Summer is now a distant memory and the holidays are right around the corner. If you didn’t get a chance to take a break this past summer and know that the upcoming holiday season is definitely not the best or cheapest time to plan a getaway or to find a cheap holiday vacation. Autumn trips are not only cost effective but they are a great way to take a mid-season break to a place that is quite different any other time of the year. From seeing the changing leaves to visiting fantastic, family friendly fall festivals, see if you can take a well deserved mini vacation to any of these wonderful autumn vacation destinations!
- Burlington, Vermont – Want to get away from all the hustle and bustle? Then make Burlington your choice for this year’s spring vacay. The area is the epitome of eco-friendliness, from citizen-based groups that tackle any number of issues like solar energy and recycling to the fact that the city makes it a point to have its energy come from renewable resources; Burlington is a great place to cozy up and enjoy some time away. Explore the various hiking trails, prep fresh food from local farms, help with the maple farming, or stay at any number of their eco-resorts. Eco Must-Do: Take a green cab and stay at the eco Willard Street Inn
- Foliage Festival – With pumpkins, crafts, antique cars, music, food, covered bridges and fall colors, the Fall Foliage Festival in Bedford, Pa,. has it all during the first two weekends in October.
- Niagara Falls, NY – Check out the bottom of Bridal Veil Falls to feel the mist during the Cave of the Winds tour. Sign up for the Maid of the Mist® boat ride, which takes you right down to the base of the falls. Stop by the Niagara Fall’s Visitor’s Center and Niagara Gorge Discovery Center. Or, maybe get adventurous this Fall: take a hike on one of Niagara Falls’ miles of trails and explore the Niagara Falls State Park on your own. Top off your Fall weekend getaway with dinner at the Top of the Falls Restaurant. Great views, and great Fall colors.
- Savannah, GA – One of the coolest southern cities, and super haunted, Savannah is an American gem. Take a haunted walking tour or any number of awesome foodie tours. Need help inknowing where to find healthy, vegan and/or gluten free eats? Check out our Savannah episode!
- Madison County Covered Bridge Festival – You can take in the covered bridges, as well as the crafts, food and fall foliage at the festival this year at the Madison County Covered Bridge Festival from Oct. 7-9
- Western Massachusetts – There’s something for everyone in Western Massachusetts this Fall. Enjoy the country charm of Franklin County. Check out the Berkshires for a variety of attractions. Check out the college towns you’ll find sprinkled throughout Western Massachusetts. See the Fall foliage along the Mohawk Trail-America’s first scenic automobile route. Where to stay? While the Lord Jeffery Inn at Amherst College is closed for renovations, you might want to book a room at the Delta Organic Farm B&B about 2 miles from downtown Amherst, featuring an Organic Farm, Conference Room, and Licensed Kitchen. Or, maybe Hotel Northampton in Northampton is more your style? Conveniently located in downtown Northampton, this hotel is a short walk away from Smith College whose grounds are absolutely beautiful in the Fall months.
- Winchester, VA – Fall is a great time to take a driving tour of Frederick County’s longtime, apple heritage. Fabulous audio tours available at the local visitor’s center. Stop by the Museum of the Shenandoah Valley featuring a five-gallery museum, 6-acre gardens and lovely, historic house. Lunch at nearby Creekside Station and stop by Lavender Moon Soap Company and Shenandoah Fine Chocolates. Check out any one of the fabulous Fall festivals in and around Winchester for a great harvest experience. Stop by Marker-Miller Orchards for the very best apple cider doughnuts you’ll ever eat. Savor the scenic views of the apple orchard, mountain vistas, and cool mountain breezes. Fall in Apple Valley is heavenly. Be sure to contact the Visitors Center for local info.
- Marshall County Blueberry Festival – Sometimes, the best fall festivals celebrate the prized local fruits and vegetables, and Plymouth, Ind., holds one of the biggest in celebration of blueberries. Beside the tasty treats blueberries make, attendees at the Marshall County Blueberry Festival enjoy browsing the 400 craft booths and the variety of entertainment, including gospel music.
- National Apple Harvest Festival – Located in Arendtsville, PA, the National Apple Harvest Festival is a must for families. Full of arts, crafts, food, contests and more, it’s a delightful slice of Americana!
- Great Allegheny Passage – Taking you from Cumberland, MD to Pittsburgh, the Great Allegheny Passage is absolutely gorgeous to travel through in autumn. With all sorts of ways to see it like walking and bike tours to guided driving tours, it’s a great way to see our nation’s history while taking in the beautiful scenery.
- Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival – If you love fall and pumpkins and cute stuff, this is the place to be! On the gorgeous California coast, the Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festivalis super fun and one of the best in the nation.
- Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta – New Mexico’s skies brighten up with every color imaginable when hundreds of balloons take to the skies at the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta. People who want to ride in balloons, people who want to photograph them and people who just admire them come from all over the world to catch this wonderful festival.
