a room at one of these Denver hotels.

Le Méridien

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Conveniently located just steps from the Colorado Convention Center, Le Méridien lends an air of French sophistication to the downtown Denver scene. With bright and airy rooms, modern decor, and a cosmopolitan vibe, Le Méridien is ideal for a romantic getaway or a festive girls’ weekend. Aesthetics aside, Le Méridien is home to some of the best bars and restaurants in Denver. At Corinne, executive chef Jose Rodriguez prepares elegant New American cuisine, with dishes like chile-glazed organic chicken and spicy tuna bruschetta letting fresh and local ingredients shine through. Take the elevator to the rooftop and grab a drink at 54thirty, Denver’s highest open-air rooftop bar — and, if you can, be sure to time your visit with the sunset.

Where: 1475 California St, Denver, CO 80202

Clayton Members Club & Hotel

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Now open in Denver’s upscale Cherry Creek neighborhood, Clayton Members Club & Hotel is an ideal spot to lay your head after a day of brewery-hopping, hiking, and sightseeing. It’s part hotel, part private members club, which means you can casually hobnob with Denver residents during your stay. In addition to a gorgeous rooftop pool and restaurant, the hotel has a private eatery that’s open only to guests and members, as well as a Mediterranean-inspired full-service restaurant called Kini’s.

Where: 233 Clayton St, Denver, CO 80206

The Maven

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This boutique Denver hotel is part of Dairy Block, a historic section of the city’s Lower Downtown neighborhood. For years, the site housed the historic 1920s-era Windsor Dairy, which provided milk to some of Denver’s most prominent families. Today, it’s been lovingly transformed into an energetic micro-district, complete with bars, restaurants, shops, a coworking space, and plenty of spots to lounge or work. Guests who stay at the artfully designed Maven have a front-row seat to it all.

Where: 1850 Wazee St, Denver, CO 80202

CatBird Hotel

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For longer stays in Denver, book into CatBird, which is on a mission to revolutionize extended-stay hotels. Taking a page from the vanlife and tiny house movements, CatBird’s rooms are cleverly designed to maximize space — complete with lofted beds, projector screens, mini-kitchens, and other efficient and adorable design elements. Its rooftop bar, the Red Barber, also offers sweeping views of the city’s skyline.

Where: 3770 Walnut St, Denver, CO 80205

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Whether you’re greeted by bright lights and the hustle and bustle of New York or entering a laid-back beach city like San Diego, moving to or visiting a big city has the advantage of great food, interesting people, and plenty to do. Unfortunately, it’s not all the romantic swell you’ll find in your favorite movies and tv shows. Sometimes you’ll be joined on your latest adventure by untimely guests — rats. These pests are known for hiding in attics, air ducts, and gardens and coming out to enjoy the late-night trash on city streets. Some cities’ rat infestation is worse than others. Orkin, a pest control service, released their eighth annual data analysis for the most rat-infested cities in 2022, and some of the results may surprise you.

The city with the third most pest control calls is Los Angeles, California. This year, the metropolitan area fell a notch, with New York taking the second top spot. New York is notorious for its rat problem — so much so that the New York Mayor, Eric Adams, is embracing his title as rat “murderer” by introducing a new law that will go into effect next year, banning residents from placing their trash outside before 8 PM in an attempt to starve them out. And yet, the city where the rats reign supreme is Chicago, Illinois, for the eighth consecutive year.

The top 50 most infested rat cities in the USChicago, IllinoisNew York, New York (+1)

Los Angeles, California (-1)

Washington, D.C.San Francisco, CaliforniaPhiladelphia, Pennsylvania (+1)Baltimore, Maryland (-1)Cleveland, Ohio (+2)Detroit, Michigan (-1)Denver, Colorado (-1)Seattle, WashingtonMinneapolis, MinnesotaBoston, MassachusettsAtlanta, Georgia (+1)Indianapolis, Indiana (-1)Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaCincinnati, Ohio (+2)San Diego, Califoria (-1)Hartford, Conneticut (+2)Miami, FloriaMilwaukee, Wisconsin (+1)Houston, Texas (-4)Dallas, Texas (-3)Portland, OregonColumbus, Ohio (+1)Richmond, Virginia (+2)Kansas City, Kansas (-2)Norfolk, Virginia (-1)Nashville, Tennessee(+7)St. Louis, MissouriGrand Rapids, Michigan (+1)Raleigh, North Carolina(+3)Champaign, Illinois (+4)Albany, New York (-3)

Louisville, Kentucky(+5)

Sacramento, California (-7)New Orleans, Louisiana (-4)Charlotte, North Carolina (+4)Buffalo, New York (+2)Flint, Michigan (-6)Greenville, South Carolina (+3)Syracuse, New York (+4)Tampa, Florida (+7)South Bend, Indiana (+21)Portland, Maine (-7)Phoenix, Arizona (-3)Charleston, South CarolinaFt. Wayne, Indiana (+12)Orlando, Florida (+3)Burlington, New Jersey (-11)

To find the most rat-infested cities, Orkin ranked significant metropolitan areas by the number of rodent treatments completed between September 1, 2021, to August 31, 2022, in residential and commercial properties.

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The best US national parks in winter

Winter may not seem like the ideal time to visit the wilds of a national park, but really there’s no bad time to enjoy the beauty of America’s public lands. Some national parks in temperate or even tropical climates are better to visit in winter when they’re free from the scalding heat of summer. If you don’t mind the potential for a bit of snow, you’ll enjoy relative quiet in some of the larger parks visited en masse during warmer months.

No matter your preference, you’ve got plenty of choices. From Hawaii to Utah, here are the best national parks to visit in winter.

Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah

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Winter brings a lull in crowds to this popular southern Utah park. Running along a high plateau at the top of Grand Staircase (a series of high-desert mesas), Bryce Canyon’s 8,000- to-9,000-foot altitude practically guarantees light, dry snow and crisp, clean air during the colder months. It’s enough snow for visitors to glide through the park’s famous red-rock hoodoos — the largest concentration on Earth — on cross-country skis or snowshoes, but not so much that all the campsites shutter. Bryce Canyon’s North Campground is open year-round.

If you don’t have snowshoes, join a guided hike to borrow them for free. Some of the most fun guided hikes happen between November and March when rangers lead visitors through deep snow to catch epic views of the full moon. Two annual events — the Bryce Canyon Winter Festival and Christmas Bird Count — also make this slice of southern Utah one of the best national parks to visit in winter.

Big Bend National Park, Texas

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One of America’s largest national parks, Big Bend is also one of the most remote. Since the closest big city (El Paso) is more than five hours away by car, overcrowding is rarely a problem.

But what can be an issue is the sun. Due to the brutal West Texas heat, November through April is when visitor numbers pick up in Big Bend. But most visitors go in the spring, leaving winter relatively traffic-free. The average temperature in December hovers between 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 50 degrees F at night. It’s dream camping weather, and the park has more than 200 year-round campsites. Evenings can get cold in Big Bend, sometimes dropping by 40 or 50 degrees overnight, but that’ll only make you appreciate the park’s hot springs like Langford all the more.

Winter recreation in Big Bend is not that different than any other season, from horseback riding in the Chisos Mountains to canoeing down the Rio Grande. If you have a passport on hand, a $5 rowboat ride will ferry you across the river to the Mexican town of Boquillas, where you’ll find the other side of the Langford Hot Springs. Big Bend also has more bird, bat, and cacti species than any other national park, with countless trails crisscrossing its 800,000-plus acres.

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho

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Yellowstone’s geysers are always impressive — so much so that some five million people went to the park to see them in 2021. But in the cold winter air, the steam that rises from Old Faithful and its kin is even more pronounced, and the psychedelic colors of thermal pools like Grand Prismatic Springs are even more striking against the stark white snow.

Add in winter fauna like wolves and bison — particularly in the Northern Range, the only area of the park that’s automobile-accessible year-round — plus sports like snowshoeing and cross-country skiing that make it easy to spot tracks in the snow, and you’ll see why winter is the best time to ditch Yellowstone’s crowds in favor of its wildlife.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee and North Carolina

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As rich in history as it is wildlife, Great Smoky Mountains National Park is a perfect place to while away short winter days. Thanks to its temperate location in the rolling hills shared by Tennessee and North Carolina, the park has wildflowers and rich wildlife-viewing opportunities year-round. You might spot black bears, white-tailed deer, coyotes, groundhogs, wild turkeys, raccoons, or skunks — or you can fish in the rivers, streams, and lakes.

Five drive-in horse camps provide access to 550 miles of hiking trails for equestrians and history fans will be awed by more than 150 historic cemeteries in the park; a walk between headstones provides special insight into the communities that once called the area home. Camping is available year-round, and winter is a great time to try to snag a scenic valley campsite at Cades Cove, one of the park’s most popular campgrounds.

Saguaro National Park, Arizona

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Winters in Tucson are about as warm as summers in Seattle, with daytime temperatures averaging between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. That’s a whole lot more pleasant than the city’s daytime temperatures, often measured in the triple digits. And it’s still more comfortable than the mid-80s of fall or spring, particularly if you plan on hiking in Saguaro National Park. Nights get cold — often dipping below freezing — but if you wake up before the desert has a chance to thaw, seeing some of the tallest cacti in the country looming over snowy wilds is pretty magical.

Denali National Park, Alaska

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Denali isn’t the only national park where you can see the aurora borealis — Acadia, Glacier, and a few others also fit that bill — but it’s one of the best due to its far-north latitude and minimal light pollution.

Aurora season in Denali spans from September to April, with the long nights in December and January offering visitors the best likelihood of catching the otherworldly phenomenon. Couple that with classic winter sports like dog sledding and snowshoeing under the watchful eye of the park’s eponymous mountain (the tallest mountain in North America), and it’s clear the protected slice of Alaskan wilderness undoubtedly deserves a shoutout as one of the best national parks to visit in winter.

Yosemite National Park, California

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Naturalist John Muir once called Yosemite “the grandest of all the special temples of nature [he] was ever permitted to enter.” First protected in 1864, the park is known for sheer rock faces, plunging waterfalls, switchbacking trails, and sweeping panoramas made famous by photographers such as Ansel Adams. Winter isn’t the greatest time to scale famous landmarks such as Half Dome or El Capitan, but it is the ideal time to enjoy the park’s beauty without the other thing it’s become known for: overwhelmingly large crowds.

While some roads close in winter, Glacier Point Road stays open. But it closes to cars at Badger Pass (about five miles in), where guests will find the Yosemite Ski and Snowboard Area — one of only three ski areas in the US inside a national park. The road is open to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing after car access closes.

Yosemite Valley also remains open, allowing hikers and snowshoers to see icons such as Bridalveil Falls, Mirror Lake, and Lower Yosemite Falls. Another popular snowshoeing route cuts through the park’s ancient sequoia groves, while ice skaters can glide beneath Half Dome at the Curry Village (also called Camp Curry) Ice Skating Rink.

Lodging is also much easier to find in and around the park in winter. Visit in winter and you might actually have a chance of snagging a room at the almost-impossible-to-reserve Ahwanhee Resort inside the park during the off-season. Or, if you’re into roughing it, you can bed down at one of the four campgrounds open year-round. And some of the rentable canvas tents in Curry Village have heaters.

Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado

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This is one of the best national parks to visit in winter if you like playing in snow. Rocky Mountain National Park spans 415 square miles of spectacular alpine and subalpine mountain ecosystems. Visitors can cross-country ski or snowshoe throughout the park, and beginning in January, park rangers host regular snowshoe tours to help get guests familiar with the craggy surroundings. More active travelers know that sledding and ice skating are popular at Hidden Valley, a former ski area inside the park.

