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The Chicago Air and Water Show in Chicago, Illinois (photo by NAB Aerial)

Watch in wonder as planes take to the skies over Lake Michigan at this annual event in Chicago.

Holiday decorations at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge Tennessee (photo by Curtis Hilbun/Dollywood)

Country music singer and actress Dolly Parton’s theme park in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, shines during the holidays with over 5 million lights. 

Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa in Galena, Illinois (photo courtesy of destination)

Located 150 miles west of Chicago and 6 miles south of the historic town of Galena, Illinois, this destination makes for a great winter escape. 

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Sunset at Indiana Dunes National Park in winter (photo by iStock)

In the wintertime, this Indiana park’s more than 15,000 acres are often covered with snow. Over 50 miles of hiking trails meander among the covered dunes, lakefront and forests. 

Mt.  Tabor Trails in Baroda And Buchanan, Michigan (photo courtesy of Moersch hospitality group)

Grab a glass of wine and take a spirited hike that’s bound to bring a smile to your face on these trails in Baroda and Buchanan, Michigan.

Seven Springs Resort in Champion, Pennsylvania (photo courtesy of destination)

This resort in Champion, Pennsylvania, is home to the largest snow-tubing park in the Laurel Highlands region, with 11 snow-tubing lanes.

Visitors at Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee (photo by David Meany)

Walk in the footsteps of Elvis and many other greats at this Memphis, Tennessee, recording studio where music is still made today. 

Rock Island State Park kayaker in Rock Island, Tennessee (photo by Michael D. Tedesco)

Three state parks within easy driving distance from Sparta, Tennessee, offer opportunities to see waterfalls.

Families at the duck parade at The Peabody hotel in Memphis, Tennessee (photo courtesy of Memphis Convention & Visitors Bureau)

This legendary hotel in Memphis, Tennessee, rolls out the red carpet each morning for a marching parade of ducks.