Gothamist Getaways

For those not inclined to party in South Beach, Florida's Gulf Coast offers leisurely relaxation in St. Pete Beach.

Can Atlantic City get lucky again?

Consider seeing some great theater outside NYC.

There are over 35 beaches to discover on the tiny island.

The river is deep and fast (and cold!), the waves are huge, and the views are unforgettable.

Whiskey lovers, are you tired of winery-hopping? These area distilleries are inviting you to swing by.

Here's our shortlist of practical, quirky, ingenious, and occasionally ridiculous travel products for the guy or gal on the go.

One question to ask, "If the inn's been operating for a while: when was its last renovation?"

Did you know there's a Dutchess County castle made with 80% recyclable materials?

It's got a rough-and-ready appeal, like maybe Hell's Kitchen before the Irish got pushed out, and some of the city's coolest sights are tucked away there.

There's been an effort to inject fresh urban cool into seedy "old Vegas".

It's a down-to-earth destination, where you're more likely to find locals having tea, shopping for groceries or hanging out with friends.