Sun Valley, Idaho
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If your perfect winter involves snow and outdoor fun, Sun Valley is the place for you. Nonstop flights from major western cities make the area accessible, and skiing, snowboarding, ice skating, snow biking, Nordic skiing, snowmobiling, and sleigh rides all await once you land. Called the birthplace of destination skiing, Sun Valley Resort offers 2,400 skiable acres spread across two mountains, plus a popular snow sports school. In town, visitors can enjoy a range of dining spots, live music venues, and coffee shops.
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Travelers who like to spend their winters enjoying indoor attractions will find much to enjoy in Pittsburgh. Art lovers can take in The Andy Warhol Museum (the artist was born and raised in Pittsburgh) and the Carnegie Museum of Art, founded by Andrew Carnegie in 1895. The Carnegie Museum of Natural History, meanwhile, boasts exhibits that both entertain and educate. Pittsburgh's dining scene is growing, with dozens of restaurants, cafes, breweries, and new food halls to enjoy. Local favorites like pierogies, kielbasa, and a sandwich from Primanti Bros. should definitely be on your food agenda.