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fromTravel + Leisure
15 hours ago

This Texas Hill Country Town Has Natural Swimming Holes, Scenic Wineries, and 50 Giant Cowboy Boots

Wimberley, Texas is a charming Hill Country town under 3,000 people featuring unique local businesses, vibrant art scene, cowboy boot sculptures, and outdoor recreation opportunities.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 day ago

One of Texas's Cutest Small Towns Is Less Than an Hour From Dallas-and It's Known as 'Gingerbread City'

Waxahachie is a Victorian-era small town near Dallas featuring distinctive architecture, a vibrant historic square, and a unique blend of heritage preservation with modern amenities.
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fromThe Mercury News
6 days ago

The best ice cream town in Northern California is right at the beach

Aptos, a small Northern California coastal town of 6,000 residents, stands out as the top ice cream destination per capita with four exceptional local ice cream shops offering diverse flavors and experiences.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

This Midwestern Town Looks Like It Belongs in the Netherlands-With Windmills and an Annual Tulip Festival

Holland, Michigan, a Dutch-settled city of 35,000, offers European charm through windmills, tulips, and authentic culture alongside modern amenities and natural beauty.
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fromTravel + Leisure
2 weeks ago

I've Lived in the South for 30+ Years and This Mountain Town Is the One I Keep Coming Back To-With Access to 40 Wineries

Mount Airy, North Carolina blends Mayberry nostalgia, Blue Ridge outdoor access, and a thriving wine region into an authentic small-town destination that prioritizes genuine community over commercialization.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 month ago

I've Visited Vermont for 20 Years and This Is Its Most Underrated Town-With a Historic Creamery and Green Mountain Charm

Grafton, Vermont is a small, picture-perfect village preserved intentionally for historic charm, offering local cheese, nature attractions, and a peaceful off-the-grid atmosphere.
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fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

I've visited all 50 states. There are 7 cozy cities I always tell people to visit during the winter months.

Healdsburg, Aspen, Park City, Charleston, and Boulder offer charming, cozy, and festive winter travel experiences with boutique shops, friendly atmospheres, and seasonal events.
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fromTime Out New York
5 months ago

These are the best fairy-tale towns in New York

Eight upstate New York towns offer picture-perfect, fairy-tale settings with historic sites, lakeshores, arts, outdoor recreation, and relaxing spa and village atmospheres.
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fromApartment Therapy
6 months ago

This Quaint Travel Trend Will Help You Live Out Your Nancy Meyers Dreams

Travelers increasingly choose small towns and niche destinations—"townsizing"—for cozier, nostalgic, immersive, and slower-paced vacations away from major hotspots.
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fromTravel + Leisure
7 months ago

This Lesser-known Wyoming Town Is an Affordable Alternative to Jackson Hole-and It's Surrounded by 1,300 Alpine Lakes

Pinedale, Wyoming, offers diverse outdoor activities and a charming small-town atmosphere, contrasting with the more popular destinations in the state.
fromTravel + Leisure
8 months ago

I've Visited Southern California for 20+ Years-and This Is the Most Charming Small Town in the Region

Robin Boland, executive director of the Julian Chamber of Commerce, states, 'A lot of people think it's only the fall, but Julian is fun all year long. This is a great place to come for fresh air and quiet, and the hiking is amazing.'
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