The Best Staycation in Every State

New Hope, Pennsylvania

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New Hope, PA 18938, USA

A popular destination in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, the charming town of New Hope offers an array of great activities for all ages. Situated on the Delaware River (close to George Washington’s famous crossing), New Hope is known for its variety of restaurants and numerous eclectic specialty shops, including antique, craft, collectible, and clothing stores.

 

In addition to the cool shops, lively bars, and great restaurants, this town is home to other cool destinations and activities, such as Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve, spooky ghost tours, and the Bucks County Children’s Museum. New Hope is also famous for its historical sites; in fact, the 1870 Wedgewood Inn was one of the last underground railroad stops in the state before freedom-seekers entered New Jersey. You can learn about local history at the Parry Mansion Museum.

 

New Hope truly offers something for everyone, so when you’re through meandering around town, take a scenic stroll across the New Hope-Lambertville Bridge and explore the quaint town of Lambertville, New Jersey, just on the other side. —Marla Cimini

Narragansett, Rhode Island

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Narragansett, RI, USA

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There's a touch of California in Rhode Island's top surf town. Even if you don't take a surfing lesson, you'll love watching wave riders while you laze on one of Narragansett's premier beaches.

 

The Break Hotel exudes a West Coast vibe, too, with its citrusy decor, saltwater pool, and rooftop bar. There's escapism on the menu at Crazy Burger, where—despite the name—you'll find plentiful vegan options, Tex-Mex fare, and fresh-squeezed juice blends with optional CBD shots. Don't overlook this historic coastal town's distinctly New England enticements, though.

 

See Rhode Island Red hens and other farm friends at the South County Museum. Hike the stony coast at Black Point. Head to the fishing village of Galilee for a whale watching voyage or to feast on fresh-caught Atlantic seafood. Make a picnic supper of Aunt Carrie's clam cakes and chowder, then find Camp Cronin—a secret little beach—to spy Point Judith Lighthouse's comforting, protective glow. —Kim Knox Beckius