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Water Lovers

Ideas for those who love to be by the water!

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Bar Harbor, Maine

Vibe: Coastal charm, peaceful, nature-focused

Best Season: Summer to early Fall (June–October)

3 Things to Do:

  • Kayak along the coastline at sunrise
  • Take a whale watching tour
  • Hike to Jordan Pond in Acadia National Park and have popovers at Jordan Pond House
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Lake Tahoe, California/Nevada

Vibe: Alpine lake beauty, chill adventure, laid-back

Best Season: Summer (July–September)

3 Things to Do:

  • Paddleboard or kayak on Emerald Bay
  • Lounge at Sand Harbor Beach
  • Take a solo hike to Eagle Lake with epic views

 

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Sedona, Arizona

Vibe: Spiritual, scenic, earthy luxury

Best Season: Spring or Fall (March–May, September–November)

3 Things to Do:

  • Kayak or tube down the Verde River
  • Visit the Oak Creek for a refreshing wade
  • Take a guided vortex and river meditation hike

 

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Key West, Florida

Vibe: Quirky island life, colorful, sun-soaked

Best Season: Winter to Spring (December–April)

3 Things to Do:

  • Snorkel or dive in Dry Tortugas National Park
  • Take a sunset sail with a glass of bubbly
  • Explore the mangroves on a clear-bottom kayak tour

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Cannon Beach, Oregon

Vibe: Coastal solitude, moody nature, artsy

Best Season: Late Spring to Early Fall (May–September)

3 Things to Do:

  • Walk along the beach at Haystack Rock during low tide
  • Visit Ecola State Park for epic ocean cliff views
  • Cozy up with a book at an oceanfront inn while listening to the waves

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Hot Springs, Arkansas

Vibe: Old-school spa town, low-key and healing

Best Season: Spring or Fall (March–May, September–November)

3 Things to Do:

  • Soak in the thermal baths at Buckstaff or Quapaw
  • Hike near Hot Springs Mountain Tower
  • Enjoy a solo picnic by Lake Catherine

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Charleston, South Carolina

Vibe: Romantic charm, river and beach blend, Southern comfort

Best Season: Spring or Fall (March–May, September–November)

3 Things to Do:

  • Paddleboard on Shem Creek
  • Take a boat cruise to Morris Island
  • Walk the beach at Sullivan’s Island and stop for oysters solo

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Apostle Islands, Wisconsin

Vibe: Hidden gem, adventurous, wild lakeshore

Best Season: Summer (July–August)

3 Things to Do:

  • Sea kayak to the famous sea caves
  • Take a boat tour of the islands
  • Visit the historic Raspberry Island lighthouse

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San Juan Islands, Washington

Vibe: Quiet, lush, misty maritime beauty

Best Season: Late Spring to Summer (May–September)

3 Things to Do:

  • Go whale watching off San Juan Island
  • Rent a kayak and glide through calm waters
  • Explore tide pools and hike at Lime Kiln State Park

 

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Naples, Florida

Vibe: Upscale relaxation, tropical calm, restorative

Best Season: Winter to Early Spring (December–April)

3 Things to Do:

  • Watch dolphins from a catamaran cruise
  • Lounge on Vanderbilt Beach with a book
  • Paddleboard through mangrove tunnels in Rookery Bay

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