Stay here: We’re big fans of the Inns of Aurora, a collection of luxury guesthouses with eclectic interiors and lake views. Then, head south to the storybook village of Aurora, where you should grab lunch at Fargo Bar & Grill before settling down in one of the town’s historic inns. This is where the first formal observance of the holiday was held, and today you can visit landmarks like the National Memorial Day Museum and Scythe Tree, which was originally planted by a Civil War soldier. For the holiday weekend, we particularly recommend the town of Waterloo, also known as the birthplace of Memorial Day. The 14-county region, defined by its 11 long, skinny lakes, is about four to five hours northwest of New York City by car, and city folks will certainly enjoy the slow, rural pace of life here. Long known for its wine, the Finger Lakes of New York has been undergoing a positive transformation over the past few years. In Banff, there’s no better activity access than at Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (pro tip: they just revamped their restaurant and wellness programs in mid-2022), which features marvelous views of rocky mountaintops and, of course, glacially-fed Lake Louise.
Stay here: In town, keep it historic and elegant by booking a room at the centrally-located Fairmont Palliser, or get funky and enjoy Bow River views at newer Alt Hotel Calgary East Village. Hoping to see a glacier up close? The Columbia Icefield Adventure opened on May 6.
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From here, guests can hop directly onto a series of postcard-worthy hiking trails, canoe in the lake, or catch some incredible, bird’s eye views of the Canadian Rockies from the Lake Louise Summer Gondola, which opens May 19. If you've only got one day to spend in Banff, rent a car and head for the darling Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, which sits at the edge of the brilliantly blue tarn that shares its name. Grab dinner and a craft cocktail at ultra-hip Shokunin, located right downtown. Fly into Calgary and spend a day walking around picturesque Prince’s Island Park and stop in for a hearty brunch at River Café, which uses locally-sourced produce and seafood in its dishes. What used to be known as a big-industry cowboy town has since been revitalized into a hotel and foodie mecca, and it’s all just a 90-minute drive from iconic Banff National Park. If you’re hell-bent on sleeping in town, check out the wellness program at luxurious L’Auberge de Sedona, which, apart from having dreamy cottages set against the backdrop of Oak Creek, hosts art therapy sessions, yoga classes, and sound healing sit-ins.
Stay here: If you’re alright staying out of town, Enchantment Resort (and their newly-refurbished sister property Mii amo) are the best of the bunch, and ultra-close to must-have experiences, like hiking and cycling through dramatic sandstone ravines. Meet a mystic or buy a fully-charged crystal at the legendary Center for the New Age before indulging in a fabulous canyon-view dinner at Che Ah Chi. Immerse yourself in the locale’s famous red rocks on the easy Fay Canyon Trail, then unwind in town with a sumptuous spa treatment at The Wilde or Amara Resort and Spa. Catch some Zs in an adorable cottage with bay windows, private decks, and cozy fireplaces, and enjoy amenities like an on-site spa, golf course, and Japanese Zen gardens.Ī year-round haven for new age radicals, desert-loving hikers, and singletrack-speeding mountain bikers, Sedona truly comes alive in the spring, when the weather hovers around a breezy 86 degrees, and the summer crowds have not yet arrived. Just south of that is Chatham Bars Inn, situated on 25 private acres perched atop a seaside bluff.
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The Villages at Ocean Edge Resort and Golf Club, in Brewster, offers airy suites full of clean neutrals and has access to its sister resort’s nine tennis courts, five pools, bike rentals, and private beach. Stay here: Not far from the stunning nature of the Outer Cape, there are loads of oceanfront villas and lodges designed with utmost comfort and privacy in mind. Afterwards, grab an overflowing scoop of Marstons Mills Mint Chip or Bass River Black Raspberry at Cape Cod Creamery, or snack on classic New England clam chowder and an extra-buttery lobster roll at Sesuit Harbor Café, overlooking the water. Book with Hyannis (out of Barnstable) or Sea Salt Charters (out of Provincetown), both of whom work with NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association) to ensure safe and sustainable practices. Late May marks the beginning of Cape Cod’s whale watching season, and wildlife enthusiasts won’t want to miss the opportunity to set out in the sunshine and try to catch a glimpse of migrating humpback and finback whales.
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