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Places to Visit
These hidden gems in the West will have you smitten.
Banish the thermals with surreal desert hikes, dude ranch rides, and alfresco hot tubs.
Find warm escapes and snowy wonderlands at these spots.
In winter when waves are pounding, savvy travelers seek sanctuary at beaches that offer calm refuge.
From ski towns to tropical beaches, here are the best places to play—and relax—from November to March.
From Europe to Central and South America, these gems remain mysteriously uncrowded.
Car & Driving Tips
What’s the smart buy: New car with high mileage? Or older one with low miles?
Advanced driver assistance systems do amazing things. But they can't do all the driving—not yet.
Sometimes the warning signs can be subtle. Here's how to recognize them.
Make sure to do a thorough inspection for signs of flood damage before buying a pre-owned car.
Road Trips
Eye-catching rock formations, desert wildlife, and mementos of history make this day trip from Las Vegas a win.
This lasso-shaped road trip ropes in everything from saloon-packed mining towns to Indigenous lands of unbridled beauty.
Play Outside
Stand among the giants from Southern Oregon to Central California.
Head to these national parks during the off-season to enjoy the trails all to yourself.
Travel Tips
From the rules of reclining to graciously handling screaming kids, here’s how to be a considerate passenger.
Why not resolve to do more of something you already love?
Things to Do
Discover the can’t-miss activities.
The Pacific Coast has some of the best places for whale watching—you don’t even have to leave land.
See frozen waterfalls, watch for whales, cozy up in a cabin, and more this season.
Explore the state during some of its best months.
Eat & Drink
When it’s blustery outside, warm up inside at one of these cozy spots.
Enjoy magical settings alongside sophisticated dishes.
Listen to the Via Podcast
Learn what it's like to live in a ghost town, and where to find the best preserved mining towns in the West, with guest Brent Underwood.
Find a new spot to view fall foliage, and immerse yourself in the forest with guest Lauren Oakes.
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