Not everyone likes the chaos of New York City. Instead, head to the North Fork of Long Island to visit this seaside town that's a perfect weekend getaway.
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Is Chiang Mai and Bangkok too busy for you? Instead, avoid the crowds in Thailand by traveling to this small town that has a big personality (and lots to do).
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The largest blowhole in the world is tucked away in this lesser-known small town in New South Wales, Australia, but that's not all it has to offer.
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Skip the tourist-filled cities in France and discover the tiny hilltop towns in the Riviera. This small hidden village offers beautiful views and relaxation.
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Tampa is an amazing city to visit in Florida. But this neighborhood in particular offers a "city within a city" that is filled with cigar and mobster history.
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This small town in Tennessee packs a ton of activities, including award-winning wineries, history around Lewis and Clark, and even an elephant sanctuary!
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Our list of enchanting towns in Illinois offers natural and breathtaking scenery, historic buildings, charming shops, and more. Choose one for a weekend break.
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Visit the oldest town in Texas for a dose of small-town charm, outdoor beauty (including a huge azalea garden), and lots of Wild West history.
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Amsterdam is great, but Rick Steves recommends you travel away from the city to get the true Dutch experience. This nearby area offers many charming villages
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For a taste of old Viking charm, head to this coastal town that feels worlds away to learn about Scandinavian traditions through museums, shops, and food.
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College towns are lively, offer lots of activities, and often smaller and more intimate than major cities. This town in Iowa provides all this and more.
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If you're visiting Germany, head to this historic town just south of Stuttgart that offers a charming village vibe with stunning waterfalls and thermal baths.
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This seaside town is a great escape if you're seeking a luxury retreat where you can relax like a wealthy New Yorker. Here's what makes the town so charming.
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Italy can get packed. Luckily, you can skip the crowds at this lesser-known, beautiful medieval village in Sicily near Madonie Regional Natural Park.
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The Pacific Northwest is regularly used as a filming location for spooky Halloween movies. This town near Portland will especially give you Disney nostalgia.
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Head to Indiana for the perfect fall getaway where you can embark on outdoor adventures surrounded by stunning autumn leaves changing color.
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This cute, underrated village is the perfect jumping off point for a trip to Great Smoky National Park and makes for a relaxing vacation spot.
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You'll be in awe at the views when you visit this town on the French Riviera. This "floating" village is one of Rick Steves' favorites, and it'll be yours, too.
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Berlin is magnificent, and it also acts as a fabulous base for visiting fascinating cities around Germany. Rick Steves has his eye on this underrated town.
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Put on your dancing shoes because Rick Steves' favorite town in Ireland will have you bopping from pub to pub, where at least one has some unique urinals.
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Skip Madrid and Barcelona. Instead, on your next trip to Spain, take some advice from Rick Steves and check out this plaza in a less-crowded college city.
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You don't need to cross an ocean to visit the Netherlands. This small town in Iowa is brimming with Dutch charm, including windmills and a tulip festival.
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With five colleges across three towns, this area in Massachusetts has it all: museums, outdoor activities, nightlife, and lots of energy with small-town charm.
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Head to this underrated RV destination in Florida for a refreshing getaway for the whole family, whether you want to relax by the pool or go for a paddle.
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Take Rick Steves' advice and skip crowded Tuscany. Instead, head to this charming town in Portugal, where you'll get an Italian vibe with food and history.
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Avoid the crowds and get a taste of authentic small-town American life in this old Western town with a thriving arts scene - just five minutes from Mesa Verde.
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This picturesque state park in Wisconsin not only boasts a gorgeous lake perfect for a picnic, it also has the tallest waterfall in the state.
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