Rocky Mountain National Park is also one of the country’s top wildlife viewing destinations, making that the top-rated activity for a majority of the park’s 3,000,000 annual visitors.

But Rocky Mountain National Park’s biggest draw is big mammals, and winter brings massive herds of elk, bighorn sheep, and mule deer with a few moose sprinkled in. While the Moraine Park Campground is open for overnights, a more comfortable option may be heading into one of the nearby towns of Estes Park or Grand Lake for a warm bed and a famous Colorado microbrew in front of a roaring fire.

Everglades National Park, Florida

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The main reason Everglades is one of the best national parks to visit in winter is a bit of a technicality — it’s the only time of year when the heat and humidity are bearable. From November to April, skies are clear, there’s little moisture in the air, and temperatures range from the high 70s to the low 50s. The dry season also eliminates pests such as mosquitoes and flies while drawing out the creatures you’ll be happy to see. Animals like bobcats and deer congregate around watering holes, alligators burrow and go dormant, and a variety of bird species migrate to the park to winter in sunny southern Florida.

Some consider the Everglades a murky, dangerous wilderness, but it’s actually the largest subtropical rainforest in the United States, not to mention a World Heritage Site, International Biosphere Reserve, and Wetland of International Importance. Wildlife watching is one of the most popular activities in the park, and you can expect to see manatees, dolphins, crocodiles, alligators, turtles, and herons to name a few.

Visitors can camp year-round in the park and in the backcountry along the 99-mile Wilderness Waterway. As a bonus, just a few miles to the east of the Everglades sits Biscayne National Park, a great spot for anyone who loves being on the water. Its beaches, blue waters, and coral reefs can be explored by foot, by boat, or while snorkeling. In southern Florida, you get two of the best national parks to visit in winter in one place.

Haleakala National Park, Hawaii

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For those heading to the islands, a visit to Maui’s Haleakala National Park is worth the slight bit of effort. Meaning “house of the sun” in Hawaiian, Haleakala is actually a huge domed volcano covering three-quarters of the island. Mark Twain once described the sunrise from atop Haleakala as “the most sublime spectacle [he] ever witnessed.” Apparently, many people agree.

If you want to jostle with the crowds for the perfect photo of the dawning of a new day, book with a local tour company or be prepared to obtain a permit in advance; unsurprisingly, parking is limited at 10,023 feet above sea level.

Another option is to head up the mountain to see a famed Hawaiian sunset. It doesn’t require a permit and allows for a day to explore the park’s other beautiful sights, from otherworldly rock deserts to lush Hawaiian rainforests. Be sure to keep your eyes out for spotting nenes, Hawaii’s state bird and an endangered species. It’s not the only rare species, though, as Haleakala actually protects more endangered species than any other park in the National Park Service.

For a truly immersive experience, camp or stay in cabins in the park.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico

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Actor Will Rogers once called Carlsbad Caverns “the Grand Canyon with a roof over it,” explaining why the park attracts nearly 500,000 people a year — most of them in the summer. That makes winter the perfect time to skirt the crowds and quietly appreciate the beauty of this unusual spot. Over 119 caves are hidden beneath the Chihuahuan Desert, all formed when sulfuric acid dissolved the limestone remnants of an ancient fossil reef.

If you arrive just as the park opens, you may find yourself the only one meandering down the 1.25-mile, 750-foot-deep Natural Entrance Trail into the mouth of the caverns. Inside, the Big Room is an alien-looking limestone chamber almost 4,000 feet long and more than 625 feet wide and 255 feet high, making it the fifth-largest chamber in North America.

Above ground, the desert is alive with flowering cacti, wildlife, and rocky canyons prime for hiking. You can’t camp at Carlsbad Caverns, but if you’re adventurous, you can boondock on neighboring Bureau of Land Management land. For more comfort, the town of Carlsbad has plenty of hotels, and year-round camping is available at nearby Guadalupe Mountains National Park, 40 minutes away in scenic west Texas.

Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas

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Hot Springs, Arkansas, has been called the “Calistoga of the South,” and it’s easy to understand why: the entire north end of the city is a national park built around hot springs. People have been flocking to this town for years to take advantage of the bubbling mineral waters’ much-touted health benefits. And winter is an ideal time to soak in the warmth.

Hot Springs National Park’s visitor center is in the historic, stained-glass-and-marble Fordyce Bathhouse, sitting on the city’s Bathhouse Row. Visitors can opt for a hot soak in a traditional bath at the Buckstaff Bathhouse, in business since 1912, or opt for a more modern spa experience at Quapaw Baths and Spa.

Once you’re thoroughly pruney, walk around the city of Hot Springs to check out the stylish Art Deco buildings. If you’re looking for more of a challenge, miles of trails run through the park. The longest and most popular path is the Sunset Trail, covering more than 10 miles and crossing the varied terrain of the Ouachita Mountains.

Since Hot Springs National Park is in an actual city, you’ll find plenty of places to rest your head. But if you want to sleep under the stars, Gulpha Gorge Campground is open year-round.

Joshua Tree National Park, California

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Joshua Tree National Park is an otherworldly, unique landscape just two hours east of urban Los Angeles. In winter, ground-level temperatures hover in the 50s and 60s F, while snow can cover the peaks (or even the trails and trees) following a recent storm. Rock climbers are among the most frequent winter visitors, leaving the paths and lookouts away from the crags and anchor points wide open.

Start with a hike in Cottonwood Spring or Black Rock Canyon before making your way to the Wonderland of Rocks in Indian Cove. Camping is popular in winter, so if you plan to stay overnight, reserve a spot in advance or plan to stay outside the park boundaries. Last-minute campsites are usually available midweek.

