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Where to stay, how to book, what to pack and how to get around — practical advice for every kind of getaway.

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• 4 min read

Exploring Summit Vacations: How to Choose the Perfect Mountain Getaway

There's something about the mountains that resets you. The air is cooler, the pace is slower and the views make even a morning coffee feel like an event. It's no surprise that "summit vacations" — mountain getaways built around a cabin, chalet or condo — have become one of the most popular ways to travel with family and friends. But mountain trips come with their own set of decisions. Which season suits you? Should you stay in a ski-in/ski-out condo or a secluded cabin? And what should you look for in a mountain vacation home that you might not think…

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• 7 min read

Renting a Car for Summit County, Colorado: How Many Days Do You Need?

Summit County, Colorado — home to Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper Mountain, Frisco, Dillon and Silverthorne — is one of the most popular mountain getaways in the United States. Whether you're coming for ski season, summer hiking or a cozy week in a vacation home, one of the first questions you'll face is simple: should you rent a car, and if so, for how many days? The answer depends on how long you're staying, where your rental home is and how much you want to explore beyond your base town. This guide walks you through the drive from Denver, the winter driving…

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• 7 min read

How to Choose the Perfect Vacation Home Rental: 12 Tips Before You Book

A great vacation home can make a trip. A full kitchen means lazy breakfasts instead of rushed hotel buffets, a living room gives everyone space to spread out, and a private deck with a view turns an ordinary evening into the best part of the holiday. But the wrong rental — a listing that looked perfect in photos but turns out noisy, cramped or far from everything — can just as easily break it. The good news is that most vacation-rental disappointments are avoidable. With a little homework before you click "book", you can dramatically improve your odds of getting…

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• 5 min read

Smart Travel Planning: 15 Essential Tips for Stress-Free Trips

Some trips seem to glide along effortlessly: flights on time, a great place to stay, no forgotten chargers and no panic at the rental-car counter. Luck plays a part, but most smooth trips have something in common — a bit of smart planning before departure. The best part is that good planning doesn't have to be complicated or time-consuming. Below are the travel tips we rely on for every getaway, whether it's a weekend in the mountains or a two-week adventure abroad. They cover budgeting, booking flights and stays, getting around, packing and staying safe — with links to the…

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