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A cabin near good water or good trails changes the rhythm of a weekend entirely. Here's how to find the right one — and what to look for when the outdoors is the whole point.

The best glamping properties don't soften the outdoor experience — they sharpen it. Here's what separates a genuine outdoor glamping stay from a tent with a thread count.

Some lodges are a place to sleep. These are a reason to go. From the Colorado Rockies to the Appalachian highlands, these mountain properties put the landscape at the center of the experience.

The right small town hotel doesn't just give you a place to sleep — it gives you a way into the place. Here's what to look for, and why independent properties almost always outperform the chains.

A dude ranch vacation is one of the most distinctly American travel experiences still available — and one of the most misunderstood. Here's what it actually is, and how to find the right one.

The best waterfront resorts aren't built around a pool. They're built around a lake, a river, or a stretch of coast — and the outdoor experiences that come with it.
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Discover Christmas in Candyland in historic downtown Andalusia, AL — snow shows, skating, holiday lights, and free family festivities each December.

From the White River Food Truck Festival to Indy Scream Park and Mounds State Park, Madison County, Indiana delivers a full season of fall experiences.

Ardmore, Oklahoma shines at the holidays with the Festival of Lights, Parade of Lights, and year-round events at the Ardmore Convention Center and Regional Park.