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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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Adventures in Park City, Utah

Park City may be known for its abundance of powder-strewn mountains and the yearly Sundance Film Festival, but whether you’re a skier, film buff, or none of the above, this idyllic town will capture your heart the minute you touch down.

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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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That Old Cape Magic

With over 500 miles of coastline, Cape Cod has become synonymous with the idyllic New England escape. Populated with beautiful beaches, flourishing wildlife, lush golf courses, and overflowing with old town charm, Cape Cod is a picturesque spot to vacation in the summertime.

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Aspen's Slopes Beckon This Spring

Aspen – one of the chicest ski destinations in the world – is simply sublime in spring. And now, Angelenos looking to hit the slopes can not only travel there in style, but stay there in style as well.

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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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