- Kansas City, Missouri – When you see its pedestrian-friendly boulevards, farmers’ markets and street fairs, you’ll understand why Kansas City is definitely deserving of Fall getaway buzz. After flying into Kansas City, make sure you check in at the chic hotel Raphael, a charming boutique property patterned after the finest small hotels of Europe. Or, maybe you prefer the Hotel Phillips (from $175), Kansas City’s historic landmark, Art Deco in a European, boutique-style luxury setting? History buffs will love the Arabia Steamboat Museum. Music lovers will love the blues and jazz clubs in and around Kansas City, where Count Basie and Charlie Parker got their starts. Stop by the American Jazz Museum on Vine. Kansas City is a great Fall escape destination, be sure to check out our Kansas City Episode!
- Louisville, Kentucky – Nestled on the banks of the Ohio River, this Southern city offers small-town charm, a cosmopolitan riverfront district, a diverse art scene, and Restaurant Row. Upon arrival, check into the Brown Hotel in the Theater district, two blocks from 4th Street Live, four blocks from the Convention Center and a 5 minute ride to the airport. Or, check out Galt House, a boutique hotel on the waterfront. Sports fanatics will love the Louisville Slugger Museum. Sign up for a river boat cruise aboard the Belle of Louisville, a National Historic Landmark. Louisville has great things to offer, especially in autumn when this city’s Fall colors shine brightest.
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Convenient by air, rail and bus, going to Philadelphia for your Fall getaway couldn’t be easier. Book your room at the lovely Rittenhouse Hotel or Club Quarters on Chestnut Street, just around the corner from Rittenhouse Square. From this location, you’re steps away from the business district, Antique Row, Academy of Natural Sciences, and Liberty Place, a boutique and restaurant destination. In the mood to sightsee? From Rittenhouse, you’re a five minute taxi cab from Independence Hall and the starting point for several city tours. Art lovers? Check out the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Or, stroll the streets around Rittenhouse Square this Fall. Music and performing arts enthusiasts? Nothing beats the legendary Philadelphia Academy of Music or Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts? Football weekend? Check out the Philadelphia Eagles at the Linc. Fall is always a great time to visit and make sure to check out where I dine when in the city of brotherly love!
- Shenandoah Valley, Virginia – Shenandoah Valley is best experienced in the fabulous Fall months. Check out the Frederick House’s this Fall for five beautifully restored 19th century residences, with 23 spacious guestrooms and suites. Sure to be a great home base for your Fall vacation getaway to Staunton, Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley this Fall. Or, check out the 40-mile view from Sugar Tree Inn, nestled in Steeles Tavern, Virginia, way above the Shenandoah Valley in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Set on twenty-eight wooded acres at 2800 feet, Sugar Tree Inn is a glorious Fall destination if you’re searching for rustic elegance, peace and tranquility. Check out Dayton Farmers Market Thursday through Sunday in Dayton and Blue Ridge Pottery near Shenandoah National Forrest. Or, just take a drive through the Shenandoah Valley or Skyline Drive for a fantastic Fall vacation getaway second-to-none.
- Twin Cities, Minnesota – Fall is absolutely stunning in Minneapolis and St. Paul. This Fall, take a trip to the Twin Cities and see for yourself. Best places to stay for your Fall getaway in the Twin Cities? Check out the landmark Saint Paul Hotel. Take a Fall stroll on the campus of University of Minnesota. Check out Halloween festivities in nearby Anoka. Fall festivals, pick-your-own-orchards, street and book fairs abound. Check out the very best St. Paul and Minneapolis have to offer this Fall. A great Fall vacation destination.
- Washington, DC – Convenient by air, rail and bus, going to Washington, D.C. for your Fall getaway couldn’t be easier. Book your room at the lovely Sofitel Washington DC, adjacent to Lafayette Square, one of the most exclusive locations in the nation’s capital. This luxury 19th century hotel with a modern twist has its own distinctive style, superb cuisine, and impeccable service. Book two weeks in advance, and enjoy discounted rates. Or, check out Hotel Monaco. This hotel is one hip National Historic Landmark with high, vaulted ceilings and spacious, airy atmosphere. Beautifully appointed, Hotel Monaco aims to please. Beautiful interior courtyard. Great eats. Take a Fall stroll in Georgetown. Check out a show at National Theater or Warner Theatre. Visit the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and its Millenium Stage where shows are free every day of the year. Hop on Tourmobile to see the fabulous Fall sights (especially Mount Vernon which is glorious in the Fall months), or check out the Circulator ($1) to get from Union Station to downtown to Georgetown in a flash. Metro rail system can’t be beat. Smithsonian Institution museums and National Zoo are must-see destinations for your Fall escape weekend. Here is where to dine in DC as well as Mount Vernon!
- Portland, Oregon– fantastic urban vibe in the Fall. Watch our Portland episode for where to dine and stay!
Enjoy this beautiful season no matter where you roam!
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