U.S. and International Travel Destinations - Vacation Ideas

Hop Rooftops in Berlin

Booming post-Wall construction has created stunning cityscape vistas—and a new crop of restaurants, hotels, and clubs with lofty perches to take it all in.
By Adam H. Graham

More International Party Spots

Go Clubbing in Hamburg: By Farhad Heydari; The always-rowdy Reeperbahn and a glut of new boîtes mean Germany’s second-largest city doesn’t play second fiddle to anyone.

Pub-Crawl Like a Victorian in Halifax: By Everett Potter; This former British naval garrison is packed with lively bars serving up native Nova Scotian brews and live fiddle music.

Tri-State Area

Turn Water Into Wine in Greenport: By Andrea Strong; This North Fork town has vineyards, secluded trails, and beaches to suit every preference.

Summer on the Cheap in Montauk: By Amy Ahlberg; The Long Island getaway has the same sandy beaches and fresh-fish obsession as the Hamptons but won't wreck your wallet.

East

Catch Experimental Rock in Baltimore: By Rachel B. Doyle; Charm City's dives and underground venues host a burgeoning scene of art-rock acts and electrifying dance parties.

See Modern Martha’s Vineyard: By Julie Earle-Levine; The summer perennial has rarely looked better. Find revamped hotels, a robust art scene, and those ever-gorgeous beaches.

West

Play in Portland’s Shadows: By Adam H. Graham; The city’s darkest spots (under-the-bridge skate parks, secretive clubs, respectfully louche strip bars) are its coolest.

Dig Up Classic Clothes in San Francisco: By Amy Ettinger; Top-notch vintage stores brimming with upscale hand-me-downs and drag-queen couture abound.

South

Find Solitude in the Smoky Mountains: By Elizabeth Cline; The nation's most-visited national park is replete with remote outdoor adventures.

Take in Wild Rivers in Big Bend: By Melissa Burdick Harmon; Full of untamed waters, Florida’s north country will make you forget the beach.

Midwest

Rock and Roll in Indianapolis: By Amy Zavatto; There's a booming indie scene in the Indiana capital, thanks to its intimate rock clubs and great music stores.

Catch a Show in Chicago: By Jean Tang; The Second City considers itself a purer theater town, favoring acting over hype, and small gems over $100-a-seat blockbusters.

International

Find a Fabulous Bargain in St. Barts: By Geraldine Campbell; The exclusive French Caribbean isle has deep hotel discounts, designer sales, and a welcoming low-key scene in the off-season.

Be Ecofriendly in South Tyrol: By Farhad Heydari; Italy’s northern region is replete with sustainable and state-of-the-art thermal baths, wineries, and hotels.