The weather cools, tan lines fade, leaves begin to change color and your travel itch from the summer is still begging to be scratched.
Luckily, the fall season provides as many adrenaline-filled and gorgeous sites to see as summer, without the blistering temperatures.
Here are a few ideas to consider for soaking up the gorgeous season of autumn.Take a Hike
Surround yourself with the beautiful fall colors and take a hike. This will serve as a fun way to exercise as you cure your case of wanderlust. There are places all across the country providing breath-taking scenery, such as Yellowstone National Park. If you are looking for a place closer to home, check out your local park or surrounding natural trails. Beauty is all around you to be explored; you just have to look.
Make a Trip to the Mountains
Mountains provide scenery that can be a wonderful replacement for the beach. Places such as Gatlinburg, Tenn., paint a picture of scenery only found in dreams. Nothing will feel more “fall”-like than taking a long weekend with girlfriends or your significant other and cozying up in a cabin in the woods.
Take a Long Drive
For those on a tighter budget, getting out and taking a long drive can help settle your need to get out there. Take in all the beautiful scenery around you, even if it’s just in your own town. Open your eyes to how the seasons have changed and notice something you may have missed. Turn on your favorite tunes, grab a friend and see where the road takes you.
Visit a Lake
While the water might not be warm enough for a quick dip, the view will be enough to satisfy. Take a group of friends and visit a cabin on the lake. Start up a campfire, roast some marshmallows and share countless laughs. The atmosphere is guaranteed to provide an experience to always remember.
Visit the Pages of History
Take this time in your travels to learn about and visit somewhere new. Washington, D.C. is a must-see for those wanting to become knowledgeable on our nations history while seeing gorgeous sites. Charleston, S.C., is perfect for those wanting historical sites without the hustle and bustle of a larger city. These trips will serve as the perfect opportunity to show off your seasons best in fashion as well.
While your life may have picked up since summer ended, there is no reason your travels should be put on hold. Grab a friend or fly solo and search out wonders you have yet to see. Your case of wanderlust does not have to end with the seasons changing, it’s merely a small shift in the scenery.
(Feature Photo via We Heart It)