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WebsiteCompass 5 Living with extreme temperatures can be tough to take—whether your city is frigid cold in the winter or beastly hot in the summer (or possibly both). When it’s time to escape, here’s a list of U.S. destinations that offer more comfortable conditions. Where to Go If You Don’t Like the Weather at Home WarmUp in theWinter Kailua-Kona, Island of Hawaii. Located on the west coast of Hawaii Island, KailuaKona tops the list of warmest places in the U.S. in February. It’s a fabulous jumping-off point for outdoor activities such as deep-sea fishing, hiking, kayaking, snorkeling, and diving. Miami, Florida. Check out the whitesand beaches, take an airboat tour of the Everglades, and discover the best LatinAmerican-infused cuisine. KeyWest, Florida. KeyWest is the sunniest and warmest place in the U.S. year-round. The island has beautiful architecture, serene gardens, delicious food, and breathtaking sunsets. Yuma, Arizona. Not only does Yuma offer an unparalleled amount of sunny days– Guinness World Records claimed it as the World’s Sunniest City– it also has historic sites and outdoor recreation. Death Valley National Park, California. Straddling the Nevada-California border, Death Valley National Park features vast beauty across 3.4 million acres. Cool Off in the Summer Door County, Wisconsin. Known as the “Cape Cod of the Midwest,” Door County offers a wide variety of activities, including hiking, kayaking, biking, and shopping. Anchorage, Alaska. As the largest city in the state, Anchorage offers a smalltown feel. Explore the town or visit the city’s many parks and trails. Bandon, Oregon. This quaint town sits along the Coquille River and provides fresh seafood, ocean views, and excellent golf courses. Niagara Falls, NewYork. Being near water is cooling and this area has lots to offer besides. It features hundreds of acres of woodland and the Cave of the Winds. Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Known for skiing in the winter, this mountain town is a great place to visit in the summer, too. Go for a scenic hike or tubing down the Yampa River. QUICK TIP: Consider buying travel insurance to help defray the costs of unexpected events. Enjoy the Benefits of Luxury HotelsWithout the High Price Luxury hotels offer a wide range of appealing special services, such as beautiful pools, spas, modern fitness rooms, beach cabanas, and more. But staying in places where these amenities are available can be hard on the wallet. Fortunately for luxury lovers, there’s a way to get the niceties you’re looking for without the steep price—day passes. A hotel day pass gives you access to some or all the amenities there even if you’re not a guest. Many large hotel chains offer this option, including Hilton, Marriott, Hyatt, IHG, and Fairmont. To get the most out of the “daycation” model, make sure you know exactly which services are available to you before purchasing a day pass. You can use apps like ResortPass (resortpass.com), Daycation (daycationapp.com), and DayPasses (daypasses.com) to look for day passes at various locations or call the resort you have in mind directly. For even greater affordability, take a daycation at a hotel near your home.

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