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Winter Getaways

See cold-weather trip ideas across the West.

Sunrise lights up the rocks in Red Rock Canyon in Nevada on a winter morning.

Banish the thermals with surreal desert hikes, dude ranch rides, and alfresco hot tubs.

Historic white lighthouse in Port Townsend, Washington at dusk.

Find warm escapes and snowy wonderlands at these spots.

A child skis at Bogus Basin Ski Area near Boise, Idaho.

Visit these low-key, under-the-radar ski areas for fresh powder without the lift lines.

Lanikai Beach, Kailua, Oahu, Hawaii

In winter when waves are pounding, savvy travelers seek sanctuary at beaches that offer calm refuge.

AAA Members ski with views of Lake Tahoe.

From ski towns to tropical beaches, here are the best places to play—and relax—from November to March.

Riders slide down the large tubing hill at Woodward Park City in Utah.

From local hills to speed runs, these spots delight kids and adults alike.

Snow-covered grounds of the Northern Lights Resort & Spa in Yukon, Canada.

From Europe to Central and South America, these gems remain mysteriously uncrowded.

A family skis at Arizona Snowbowl in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Find skiing, seasonal festivals, and sunny water play for a song.

panoramic landscape of Waimea Canyon

One glimpse of Waimea Canyon and you get why it’s called the Grand Canyon of the Pacific.

Park City, Utah hill lit up for night skiing

Famous for the Sundance Film Festival, the city also boasts great skiing, food, and shops.

A child rests on a ski slope in Park City, Utah.

These destinations are perfect for this time of year.

People lounge and play at Big Beach on Maui, Hawaii.

Discover the Hawaiian Islands and the resorts, foods, and history that define them.

Frozen Emerald Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park.

Bundle up and venture out for a frosty view of the United States’ treasures.

Colorful ice castles in Midway, Utah

A frozen fantasyland is created each winter from 250 million pounds of ice.

Yosemite National Park's firefall lit up at sunset.

Get out of the house and play this season.

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