The 794,000 acres that make up the park have been home to human activity since the Pinto People lived here more than 7,500 years ago. In the park, you’ll see the Pinto People Information Sign where you can stop to learn more about the area’s earliest inhabitants. Even if you only have a day to spare, it’s worth the park entrance fee — a drive along the main road to Skull Rock and Keys View Lookout is worth the entrance fee, even if you’re just using it as a cut-through to destinations further east or west.

White Sands National Park, New Mexico

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Rarely do the terms “hidden” and “national park” come together in a sentence. But White Sands National Park fits both descriptions. It’s in a rocky area of southern New Mexico otherwise known for the mountainous terrain of the Sierra Blanca and hardy, outdoors-oriented mountain towns like Ruidoso.

In the park, you’ll find the same white-hued dunes as you would in summer, albeit with no one around — meaning the quick hike up the Playa Trail to views of white in every direction is yours to meander as you please.

The weather at the park stays warm while the sun is up even as snow blankets the surrounding peaks, so winter is an ideal time to take out a plastic sled and some wax to host a quick race down the dunes. For a challenge, hike the five-mile Alkali Trail, which crosses several dunes.

Acadia National Park, Maine

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Home to 45 miles of carriage roads, Acadia is one of the best national parks for cross-country skiers, which makes it one of the best national parks to visit in winter. Groomed trails are equally fun for snowshoers, and you can also cross-country ski on unplowed roads — just beware of snowmobiles.

January and February spell peak ice fishing on larger lakes and ponds, while the Schoodic Peninsula is prime for birdwatching throughout the season. Another game for winter birders: trying to spot snowy owls through the leafless trees of Acadia’s forests.

Channel Islands National Park, California

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Off the coast of Los Angeles, the Channel Islands comprise a mild-weathered park popular with scuba divers, kayakers, hikers, and campers year-round. But there are a few annual occurrences that make it one of the best national parks to visit in winter.

December kicks off gray-whale-watching season, which runs through March, as well as pupping season for northern elephant and harbor seals. Late January marks the start of wildflower season, particularly on the Santa Barbara, Anacapa, and San Miguel Islands. And winter sunsets are legendary in Channel Islands National Park to boot.

A version of this article was previously published on November 7, 2018, and was updated on October 20, 2022, with more information.

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Massachusetts residents consider beer a lifestyle and a hobby: People here don’t just drink beer, they explore breweries, and brew their own beers. It’s a family affair, too: When you take a trip to Massachusetts, you might find it surprising that so many breweries have mini playgrounds for kids, dog parks, and yard games to make for a full day outing. Maybe us residents are a bit overzealous, but beer is in our history. Just like Michigan breweries, the breweries in Massachusetts are some of the best in the United States.

Though hotly debated by historians, some suspect the Mayflower docked at Plymouth Rock (rather than travel further) due to depleted beer reserves. A diarist aboard the ship wrote, “We could not now take time for further search or consideration, our victuals being much spent, especially our beere.”

The passengers’ sixty day journey across the Atlantic offered plenty of opportunity for bacteria to grow and contaminate the stored drinking water. Available water was unfit for consumption, if not potentially life-threatening. Pilgrims kept ship’s beer, a type of low-alcohol brew, as an alternative method of hydration. So yes, that beer was completely necessary.

Since the Mayflower’s sailing, beer has continued to play an important role in America’s history. During the 1700’s, war raged on throughout the east coast of what would become the United States. Men went off to fight the war, leaving women to fend for themselves both in the home with family and in enterprise. Many women who managed economical operations went into beer production for local taverns and shipment to soldiers. The name “Alewife” was born from the women who held a significant role in brewing, distribution, and management.

Present day Massachusetts breweries are a far cry from the stone-walled, cauldron-warmed taverns of the pre-revolution (though, you can find a few places to match that ambiance). You can expect open air seating spaces, which host a wide range of lawn games, picnic benches, and typically an array of crafted food pairings to enjoy alongside your brew.

Each of the Massachusetts breweries on this list has a different offering when it comes to aesthetics and what’s on tap, though you can almost always expect a friendly face and easy conversation. If you’re planning to make a trip up to Massachusetts, make a beer tour part of your itinerary. Here are the six best Massachusetts breweries that aren’t Sam Adams.

1. Tree House Brewing Company

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Brimfield is notable as home to one of the oldest U.S. (and one of the largest) antique markets, but it’s also the hometown of a highly rated brewery in western Massachusetts. Treehouse began in a petite, red barn and today its ambience is whimsical and cozy. Warm string lights illuminate the communal rows of picnic table seating throughout each of the brewery locations. Even as the brewery expanded, charm remained their defining feature.

Where: 129 Sturbridge Rd, Charlton, MA 01507

2. Shovel Town Brewery

North Easton was a booming industrial hubspot back in the 19th century when Ames Shovel Company became the standard issue for American Troops. After the company ceased production, North Easton was left with a selection of mansions owned by the Ames family, plus several manufacturing factories made of sleek granite rock. Developers since repurposed these buildings into apartments and small businesses, each with factory-worn features, a chic patina to the modern consumer. Within one of the many stone buildings is Shovel Town Brewery, serving up cannabis-infused beer to spiked seltzer on tap. After you’re satisfied, take a walk around back to explore the historic buildings, garden courtyard and museum train station all still intact.

Where: 50 Oliver St, North Easton, MA 02356

3. Cisco Brewers

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One of the more scenic brewery offerings in Massachusetts will require a ferry ride to Nantucket. On the island known for celebrity sightings, scrimshaw and its whaling history, the Cisco Brewers flagship experience gives the full breadth of coastal living. A delight for artisan beer lovers, you can sip brews on the lawn and sample oysters dug up from shores less than a mile away. The brewery also has locations in New Bedford and Boston.

