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The Real Southern Charm

Less than an hour and a half from the bustling downtown of Atlanta, Georgia, lies a sweeping resort nestled into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Stay Where The Celebs Stay - Joshua Tree, California

A house in the desert splendor of California’s Joshua Tree, once a private retreat for celebrities and getaway for the rock star owner (who prefers to remain nameless) and his A list friends, is now available to rent for overnight stays. And this signature estate is a Wow. Be forewarned: once you enter ‘Desert Dog House,’ you may never want to leave.

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Under the Tuscan Sun

Florence. Pisa. Montepulciano. These are some of the most popular cities in Tuscany for tourists, but you can avoid the crowds by venturing off the beaten path to smaller and lesser known, yet equally enchanting locales.

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Fall in the Finger Lakes

There's a reason why Upstate New York is so popular in the Fall. Not only is the foliage unbeatable, but the state just exudes the essence of autumn. If you don't know where to start, we recommend taking a trip to Ithaca, home to some breathtaking waterfalls, scenic hikes, and plenty of local wineries, breweries and cideries.

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Experience Low Country Leisure at Wild Dunes Resort

The Carolinas are known for their southern hospitality and no place does it like the Isle of Palms in South Carolina. Located a mere half hour from the heart of Charleston, this charming barrier island is home to the welcoming Wild Dunes Resort, a sprawling retreat encompassing 1,600 acres of oceanfront property.

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InterContinental Teams Up with Claire Luxton for a Global Travel-Inspired Suite

Travel was put on hold during the heydays of the COVID-19 pandemic and now that we have a vaccine and are slowing the spread, people are cautiously resuming travel. World-class artist Claire Luxton missed the beauty of the natural world and global travel during the pandemic and used that as inspiration with her new partnership with InterContinental Hotels & Resorts.

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Sneak Away from the City and Cozy Up in D.C.

Road trips and domestic travel are on the rise, and with most people still working from home and staring at the same four walls day in and day out, it's no wonder that people are venturing on little getaways. A quick train ride on Amtrak, or a 4.5 hour drive from New York City, lies our nation's capitol -- Washington D.C. Filled with history, charm and plenty to do, it's a great city to explore on your next getaway.

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In Good Company: Wind Your Way Upstate on the Haunted History Trail

Cool breezes on the back of your neck, hearing a giggle down the hallway, creaky footsteps descending the staircase. These aren't uncommon occurrences on the Haunted History Trail of New York State. Up and down the state is a collection of over 90 places you can visit for a good spook, from restaurants to gardens to bed and breakfasts. With Halloween a few days away, it's the perfect time of year to make the drive to some of these frightfully fun destinations...but rest assured, these places are open for business year-round.

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