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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney |Jackie Sutherlin |Andrea Verschuyl |Courtnie Erickson
While Santa Fe is an excellent vacation destination on its own, a day trip away from the city may be in order if you live here or you're visiting for a while. So, what easy day trips can you take from Santa Fe? Well, there are many, but I handpicked five options, including my favorite. Are you ready to plan an adventurous day trip from Santa Fe? Here are my top picks that are only an hour or two away:Just 50 minutes north of Santa Fe is one of the most relaxing spots in the state.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Jacki Mick |Melissa Mahoney |Andrea Verschuyl |Jackie Sutherlin
Can you tell me any better feeling than losing yourself in the endless expanse of the sky? In Kansas, the sky doesn’t just stretch—it sprawls, unapologetically vast and intimate all at once. It feels closer here, more personal. Whether you're hiking through the rolling hills of the Flint Hills Nature Trail, watching the clouds roll by like a lazy afternoon parade, or sipping hot cocoa beneath a sky powdered with stars, the Kansas sky is a show-off... and you’re the VIP.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Andrea Verschuyl |Jackie Sutherlin |Jasmine Vieau |Raymond Goldfield
A friend once shared a family story from her mom's childhood in rural California. Back then, kids spent their summers frying eggs on the pavement and holding ice cube races down the front step's handrail. So when their dad (my friend's grandfather) brought home a kiddie pool, it was a big deal.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney |Jackie Sutherlin |Jacki Mick |Andrea Verschuyl
By April, Arizona typically heats up with temperatures in the 80s and 90s; before you know it, we hit triple digits. While some people thrive in the heat, others (like me) need an escape. Swimming pools are always an option to cool off but if you enjoy spending time in nature, a natural swimming hole may be more your speed. One of my favorite swimming places is Water Wheel Falls, an iconic swimming hole in Payson, Arizona.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Raymond Goldfield |Melissa Mahoney |Jackie Sutherlin |Andrea Verschuyl
Maryland isn't a state I've explored as much as its neighbors, but every time I visit, I'm increasingly impressed with all it has to offer. One of my favorite things about the state and its largest city, Baltimore, is its convenience to new and unique places. There are a lot of fantastic day trips near Baltimore, Maryland, because the city is a perfect jumping-off point for other destinations.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney |Andrea Verschuyl |Jackie Sutherlin |Jasmine Vieau
There's nothing quite like looking up at a star-filled sky that can make us feel the mystery and power of the universe. I've always been in awe of the Milky Way, and stargazing always encouraged my imagination to run wild. While April is a month filled with spring flowers and waterfalls, it also happens to be Global Astronomy Month, during which we are all encouraged to learn about astronomy as we set our eyes toward the night sky. Additionally, International Dark Sky Week is April 21-25, 2025.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Jackie Sutherlin |Jacki Mick |Melissa Mahoney |Andrea Verschuyl
The days are getting longer, the wildflowers are beginning to bloom, the temperatures are rising…it’s my favorite time of the year! Before we know it, we’ll be spending our weekends enjoying all of the wonderful swimming holes in North Carolina. If you’re looking for a new swimming spot to add to your list, allow me to introduce you to Upper Creek Falls. Upper Creek Falls is a picturesque waterfall with multiple cascades tucked away in the Pisgah National Forest along NC Highway 181.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Andrea Verschuyl
Close your eyes. Imagine waking beneath plush covers as sheer morning light pools at the foot of your spacious bed. From just beyond the wall-to-wall windows, the murmur of birdsong lilts among the trees. This serene escape is Baumhaus — a breathtaking Airbnb nestled on Hawai‘i’s Big Island. Thanks to its lofty perch, this spot hovers among the treetops, offering guests the enchanting experience of belonging to the canopy — a realm of sun-kissed leaves, enchanting wildlife, and awe-inspiring views.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Melissa Mahoney |Jackie Sutherlin |Andrea Verschuyl |Courtnie Erickson
On the southeastern shore of Lake Tahoe is a Nevada state park with views that are so exceptional you'll want to spend as much time here as possible. Cave Rock State Park is named for the massive rock that towers hundreds of feet over the lake. This landmark is a prominent feature of the 3-acre park that's also home to a beach and a boat launch. If you'd like a getaway close to the famous rock formaton and the small but stunning state park it resides in, there's a luxurious villa just moments away.
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1 week ago | 
onlyinyourstate.com | Courtnie Erickson |Andrea Verschuyl |Jacki Mick |Jasmine Vieau
Viewing the Northern Lights has been on my bucket list since I was young. I love to look at pictures and watch videos of the colors dancing across the sky. Here in Alaska, we are blessed with numerous opportunities to watch this breathtaking night show, and I’ve found just the place where you don’t have to travel far, can snuggle in bed, and observe this magical scene throughout the entire night.
