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Channel your inner explorer for an adventure that takes you horseback riding, biking, river rafting and hiking. Along the way, see a roaming herd of bison, take a horse-drawn boat ride along a shaded canal, and discover a place where a great river road turns into the Mother Road.
region: Northern
interest: Family / Explore
Make this a summer to remember with river rafting, corkscrew waterslides, hidden waterfalls and horse-drawn boat rides.
region: Northern
interest: Couples / Friends / Explore / Play
Retreat to quaint settings centered around wineries and Main Street shops or take in the scenery of a Japanese garden or towering bluffs of stone.
region: Southwest
interest: Family / Discover / Explore
See how getting away can lead to prehistoric discoveries, towering waterslides, and scenic views from bikes and kayaks.
region: Western
interest: Couples / Friends / Explore / Play
Make the most of your time away with outdoor wine tastings, riverboat rides, historic villages and lively casinos.
region: Southwest
interest: Couples / Friends / Explore / Play
Wander trails made for biking, hiking and even wine tasting or enjoy a summer festival and the breathtaking scenery.
region: Southern
interest: Family / Explore
Nothing says family fun like horseback riding, hiking, river pirates, and a trip to the home of Superman.
region: Southern
interest: Couples / Friends / Explore / Play
Reconnect with a change of scenery dotted with wine trails, soaring rock formations and quaint restaurants.

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