Where: 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554

4. Trillium Brewing Company

 

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If you could sum up Trillium in one word, it would be artisanal. Each new release comes from the same painstaking detail as a painter who may fret over four different shades of a primary color. The depth and flavor complexities mirror that of a trained chef working with premium ingredients. Entering one of Trillium’s many breweries is like coming home from a long trip, all smiles and good cheer. Exquisite detail meets non-pretentious hospitality; Trillium captures the essence of New England farmhouse-style brews.

Where: 100 Royall St, Canton, MA 02021

5. Aeronaut Brewing Company

Born in a living room brewery, Aeronaut was the brainchild of two MIT and Cornell graduates who share a passion for experimental brewing. But it’s not just the pairing between science and fermentation that makes Aeronaut exceptional. It’s also Somerville’s first brewery in over a hundred years. The brewery’s notoriety comes from its collaborative projects with local entrepreneurs and artists. Make sure to buy beer to-go displaying your favorite can artwork; some of the designs fit for a collector.

Where: 14 Tyler St, Somerville, MA 02143

6. Timberyard Brewing Company

 

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As you might expect from the name, Timberyard Brewing Company encapsulates the historical prominence of forestry in New England. Set on a once-operating lumberyard, guests still get the woodsy experience with the long polished wood tables and indoor bar decorated with weathered shingles. Dog-friendly, and kid-friendly, there are plenty of lawn games, live music performances beside a rusted Chevy pick-up on the lawn, and an outstanding selection of food. Try the brewery’s flight of dry-hopped pickles made in-house alongside your favorite style of beer.

Where: 555 East Main Street, Route, 9, East Brookfield, MA 01515

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Massachusetts residents consider beer a lifestyle and a hobby: People here don’t just drink beer, they explore breweries, and brew their own beers. It’s a family affair, too: When you take a trip to Massachusetts, you might find it surprising that so many breweries have mini playgrounds for kids, dog parks, and yard games to make for a full day outing. Maybe us residents are a bit overzealous, but beer is in our history. Just like Michigan breweries, the breweries in Massachusetts are some of the best in the United States.

Though hotly debated by historians, some suspect the Mayflower docked at Plymouth Rock (rather than travel further) due to depleted beer reserves. A diarist aboard the ship wrote, “We could not now take time for further search or consideration, our victuals being much spent, especially our beere.”

The passengers’ sixty day journey across the Atlantic offered plenty of opportunity for bacteria to grow and contaminate the stored drinking water. Available water was unfit for consumption, if not potentially life-threatening. Pilgrims kept ship’s beer, a type of low-alcohol brew, as an alternative method of hydration. So yes, that beer was completely necessary.

Since the Mayflower’s sailing, beer has continued to play an important role in America’s history. During the 1700’s, war raged on throughout the east coast of what would become the United States. Men went off to fight the war, leaving women to fend for themselves both in the home with family and in enterprise. Many women who managed economical operations went into beer production for local taverns and shipment to soldiers. The name “Alewife” was born from the women who held a significant role in brewing, distribution, and management.

Present day Massachusetts breweries are a far cry from the stone-walled, cauldron-warmed taverns of the pre-revolution (though, you can find a few places to match that ambiance). You can expect open air seating spaces, which host a wide range of lawn games, picnic benches, and typically an array of crafted food pairings to enjoy alongside your brew.

Each of the Massachusetts breweries on this list has a different offering when it comes to aesthetics and what’s on tap, though you can almost always expect a friendly face and easy conversation. If you’re planning to make a trip up to Massachusetts, make a beer tour part of your itinerary. Here are the six best Massachusetts breweries that aren’t Sam Adams.

1. Tree House Brewing Company

Photo: Tree House Brewing Company

Brimfield is notable as home to one of the oldest U.S. (and one of the largest) antique markets, but it’s also the hometown of a highly rated brewery in western Massachusetts. Treehouse began in a petite, red barn and today its ambience is whimsical and cozy. Warm string lights illuminate the communal rows of picnic table seating throughout each of the brewery locations. Even as the brewery expanded, charm remained their defining feature.

Where: 129 Sturbridge Rd, Charlton, MA 01507

2. Shovel Town Brewery

North Easton was a booming industrial hubspot back in the 19th century when Ames Shovel Company became the standard issue for American Troops. After the company ceased production, North Easton was left with a selection of mansions owned by the Ames family, plus several manufacturing factories made of sleek granite rock. Developers since repurposed these buildings into apartments and small businesses, each with factory-worn features, a chic patina to the modern consumer. Within one of the many stone buildings is Shovel Town Brewery, serving up cannabis-infused beer to spiked seltzer on tap. After you’re satisfied, take a walk around back to explore the historic buildings, garden courtyard and museum train station all still intact.

Where: 50 Oliver St, North Easton, MA 02356

3. Cisco Brewers

Photo: Cisco Brewers

One of the more scenic brewery offerings in Massachusetts will require a ferry ride to Nantucket. On the island known for celebrity sightings, scrimshaw and its whaling history, the Cisco Brewers flagship experience gives the full breadth of coastal living. A delight for artisan beer lovers, you can sip brews on the lawn and sample oysters dug up from shores less than a mile away. The brewery also has locations in New Bedford and Boston.

Where: 5 Bartlett Farm Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554

4. Trillium Brewing Company

 

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If you could sum up Trillium in one word, it would be artisanal. Each new release comes from the same painstaking detail as a painter who may fret over four different shades of a primary color. The depth and flavor complexities mirror that of a trained chef working with premium ingredients. Entering one of Trillium’s many breweries is like coming home from a long trip, all smiles and good cheer. Exquisite detail meets non-pretentious hospitality; Trillium captures the essence of New England farmhouse-style brews.

