There's Always Time to Travel: 5 Weekend Getaways in the US
Charleston, South Carolina
The ideal city for a romantic getaway, Charleston will enchant you with its cobblestone streets, boulevards lined with trees dripping with Spanish moss and elegant centuries-old mansions. The gas lamps lighting the streets and the horse-drawn carriages will almost make you feel like you have gone back in time.
Not able to go away with a special someone? Charleston also makes for the perfect destination for a girlfriend getaway weekend.
You can even visit Fort Sumter, which is where the first shot of the Civil War was fired. However, there’s more to Charleston than just history — it is a thriving modern city too.
There are many exciting new contemporary art galleries and innovative restaurants to discover.
From fascinating historical landmarks to stunning natural views, the following things to do in Antigua will make for an unforgettable vacation.
San Antonio, Texas
The most famous historical attraction to explore in San Antonio is the Alamo, where the legendary Davy Crockett perished in 1836. However, there is a lot more to enjoy in San Antonio.
You can visit several other historic missions within the San Antonio Missions National Historic Park. Also, there is plenty of history to discover at the San Fernando Cathedral.
This city also has a fascinating Mexican influence, which reveals itself in the form of local cuisine, artwork and colorful parades. Stop by the Market Square (El Mercado) to find a range of delicious Mexican foods and homemade goods.
San Antonio is great for weekend visits, as the business travelers cause hotel rates to be more expensive during the week — so you will save by staying on the weekend.
