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Find cool vacation spots closer to home

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Why It Matters

Spectacular beauty is all around us. Keeping your adventures local reduces pollution without sacrificing great memories.

Benefits for You

Americans spend $2k on vacations yearly, so saving just 10% on travel costs by staying closer to home could mean $200.

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  • How To Start

    Check out the Within Hours website to find awesome vacation spots near where you live.

  • Where to Learn More

    Scroll through the Reader’s Digest list of Best Weekend Getaways in Every State so you can vacation closer to home.

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