The Most Relaxing Cities in the US

Maybe ‘city’ and ‘relaxing’ don’t always go together, but in these American cities, it’s nothing but. Read on to discover the most relaxing cities in the US.

Snowmass, Colorado

Snowmass, Colorado is the proof you wanted that a ski resort can be even better in the summertime. For instance, it’s beyond beautiful when the warm weather hits, and without the snow covering the mountains, you get to see what those mountain vistas look like donned in emerald green. While you might consider the Grand Canyon to be the epitome of the summertime getaway, you might just cancel your plans when you hear that Snowmass offers hiking and biking in the mountains, fly fishing, rafting, rock climbing, and golfing, too. Then you can relax in a gondola once you’re too exhausted to walk any further. Every summer in Snowmass, you can also take part in the Snowmass Rodeo every Wednesday. Barbecued meats and cocktails lead to toasting marshmallows – bull riding, racing, and roping all included.

Stowe, Vermont

Just the mention of the state of Vermont conjures relaxing images, and Stowe is the epitome of all Vermont stands for. Mountains, rivers, covered bridges, hiking, and biking. Skiing resorts become spas in the warmer months, and the snowcovered ski runs become hiking trails. Restaurants offer farm-to-table meals, local breweries showcase local talent, and all of it comes from New England’s friendliest faces. One of the area’s newest hotels, Field Guide, is the eclectic hidden lodge, with pool, fire pits, lounge chairs, and a restaurant that serves nothing but comfort foods. The lodge bar, called Picnic Social is perfect for that after-dinner cocktail.

Poconos, Pennsylvania

Surely you’ve heard of Poconos – this is one of those high-end, low-ball destinations designed to help you disappear into the woodwork. There’s the quintessential Poconos resorts for the luxury-minded, but there’s also those honkytonks and dive locations with the hot tubs shaped like a heart. Add to the myriad of accommodation choices a casino and a nearby NASCAR racetrack, and you have all the makings for a getaway where you can be anyone you want to be, even if just for the weekend.