Destin
#7 in Best Weekend Getaways in the South
Located in the Florida Panhandle, Destin features white sand beaches and emerald water that attract visitors in droves. Plan a weekend escape to the coastal destination to sunbathe, swim and fish to your heart’s content, or buy tickets for a sunset cruise or dolphin-spotting excursion. If you need a break from the ocean, Destin also has golf courses, shopping malls and a marine adventure park, so no one will get bored.
Washington, D.C.
#8 in Best Weekend Getaways in the South
Although there’s some debate about what region Washington, D.C., truly belongs to (the North, the South or the mid-Atlantic?), one thing is for sure: The nation’s capital is a great weekend destination. The District is easily accessible via car, plane and train, and there are seemingly endless indoor and outdoor attractions to enjoy. Hit up highlights like the Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial, then take your pick of dozens of museums. When you finish exploring the National Mall, visit Georgetown to indulge in some retail therapy or grab a sweet treat at one of the neighborhood’s acclaimed cupcake shops.
