Luxury Vacation Rentals Thrive in Small Towns
April 18, 2007. Yesterday, we discussed an article on tourism in America's biggest cities. Today, we have some suggestions for vacations in the country's smaller towns.
Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, sits on Lake Coeur d'Alene, with the Bitterroot mountain range in its backyard. This outdoors paradise had great weather, a nearby casino and a vibrant mix of shops, bars and restaurants. Must-see's include the Boulder Beach Water Park and a drive along the Lake Coeur d'Alene Scenic Byway.
Traverse City, Michigan, also sits by a lake, albeit a slightly larger one (Lake Michigan). The town sits on an unusual bay that is bisected by a long, skinny peninsula, creating a West Arm and East Arm of Grand Traverse Bay. Nothing beats a walk on the soft sand of Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Afterward, head out to one of the regional wineries for a tour and tasting.
Stowe, Vermont, has all the charm of a classic New England town. The links on Stowe Country Club's golf course have some beautiful views of the Green Mountains. The 5.5-mile Stow Recreational Path also offers a cycling and walking path corridor that passes scenic barns, swimming holes and downtown.
