Cheapest trips from Phoenix

Neon-lit Strip, world-class shows, desert hikes at Red Rock Canyon, and the Hoover Dam nearby.

Cigar City with Ybor’s Latin history, Busch Gardens, and Gulf Coast sunsets from white-sand beaches.

Venice of America with yacht-filled canals, Fort Lauderdale Beach, and a launching point for the Bahamas.

Canada’s capital with Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, and a surprisingly strong culinary renaissance.

Massive capital with world-class museums, ancient Aztec ruins, incredible tacos, and vibrant neighborhoods.

Research Triangle hub with a thriving food hall scene, outdoor concert venues, and easy mountain escapes.

Pike Place Market, grunge history, craft coffee roasters, tech-campus energy, and the Olympic Mountains nearby.

Keep Portland Weird — food-cart pods, Powell’s Books, craft coffee, and Mount Hood on the horizon.

Upstate capital with Dutch colonial roots, the Empire State Plaza, and Hudson Valley wine trails nearby.

The city that never sleeps — Broadway, Central Park, world cuisine, and iconic skyline.