Where: 100 Royall St, Canton, MA 02021

5. Aeronaut Brewing Company

Born in a living room brewery, Aeronaut was the brainchild of two MIT and Cornell graduates who share a passion for experimental brewing. But it’s not just the pairing between science and fermentation that makes Aeronaut exceptional. It’s also Somerville’s first brewery in over a hundred years. The brewery’s notoriety comes from its collaborative projects with local entrepreneurs and artists. Make sure to buy beer to-go displaying your favorite can artwork; some of the designs fit for a collector.

Where: 14 Tyler St, Somerville, MA 02143

6. Timberyard Brewing Company

 

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As you might expect from the name, Timberyard Brewing Company encapsulates the historical prominence of forestry in New England. Set on a once-operating lumberyard, guests still get the woodsy experience with the long polished wood tables and indoor bar decorated with weathered shingles. Dog-friendly, and kid-friendly, there are plenty of lawn games, live music performances beside a rusted Chevy pick-up on the lawn, and an outstanding selection of food. Try the brewery’s flight of dry-hopped pickles made in-house alongside your favorite style of beer.

Where: 555 East Main Street, Route, 9, East Brookfield, MA 01515

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Las Vegas is known as the “Entertainment Capital of the World” for its high-profile shows, engaging museums, and outdoor adventures you can have away from the busier parts of the Strip. While some visitors may be content to sip overpriced drinks poolside, there is nothing like venturing out into the city to experience everything it has to offer. Not only do you get to enjoy live performances, you can’t find anywhere else in the world, but you also get to take in the sights and sounds of one of the most exciting cities in the US. As there are so many things to do in Las Vegas, squeezing it all into one trip is impossible. Instead, follow this list which will help you plan a perfect getaway to Sin City.

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Las Vegas is a city that strides hand-in-hand with illusion and that goes for getting around town as well. The casino buildings are big and look relatively close in proximity to one another, but the properties are enormous and can be deceivingly far away.

If you’re staying at MGM Grand and want to visit Bellagio, it may look close but it’s a 20-minute walk. Add in the heat, sidewalks packed with tourists and you could find yourself on a half-hour trek, so plan accordingly.

Visitors also have access to the Las Vegas Monorail, which runs on the east side of the Strip from MGM Grand to Sahara Las Vegas with multiple stops along the way. It saves you time, a bit of stress, and only costs a few bucks for unlimited rides during your stay.

But Vegas is more than the Strip, right? You will, of course, want to head downtown to visit the world-famous Fremont Street Entertainment District. Each casino has a designated area for taxis and rideshares, so go to the transportation zones near the hotel lobby registration areas. Be mindful of the time of the day, though. On Friday and Saturday evenings (or when big events are in town), the Strip can come to a virtual standstill with traffic. Leave for your destination early or bring your gym shoes.

Best shows in Las VegasAbsinthe

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Set in a big top-style tent, Absinthe features a mix of outrageous comedy and jaw-dropping acrobatics. The brazen show (even by Vegas standards) is led by The Gazillionaire, a fast-talking ringmaster, and his assistant, Penny. Together, they take the audience on a wild ride that is part vaudeville, part burlesque, and all side-splitting fun. With a cast of truly talented performers, Absinthe is a must-see show when you’re in Las Vegas.

Thunder from Down Under

What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas? Not when it comes to the Thunder from Down Under. You’ll be gushing to all of your friends about the hottest show Vegas has ever offered. This world-famous Australian male revue is the perfect way to add a little excitement to your trip to Sin City. The toned-and-tanned dancers are sure to get your heart racing, and with a group of your best friends by your side, you’re guaranteed to have a night you’ll never forget. After all, your friends will have the evidence on their phones.

David Copperfield

For over 30 years, illusionist David Copperfield has been delighting audiences with his jaw-dropping illusions. From making the Statue of Liberty disappear to levitating over the Grand Canyon, he continuously amazes the crowds that line up for the over 500 shows he performs each year. Seeing Copperfield in person is an unforgettable experience and one that any fan of magic will treasure for a lifetime.

Best museums in Las VegasThe Mob Museum

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Located in the heart of downtown, The Mob Museum offers a fascinating look at the history of organized crime in the US. Through interactive exhibits and original artifacts, visitors can learn about famous gangsters like Al Capone and John Gotti, as well as the law enforcement officers who brought them to justice. The museum also explores the role of the mob in popular culture, from films like The Godfather to television shows like The Sopranos. Plus, you’ll have an opportunity to visit The Underground, a real working distillery and speakeasy in the museum’s basement.

Where: 300 Stewart Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Pinball Hall of Fame

The Pinball Hall of Fame is home to over 400 pinball machines, ranging from early 20th-century classics to modern-day beauties. Visitors can spend hours playing their favorite games for just a few quarters, and the knowledgeable staff is always on hand to offer tips and tricks. Best of all, the proceeds from the Pinball Hall of Fame go towards supporting the local Salvation Army. So not only will you have a great time, but you’ll also be supporting a good cause.

Where: 4925 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas NV 89119

Zak Bagan’s The Haunted Museum

This one-of-a-kind museum is home to a collection of bizarre and macabre artifacts, all with a dark history. Among the exhibits at Zak Bagan’s The Haunted Museum are Peggy the haunted doll, the Devil’s Rocking Chair, and the “World’s Most-Haunted Object”, the Dybbuk Box. The museum also features incredibly spooky interactive experiences, such as a flashlight ghost tour where the lights go out and you’re left on your own to explore.

Where: 600 E Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104

Best adventures off the StripValley of Fire

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Valley of Fire State Park is one of the most unique and beautiful places in the world. The red sandstone formations seem almost alien to our planet, and the views are simply breathtaking. There are miles of hiking trails to explore, and the visitors’ center has a great exhibit on the history of the surrounding area and how the valley was created. Valley of Fire is a truly special place, and it is definitely worth a visit while you’re in Las Vegas.

