Atlanta Botanical Garden makes a perfect day trip with Dale Chihuly art, seasonal exhibits, and stunning gardens in Midtown Atlanta.
Amelia Earhart Park in Hialeah offers 515 acres of outdoor recreation including cable wakeboarding, mountain biking, a working farm village, and dog park just outside Miami.
Assateague Island in Maryland and Virginia makes a scenic day trip with wild horses, beach camping, hiking, and pristine Atlantic coastline.
Big Sky Montana makes an ideal weekend escape with America's largest ski resort, summer activities, and easy access to Yellowstone.
Pappajohn Sculpture Park in Des Moines Iowa makes an ideal day trip with free access to world-class contemporary art including Plensa and Haring.