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1 week ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
There is something sublimely picturesque for every taste in each one of the Great Lakes State's most charming towns.In the winter months, New Buffalo sits snow-covered, ready to embrace the holiday season. At the same time, Calumet offers profound insights between the craggy coastline and the rugged terrain through Keweenaw National Historical Park. Prepare to unearth the best small towns in Michigan with big charm, many being oldies but goodies.
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1 week ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
The best main streets reveal a town's true character in one glance, offering a balance of attractions without being overly touristy. In Florida, towns manage to provide just the right mix of culture and attractions to keep visitors intrigued but not overwhelmed. These towns are perfect for exploring, with ample opportunities to play, rest, and recharge.
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1 week ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
Let your next vacation in 2025 be quaint and imaginative like Michigan's small and offbeat towns. These eight charming communities provide the perfect escape from reality across time and space. Whether you are in for a festival, like the summertime Ultimate Cherry Celebration in Traverse City, or a whole camping trip in Petoskey or Ludington State Park, the fleeting moments will lighten your soul.
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2 weeks ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
This summer season is perfect to cool off on a swim or splice the crystal-clear depths of one of the Great Lakes. The world's largest freshwater lake systems in North America encompass states like Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. There is a small town nearby for a refreshing escape in the area settled for centuries.
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2 weeks ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
The state of New York is filled with charming towns, ready to embrace returning friends, families, and newcomers in warm local hospitality. From Long Island to the Hudson Valley gems and their Catskill neighbors, hospitable towns abound. Ithaca is renowned for the waterfalls in the Finger Lakes, whereas Westport is the gateway into NY's Adirondacks on Lake Champlain. All this friendly nature lends a refreshing vibe to a getaway for recreation and adventure away from the stuffy city.
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2 weeks ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
Home to unique natural wonders in the world, Oregon is hands down one of the coolest states in the US. Whether you're after seafood and lying on the beach or the whitewater of the Wild and Scenic River, these seven charming small towns seamlessly blend cozy vibes into the dramatic coastal beauty. It is easy to find something intriguing and downright off-kilter in the Beaver State. While each is vacation-worthy on its own, why not plan a road trip to stop at a few for an epic summer vacay?
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2 weeks ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
The Great Lakes are synonymous with the great outdoors, and work-life balance comes seamlessly when recreation is a given. Finding a quiet, cozy corner is easy even in the city when it is part of the Great Lakes Region. Taking into account each diverse economy, affordable housing, access to services, plus ease to lead healthy lives, let's journey through the states that touch the Great Lakes.
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2 weeks ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
Arguably one of the most serene landforms in the United States, the Ozarks stretch through Missouri across the Arkansas River and touch upon Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. Rather than the jagged Rockies, Cascades, or even Sierras, this high, plateau-like region is known as an outdoor paradise. Towns can feel lost beneath the dominating shadows in the foothills, but the following should not be overlooked.
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3 weeks ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
It is no secret that California is among the most expensive states to live in. Luckily, Los Angeles is one of the nation's safest urban centers. The City of Angels covers over 500 square miles. Between its hills, bright architectural landscapes, and DTLA, 234 self-designated neighborhoods make Los Angeles as diverse a city as they come. Each has something defining, boastworthy, and yes, even off-putting; they were not created to be equal.
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3 weeks ago | 
worldatlas.com | Alisa Mala
With “Vacationland” on its license plate and a motto that translates as "I lead," Maine certainly is a vacation land — and it does lead, being one of the most popular New England states to visit. Augusta enjoys quaint summers with notable state buildings and welcoming tourist attractions. Old Orchard Beach offers a lively retro vibe year-round, while Deer Isle abounds in summertime attractions. There's so much of Maine to fit into a weekend.