Hoover Dam

Located a quick 30-minute drive from the Strip, Hoover Dam is an amazing feat of engineering, and it’s definitely worth your time when looking for adventures off the Strip. There are a few different ways to tour the dam, but the most popular is the self-guided tour. This allows you to explore at your own pace, and it’s a great way to learn about its history and how the dam works. For a small fee, you can take a guided tour, which typically lasts about an hour. Either way, visiting Hoover Dam is a great way to take a break from the casinos and see a true marvel of human achievement.

Death Valley

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Death Valley is one of the hottest, driest places on Earth. Despite its name, Death Valley is home to a wide variety of vegetation and animals, including massive Joshua tree forests. Visitors can explore miles of canyons, mountains, and sand dunes, and even take a dip in one of the many warm springs that dot the arid landscape. In addition, Death Valley offers a great opportunity to see the night sky. The valley is located in a dark zone, which means that light pollution is at a bare minimum. As a result, stargazers can see an incredible number of constellations on clear nights.

Where to eat and drink in Las Vegas

Whether you’re looking for a quick bite or a Michelin Star experience, there’s a restaurant to suit your needs. And with so many options available, you will find something to please even the pickiest of eaters. For those who like to gamble, there are plenty of restaurants located inside casinos, so you can try your luck while satisfying your hunger. Or if you prefer to avoid the crowds, there are also many excellent restaurants located off the Strip. No matter what your taste or budget, you’ll be able to find a great meal in Las Vegas.

 Bazaar Meat By José Andrés

Apologies in advance to our vegan-friendly readers. Bazaar Meat By José Andrés is like a love letter to carnivores. The restaurant is divided into several sections: the bar, the fine dining room, and the open-air meat bazaar. In the open-air space, you’ll encounter some of the finest cuts of Wagyu, Black Angus, and Washugyu. You and your group can take culinary adventures to the four corners of the globe with their famed tasting experiences as well. With such a wide variety of meats on offer, Bazaar Meat is the perfect place for carnivores to indulge.

Where: Sahara Las Vegas, 2535 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109

 Tacos & Beer

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Tacos & Beer is the perfect place to go when you’re looking for a fun and casual dining experience while being close enough to the Strip to keep the party going all night. Although the restaurant has expanded its menu to include more Mexican-inspired plates, the tacos are definitely the star of the show, and they come in a variety of different flavors. Grab a puerco verde, a chicken tinga, and a beer-battered avocado taco, then pair it with an extensive selection of local and craft brews to make your dinner complete. If you’re wanting a low-key dining experience without sacrificing flavor, then Tacos & Beer has you covered.

Where: 3900 Paradise Rd A, Las Vegas, NV 89169

Golden Steer Steakhouse

The Golden Steer Steakhouse is a Las Vegas institution. Founded in 1958, “The Steer” as locals call it, has been a favorite of celebrities and ordinary people alike, and it has been featured in many movies and TV shows over the years. The Golden Steer is best known for its steaks, which are hand-cut and cooked to perfection. The restaurant also has an extensive wine list, and its waitstaff is highly knowledgeable about food and wine pairing. If you want a true taste of “old Vegas”, where heavyweights such as Elvis, Sinatra, and gangsters galore were regulars, then the Golden Steer Steakhouse should be at the top of your list.

Where: 308 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89102

Stadium Swim

Stadium Swim at Circa Resort in downtown Las Vegas is a palatial blend of swimming, sports, gambling, and a day club vibe. Basically, everything that makes Vegas, “Vegas.” We dare you to try to take your eyes off of the 40-foot, 14-million-pixel high-definition screen that always has the biggest games playing and a non-stop stream of the latest betting props. Live DJs, poolside gaming tables, a surprisingly great food menu, and swim-up bars mean you’ll occasionally ask your friends through the fog of bottle service if you have indeed died and gone to Las Vegas heaven.

Where: Circa Resort and Casino, 8 E Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101

The Barbershop

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Las Vegas has gone all in on speakeasies and hidden bars, but the one that always stands out to locals and tourists alike is The Barbershop. It’s more than just a place to get a carefully crafted cocktail. It’s also a real working barbershop. So before you order a classic whiskey Highball, you’ll want to get your look freshened up to head out for the night. But there’s the other curveball to The Barbershop. Hidden behind a secret door is the entrance to a high-octane music venue where chest-thumping concerts are held. This is one Vegas spot that is an entire evening in itself.

Where: Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Boulevard Tower, 3708 Las Vegas Blvd S Level 1, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Atomic Liquors

Atomic Liquors is one of the most iconic bars in Las Vegas. It’s been serving up drinks since the 1940s, and it’s seen a lot of history since then. The bar was a popular hangout for celebrities such as the Rat Pack, Clint Eastwood, and Barbara Streisand, who loved a place to go away from the tourists on the Strip. It’s been featured in Hollywood classics such as The Twilight Zone, Casino, and The Hangover. These days, Atomic Liquors is still a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. The vibe is casual and relaxed, and the drinks are strong and reasonably priced. If you’re looking for a taste of old-school Las Vegas, Atomic Liquors is definitely worth a visit.

Where: 917 E Fremont St, Las Vegas, NV 89101

Where to stay in Las VegasThe Venetian Resort Las Vegas

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From the moment you step inside The Venetian, you’re transported to a world of luxury and opulence. The soaring ceilings and grandiose architecture are a sight to behold, and the marble floors and intricately detailed sculptures add an air of sophistication. But it’s not all about looks — the Venetian also offers a unique experience with its gondola rides through canals lined with shops and restaurants. Of course, for those who like to risk it all, the Venetian houses a beautiful casino that dazzles with brilliant lighting and non-stop action. One visit to the Venetian will help you realize why it’s one of the most popular hotels on the strip.

