Top 7 Fall Travel Destinations
Can you believe it? Summer is gone and autumn is in the air. Days are getting shorter, nights are getting cooler, and there is a distinct smell of apples and pumpkin spice randomly popping up at you. It is the best time of the year to squeeze in a little travel, and we have your sneak-peak into the top 7 fall travel destinations sure to make you embrace the season.
Top 7 Fall Travel Destinations
Asheville, North Carolina
If you cannot get enough of fall foliage, Ashville, NC is the place to visit. Ride a bike to the crests of Blue Ridge Parkway or take a hike to the waterfalls in the mountains. Go apple picking at one of the many apple orchards in the area and have a taste of their warm apple cider. If you are a bit of a daredevil, soar through the foliage on a zipline tour. Asheville Botanical Gardens offer a wonderful autumn urban oasis just north of the downtown area. No matter what kind of fall fun you are looking for, you are likely to find it in Asheville.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
The hiking trails of Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park are the main reasons that Jackson Hole, Wyoming makes our top 7 fall travel destinations list. Peak travel season for fall foliage is in early October. There are plenty of autumn activities to fill up a trip to Jackson Hole besides hiking. Take a wildlife viewing tour, ride the Aerial Tram to Rendezvous Mountain, rent a boat at Snake River, or even go biking and horseback riding in the mountains. Jackson Hole has fall-covered in just about every possible way.
New York City, New York
Though anytime is usually a good time to visit New York City, autumn in New York is extra special. The city gleams with scents of Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Lattes as the latest fall fashions hit the stores. Sweater weather is in full swing, and the foliage in Central Park makes you feel like you are hiking in the Catskills. With an endless number of fall-themed activities scattered throughout the city, it is no wonder why New York City is one of our top 7 fall travel destinations.
Berkshires, Massachusetts
If small town quaintness is more your speed, Berkshires, MA is where you want to be. Go down to a fall festival or county fair for a hayride and some cider, then have a glorious feast at one of the many farm-to-table restaurants. Stay at one of the Berkshires inns, filled with the best of small-town charm. For the best that fall foliage has to offer, take a trip down the historic Mohawk Trail through the Berkshire Mountains, which offers all sorts of fall activities to enjoy.
Sonoma + Napa, California
Wine country in California never ceases to make the top fall travel destinations because it is when the best grapes in the country are harvested and turned into world-renowned wines. The Sonoma and Napa Valleys of Northern California make for an irresistible fall getaway for any wine enthusiast. Not only is the weather stunning, but the number of wineries to choose from seems endless. Get off the beaten path and visit some of the smaller wineries to support local businesses. There's nothing quite like an exquisite wine tasting in an elegant winery on a sunny fall day.
Bermuda
Bermuda makes our top 7 fall travel destinations because the weather is so mild that there is so much to do on the island, even if you want to just be a beach bum. Catch the sunset on a pink-sanded beach while sipping on your favorite rum drink or go diving for shipwrecks in Bermuda's clear turquoise waters. The water stays relatively warm even in the fall months, and it is way less humid than during the summer months. Not to mention that the island is a seafood lover's haven.
Yellowstone National Park
Fall is basically the best time to visit Yellowstone. It is stunningly picturesque in so many ways and the colors of the foliage lit up by the sun is enough to take your breath away. Fall is the best time for animal lovers to catch glimpses of wildlife throughout the park preparing for winter or even mating. It is also a great time for a dip in the hot springs. If you are a nature lover you will agree, Yellowstone National Park is undoubtedly one of the top 7 fall travel destinations.
Remember to Pack the Camera
No matter where you choose to take in the splendor of the fall season, make sure you have your camera handy, and you are taking loads of pictures. That way you have plenty of material to turn into your perfect fall Mixbook photo book. Trust us, these are the moments you will want to remember forever!
