U.S. and International Travel Destinations - Vacation Ideas

Turn Water Into Wine
in Greenport

Beyond the vineyards, this North Fork town has a new, upscale hotel, secluded trails to hike and bike, and beaches to suit every preference.
By Andrea Strong

More Local Watering Holes

Summer on the Cheap in Montauk: By Amy Ahlberg; The Long Island getaway has the same sandy beaches and fresh-fish obsession as the Hamptons but won't wreck your wallet.

Mix It Up in Asbury Park: By Laura Siciliano-Rosen; The Jersey-shore town offers a colorful collage of gay hangouts, restored Victoriana, and edgy art galleries.

Tri-State Area

Road Movie: By Joe DeLessio; Five drive-in movie spots close enough to the city for a one-night excursion.

Eat Farm Fresh in the North Fork: By Amy Zavatto; Long Island’s 30-plus vineyards and Slow Food�minded dining scene offer a tasty alternative to the Hamptons.

East

Catch Experimental Rock in Baltimore: By Rachel B. Doyle; Charm City's dives and underground venues host a burgeoning scene of art-rock acts and electrifying dance parties.

See Modern Martha’s Vineyard: By Julie Earle-Levine; The summer perennial has rarely looked better. Find revamped hotels, a robust art scene, and those ever-gorgeous beaches.

West

Play in Portland’s Shadows: By Adam H. Graham; The city’s darkest spots (under-the-bridge skate parks, secretive clubs, respectfully louche strip bars) are its coolest.

Dig Up Classic Clothes in San Francisco: By Amy Ettinger; Top-notch vintage stores brimming with upscale hand-me-downs and drag-queen couture abound.

South

Find Solitude in the Smoky Mountains: By Elizabeth Cline; The nation's most-visited national park is replete with remote outdoor adventures.

Take in Wild Rivers in Big Bend: By Melissa Burdick Harmon; Full of untamed waters, Florida’s north country will make you forget the beach.

Midwest

Rock and Roll in Indianapolis: By Amy Zavatto; There's a booming indie scene in the Indiana capital, thanks to its intimate rock clubs and great music stores.

Catch a Show in Chicago: By Jean Tang; The Second City considers itself a purer theater town, favoring acting over hype, and small gems over $100-a-seat blockbusters.

International

Find a Fabulous Bargain in St. Barts: By Geraldine Campbell; The exclusive French Caribbean isle has deep hotel discounts, designer sales, and a welcoming low-key scene in the off-season.

Be Ecofriendly in South Tyrol: By Farhad Heydari; Italy’s northern region is replete with sustainable and state-of-the-art thermal baths, wineries, and hotels.