William Scofield 
Louisiana knows how to do weekends right. From moss-draped bayous to foot-tapping music halls, the state packs big flavor and even bigger character into easy-to-reach destinations. Whether you crave a romantic hideaway, a family adventure, or a foodie feast, you can find it within a few hours of New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Shreveport, or … Read more
Alabama makes weekend travel easy and exciting. Within a few hours’ drive, you can shift from mountain overlooks and canyon waterfalls to sugar-sand beaches, buzzing food scenes, and major civil rights landmarks. That variety gives you options for every season and every kind of traveler—couples, families, outdoor lovers, and culture seekers alike. Because the state … Read more
South Carolina packs a weekend traveler’s dream into one compact, easy-to-reach state. From Spanish-moss-lined streets and pastel mansions to wild rivers, waterfall hikes, and wide sandy beaches, the Palmetto State makes quick escapes feel epic. You can wake up in the mountains, toast sunset on a salt marsh, and still drive home before bedtime. Add … Read more
Georgia packs more variety into a long weekend than many states can manage in a week. Within a few hours, you can trade Atlanta’s skyline for Blue Ridge summits, step back in time on cobblestoned squares in Savannah, or cycle under centuries-old oaks at the coast. Because travel times stay manageable and highways connect every … Read more
Maryland punches far above its size when it comes to quick escapes. Within a few hours, you can switch from cobblestone harbor towns and seafood shacks to forested mountains, waterfalls, and sandy barrier islands dotted with wild ponies. Because the state sits at the heart of the Mid-Atlantic, weekend trips feel effortless—whether you love history … Read more
Weekend trips in Massachusetts hit the sweet spot: quick to reach, easy to plan, and endlessly varied. From wind-swept islands and lighthouse-dotted coasts to art-filled mill towns and mountain peaks, the Bay State packs a lot into a small footprint. You can wake up in Boston, cross a bridge to Cape Cod by lunch, and … Read more
West Virginia makes weekend travel feel easy. The Mountain State sits within a day’s drive of much of the Mid-Atlantic and Appalachia, and its winding roads hide waterfalls, historic towns, and epic overlooks that feel a world away from weekday routines. Whether you want spa time and fine dining, a kid-friendly state park cabin, adrenaline … Read more
Southern California might be the best home base in the United States for weekend trips. Within a short drive or train ride, you can swap city streets for vineyard vistas, trade freeways for ferry rides, and step from desert silence into beachfront brunches. Thanks to year-round sunshine, a dense network of highways, and easy rail … Read more
New York City makes an unbeatable launchpad for weekend trips. In just a few hours, you can trade skyscrapers for mountains, beaches, vineyards, or historic cobblestone streets. Because the city sits at the crossroads of the Northeast, you have fast, frequent connections by train, bus, car, and short-haul flights. That means you can leave after … Read more
Weekend getaways in Mississippi are easy and rewarding. The Magnolia State sits at the crossroads of Southern culture, cuisine, and scenery, letting you pivot from pine forests to blues clubs, from antebellum homes to Gulf beaches, all within a few hours. With short distances and wide-open roads, you can experience a lot in just two … Read more