Where: 3355 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas

The Cosmopolitan features stunning views of the city, an eclectic mix of dining and nightlife options, and a central location that keeps you in the middle of the city’s energy. It features The Barbershop and Ghost Donkey, two famed Las Vegas speakeasies, as well as one of the best restaurants in the city in Momofuku. And for those looking for a night out on the town, the Cosmopolitan has its own nightclub, Marquee, which is one of the most popular clubs in Las Vegas.

Where: 3708 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109

Las Vegas Airbnbs

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Not every trip to Las Vegas requires a stay in one of the city’s gaudy resorts. Sometimes visits to the desert require the simple touches of home to make travels complete. Of course, this is Vegas, so the Airbnbs are not exactly low-key, but they sure are fabulous.

If you have a feisty bachelorette party planned, then you’ll want to consider this tropical retreat that’s only a few minutes from the Strip. It’s an oasis with a 52-foot pool and six large bedrooms. It sleeps up to 16 guests and at over 5,000 square feet of living space, you’ll have plenty of room to do whatever happens during bachelorette weekends that we don’t talk about here.

For the groups of guys that like to do Vegas in style screaming that “this city isn’t ready for us” while high-fiving down the escalator at Circus Circus, grab this penthouse at Vdara on the Strip. It overlooks the Bellagio Fountains and is spacious enough for up to six guests. It has two enormous bedrooms and is the ritziest place you’ll probably ever stay, knowing damn well that one of you is going to wake up in the bathtub with a hangover. 

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10 Cozy Airbnb Cabin Rentals in the Northeast for the Perfect Mountain Escape

As summer comes to a close and the cool fall weather moves in, it’s time to plan a getaway to snuggle up by the fire with your favorite warm beverage. There’s no better way to bring in the fall season than to relax in a cozy cabin, and from New Hampshire to Maine, the Northeast is loaded with them. Shield yourself from the cold weather and snow, while taking in stunning views, at these secluded, intimate, and quaint cabins.

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The coziest Airbnb cabins in Maine

 

Caribou Mountain Retreat

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Check out some relaxing cabins in the Northeast, starting with this cozy one in Bethel, Maine. This cabin features 180-degree views from every corner and window in the cabin. The main floor features a kitchen area, a spacious living room, and a primary suite with a full bath.

Ten guests, four bedrooms
Price: $596 per night

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Timber framed cottage

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Sit back and relax in this comfortable space in a woodsy setting. This cottage has everything you need for a cozy stay, with modern amenities throughout the cabin. Chill by the wood fireplace place, snuggle up on the couch, or gather around the fire pit and roast some delicious marshmallows.

Four guests, one bedroom
Price: $267 per night

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The coziest Airbnb cabins in New York

 

The Upstate A

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This A-frame cabin is set in a cul-de-sac in the heart of the Hudson Valley. It features a spacious living room, a modernized kitchen, a bar cart, plenty of board games for entertaining, a book nook, and exercise equipment, and if you need to get some work done, the home has two office setups.

Seven guests, four bedrooms
Price: $435 per night

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Modern cabin getaway

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Experience modernity in the woods at this contemporary retreat. This Airbnb cabin rental in New York has bright windows that allow the home to fill with natural light, along with open space, new appliances, heated floors, and a bumping sound system. This cabin is a five-minute drive to Woodstock, and you can hike Overlook Mountain, have a stunning view of waterfalls, and take on more cool adventures near the cabin.

Four guests, two bedrooms
Price: $334 per night

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The coziest Airbnb cabins in Massachusetts

 

Chic romantic cabin

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Gather the family and head to this chic, updated cabin in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. This spacious cabin is in the heart of downtown and features a cozy and spacious living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and an outdoor area with a large deck with rocking chairs and stunning views overlooking the mountains. If you’re looking to explore, the cabin is a 20-minute drive to Tanglewood, five minutes to Ski Butternut, 15 minutes to Catamount Mountain Resort, and within walking distance to many shops and restaurants.

Fourteen guests, three bedroom
Price: $386 per night

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Berkshires Log Cabin

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Immerse yourself in one of the cutest cabins in the northeast, this tranquil log cabin in Washington, Massachusetts. This secluded log cabin has an open-concept living space on the first floor and a loft area with a pullout queen sofa and ensuite bathroom. A wrap-around front porch is perfect for sitting out for coffee in the morning.

Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $208 per night

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The coziest Airbnb cabin in New Hampshire

 

Cozy White Mountains Cabin

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Take a break from reality at this renovated cabin in the White Mountains. This Airbnb cabin rental in New Hampshire is in the Waterville Estates neighborhood of Thornton and features resort-like amenities. Get cozy by the warm pellet stove, grab your favorite book, and get comfortable in the loft. The cabin is twenty minutes to Waterville Valley, twenty-five minutes to Loon, and thirty minutes to Cannon Mountain.

Six guests, three bedrooms
Price: $279 per night

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The coziest Airbnb cabins in Vermont

 

Secluded Vermont cabin

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If you are looking for a romantic getaway for two, this secluded retreat is the place to be. The cabin is surrounded by nature and is on a six-acre farm. The cabin features a wood stove, a reading nook, and a deck with stunning views, and the home is near a ski resort, trails, and swimming holes.

Three guests, one bedroom
Price: $245 per night

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Green Tree Cabin

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Escape to this stylish cabin for a simple Vermont getaway. This stylish Airbnb features modern amenities like a newly renovated kitchen, a spacious living room with floor-to-ceiling windows, and a cozy fireplace. The home has a large backyard area perfect for cool nights where you can sit by the fire pit and enjoy the cool air.

Eight guests, three bedroom
Price: $450 per night

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The coziest Airbnb cabin in Rhode Island

 

Little Compton Modern

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This newly renovated space sits on 2.4 acres in the heart of Little Compton. The space features unique furnishings throughout the home. The first floor features an outdoor shower, a sitting area with a vintage music system, and books to read. Enjoy relaxing in the living room or cooking a meal in the oversized kitchen.

Ten guests, four bedrooms
Price: $450 per night

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