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Putney, KY: $65 for Kentucky Mountain Campsite at Harlan County Campground, Cabin, and Kayak ($130 Value) If the thought of finding a campsite leaves you pitching a fit instead of a tent, give the outdoors a chance to prove its greatness with a reserved space for your tent or RV.
"When Daniel Boone first crossed into what is now Kentucky more than 200 years ago," says Frommer's, "he found a naturally beautiful yet rugged landscape: a place of deep forests, high mountains, steep cliffs, pristine lakes, lush valleys, and abundant wildlife"
Fly through the dense foliage of the Appalachian Mountains, then slow things down on your included kayak rental—you can even be shuttled upstream so you can cruise down the Cumberland River at your leisure. Later, take your jeep or ATVs off-roading on Harlan County Trails or hike through Kingdom Come State Park.
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In the evening, gather 'round night clubs in los angeles the fire for s'mores, and then take in the Appalachian stars. Who said outdoor adventure and roughing it have to go hand in hand? Lead, SD: $118 for Black Hills Lodge at Spearfish Canyon Lodge ($214 Value) night clubs in los angeles Look out your window: If the scenery is anything less breathtaking night clubs in los angeles than a herd of deer scampering through the golden yellow leaves of Birch trees that cling to the walls of towering limestone cliffs, then close your eyes and get ready to Escape. You're about to embark on a one-night stay for two at South Dakota's Spearfish Canyon Lodge ($118).
Scan for fossils in the thick and weathered limestone, spy wildlife from mountain goats to porcupines, and lift the veil on the majestic rush of the Bridal Veil Falls. Hiking trails are plentiful, as are opportunities for golfing, bird-watching and snowmobiling, when the time is right.
night clubs in los angeles Take in the rustic simplicity of the Latchstring Inn's light wood dining room with its high, arced ceilings, polished beams, and wall mounts as you tuck into a meal of trout Amandine served with beurre blanc, a beer batter muffin, and Chocolate Decadence (it's everything you think it is). Then relax for the rest of the evening on the lodge's balcony hot tub.
For additional information, visit Spearfish Canyon Lodge on Facebook. Philadelphia, PA: $139 for Rittenhouse Square Hotel at Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel ($284 Value) Philadelphia. The City of Brotherly Love. Birthplace of the cheese steak. Oh, and it's home to two of the most important events in American history: the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. With such a rich past, the city has long lured tourists to the various national landmarks that seem to sit on almost every corner, but with a burgeoning culinary and arts scene—the Liberty Bell isn't the only reason to visit.
Take hold of your inalienable right to relaxation and Escape to Radisson Plaza-Warwick Hotel, situated right off Rittenhouse Square—one of the city's five original parks. Fodor's calls it Philadelphia's most elegant square, "reminiscent of a Parisian Park." And we have to agree.
Stay for one (Sundays through Thursdays; $139), two (any days of the week; $278), or three (any days of the week; $417) nights in a Standard King Room, including your choice of either a daily buffet breakfast for two or nightly valet parking for one vehicle.
Declare your independence from your usual routine with a craft beer at the 86-year-old property's Tavern 17 Bar Grill before retiring to your tastefully appointed room, featuring LCD flat-screen TVs, granite tile in the bathrooms, and complimentary bottled water and wireless Internet access.
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After dark, America's most historic mile dazzles with world-class dining and jazz clubs in addition to the Broadway shows at The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts. Meat lovers can pursue happiness over a plump steak and a bottle of port at The Prime Rib—the hotel's old-school, Zagat-rated restaurant—where the piano is grand and the martini is chilly.
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Repeal any other sub-par end-of-summer plans: Elect to Escape to Philly. Hot Springs, VA: $399 for Hot Springs Luxury Resort + Spa at The Homestead ($798 Value) When Thomas Jefferson wondered about the phrase, "life, liberty, and the pursuit of property" while writing the Declaration of Independence, he decided that "happiness" was a better fit for the final word. It's not so surprising that Jefferson preferred this change when you consider that he was also a visitor of The Homestead.
Escape to the secluded, tree-topped mountains of Hot Springs, Virginia, and let this red-bricked resort show you how happiness trumps property night clubs in los angeles (even when it looks this good) during a two-night getaway for two, Sundays through Thursdays ($399) or Fridays night clubs in los angeles and Saturdays ($425) in a spacious Resort Room with one activity per person and valet parking.
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If you want comfort, follow Jefferson's lead. He was such a fan of The Homestead's natural mineral spring waters that the Jefferson Pools are named after him. You'll want to continue your presidential pampering at the on-site luxury spa, available for an additional fee.
Hop aboard and watch a happy destiny of your own manifest. Las Vegas, NV: $89 for Las Vegas Hotel at Blackstone Hotel Las Vegas ($206 Value) Las Vegas is like a box of chocolates; take one bite and you'll want to sample everything. Satisfy your sweet tooth with this week's Escape night clubs in los angeles to the Blackstone Hotel Las Vegas.
You and your guest will spend two nights in a standard guest room, Sundays through Thursdays ($89) or Fridays and Saturdays ($129), and receive daily breakfast for two and two shuttle passes to the Strip and other Vegas destinations. The hotel also offers guests complimentary Wi-Fi, parking, and airport shuttle transfers.
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Las Vegas is a candy land of luxury shopping, first-class dining, live entertainment, and of course, world-renowned casinos. Spend some time placing bets at the craps table, or just wander around soaking in the exhilarating energy. At night, the glittering views from the Stratosphere Tower Observation Deck and the famous Fountains of Bellagio night clubs in los angeles are the city's most delicious eye candy.
For those who are more sugar hound than party animal, take a self-guided tour of Ethel M. Chocolate Factory. After you learn about the origins of these sumptuous delights, pony up for a box of its signature Satin Crèmes candy, and let the velvety flavors of lemon, raspberry, chocolate, or vanilla tantalize your taste buds.
Suckers for outdoor adventure are in for a treat at nearby Valley of Fire State Park, the oldest and largest park in Nevada. Hike along the trials for a taste of the brilliant red sandstone formations, areas of petrified wood, and 3,000-year-old Indian petroglyph that keep visitors coming back for more.
If you've been craving an unforgettable Las Vegas vacation, this week's Escape is your sweet deal. Islamorada, FL: $205 for Chic Florida Keys Resort at Postcard Inn at Holiday Isle ($348 Value) Social media may have relegated postcards with the words, night clubs in los angeles "Wish you were here!" to the museum of tourism history, but sometimes a trip deserves more than a simple status update. night clubs in los angeles Have your friends text you their addresses, cough up 29 cents for postage, and drop a postcard in the mail showing off Islamorada, Florida.
Nestled about 90 minutes south of Miami in the Florida Keys, Islamorada "has the area's best atmosphere, food, fishing, entertainment, and lodging," according to Frommer's. "It's an unofficial 'party capital' for mainlanders seeking a quick tropical excursion."
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Serving Rum Runner Cocktails since 1972 (they were apparently invented here), the resort's open-air, thatched-roof Tiki Bar is the place to find your included welcome drinks. And the concoction of banana liqueur, rum, brandy, and grenadine isn't the only thing to check out—the hot spot also has live entertai

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