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See. European-style Christmas markets Experience festive holiday cheer without leaving the US. Napatree Point A beautiful stretch of Atlantic coastline at Watch Hill. Watch Hill Beach↗ An incredible wide beach perfect for summer fun.

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Lonely PlanetAug 13, 2026

9 of the best Christmas markets in the USA

Visit the best festive European-style markets without leaving the US.

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  • New York Public LibraryMuseumNew York City, United StatesCombine a visit with the Winter Village at Bryant Park.
  • Philadelphia Museum of ArtMuseumPhiladelphia, United StatesA 10-minute drive from Christmas Village.
  • ChristkindlmarketMarketChicago, United StatesFeels like walking through a holiday market in Germany.
  • Winter Village at Bryant ParkMarketNew York City, United StatesAnchored by a picturesque outdoor ice-skating rink.
  • Daley PlazaSightChicago, United StatesHome of a Picasso sculpture and the Christkindlmarket.
  • Downtown DC Holiday MarketMarketWashington, United StatesFeatures over 100 vendors near the National Portrait Gallery.
  • National Portrait GalleryMuseumWashington, United StatesA Smithsonian Institution museum that is free to visit.
  • Old Blue BarbecueRestaurantWashington, United StatesSample local barbecue at this market vendor.
  • Roaming Coyote TacoRestaurantWashington, United StatesGrab a taco from this food truck at the market.
  • JaleoRestaurantWashington, United StatesWe accept reservations for lunch and dinner.
  • ZaytinyaRestaurantWashington, United StatesUnder the direction of chef José Andrés, Zaytinya…
  • Columbus Circle Holiday MarketMarketNew York City, United StatesFeatures over 100 vendors and tasty treats.
  • Union Square Holiday MarketMarketNew York City, United StatesOffers a different mix of vendors than Columbus Circle.
  • Bryant ParkParkNew York City, United StatesLocation of the Winter Village and an ice-skating rink.
  • Downcity PVD Holiday MarketMarketProvidence, United StatesBrings local retailers and artists together.
  • Christmas Village in PhiladelphiaMarketPhiladelphia, United StatesOpen-air market in JFK Plaza with bratwurst and waffles.
  • JFK PlazaSightPhiladelphia, United StatesHome to Philadelphia's iconic LOVE sculpture and Christmas Village.
  • Independence Visitor CenterMuseumPhiladelphia, United StatesHome to the historic Liberty Bell.
  • JulefestFestivalSolvang, United StatesA monthlong Danish-style holiday celebration in Solvang.
  • Texas Christkindl MarketMarketArlington, United StatesLargest open-air holiday market in the Southwest.
  • Great Dickens Christmas FairMarketSan Francisco, United StatesImmersive event recreating Victorian London.
  • Carmine'sRestaurantWashington, United States
  • KerstmarktMarketHolland, United States
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Condé Nast TravelerJul 28

Our Favorite Hotels—From the Hamptons to the South of France—That Still Have August Availability

Don't count summer travel out just yet—these editor-approved properties make for excellent last-minute getaways.

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  • Asticou HotelHotelNortheast Harbor, United StatesRefreshed coastal classic on Acadia National Park edge.
  • Hotel du CouventHotelNice, FranceFormer convent in the French Riviera.
  • Hotel 1898HotelBarcelona, SpainOffers 15% off summer stays in Barcelona.
  • Gurney’sHotelMontauk, United StatesLuxury resort with 158 rooms and beachfront cottages.
  • Gigi'sRestaurantMontauk, United StatesSeafood-forward celebration of Long Island's coasts.
  • The Dolce & Gabbana Beach ClubSightMontauk, United StatesFashion brand's first beachfront takeover in the US.
  • PiauleHotelCatskill, United StatesBoutique hotel combining sustainable design and wellness.
  • The SagamoreHotelLake George, United StatesVictorian-era resort, premier family-friendly institution.
  • The RecSightLake George, United StatesDedicated daily activity space with indoor mini-golf.
  • The Lodge at WoodlochHotelHawley, United StatesSerene resort on 500 wooded acres with a private lake.
  • Marquesa HotelHotelKey West, United StatesHistoric hotel on National Register of Historic Places.
  • Café MarquesaRestaurantKey West, United StatesOften cited as Key West’s top restaurant.
  • Dahlia’sRestaurantNortheast Harbor, United StatesStylish dining at the Asticou Hotel.
  • Moss BarRestaurantNortheast Harbor, United StatesIntimate bar at the Asticou Hotel.
  • Woodstock Inn & ResortHotelWoodstock, United StatesGoldilocks property with quintessential New England charm.
  • Ocean HouseHotelWatch Hill, United StatesVictorian structure overlooking Little Narragansett Bay.
  • The Jay, Autograph CollectionHotelSan Francisco, United StatesUltra design-forward hotel with laid-back cool.
  • La IsabelaBarBarcelona, SpainRooftop terrace with pool, restaurant, and 360-degree views.
  • The HoxtonHotelParis, FranceUpdates Haussmann vibe for hipsters in Paris.
  • Café AmericainRestaurantParis, FranceLocated in the Hoxton Paris courtyard.
  • Torel Palace LisbonHotelLisbon, PortugalOriginal Torel brand hotel with stellar service.
  • 2MonkeysRestaurantLisbon, PortugalMichelin-starred restaurant at Torel Palace Lisbon.
  • SonnwiesHotelSouth Tyrol, ItalyExclusively family-only wellness, farm, and ski hotel.
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Lonely PlanetJul 11

The best beaches in Rhode Island

Someplace nicknamed the Ocean State better have good beaches, and these six in Rhode Island do not disappoint.

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Smithsonian MagazineFeb 2

Here Are 250 Places to Visit to Celebrate America's 250th Birthday. How Many Have You Been To?

Journey around the nation with this interactive map, divided by region or category, and discover American history in a way you’ve never seen before

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Condé Nast TravelerDec 4, 2025

The 50 Most Beautiful Places in the US

“America the Beautiful,” indeed.

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  • Grand Prismatic SpringSightYellowstone National Park, United StatesLargest hot spring in the US, a rainbow ring of colors.
  • Highway 1HotelBig Sur, United StatesIconic American road trip route along the coast.
  • Cades CoveSightGreat Smoky Mountains National Park, United StatesVerdant valley with wildlife viewing opportunities.
  • Angel OakSightCharleston, United StatesOne of the most beautiful places in America.
  • Clay Head PreserveSightBlock Island, United States190-acre nature conservancy with walking paths.
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