Very soon — labor Day. This means that the fall in 2018 for Americans will start with a long weekend from 1 to 3 September. And who wants to sit at home on a weekend? Of course, not everyone can afford a long journey: some have time, others money. And yet, to escape for a couple of days for everyone! A change of scenery, to broaden their horizons, gain strength — whether it is the best way to celebrate autumn?
We have selected for you 8 best places to spend a weekend in honor of labor Day.
1. National Park Grand Teton (Wyoming)
The average temperature in September: night of 6.06°C, day — 21,28°C heat.
The price
In the radius with 16.09 km from the Park:
- Lodge standard — from $124 per room/period;
- Lodge high-class – from $518 per room/period.
27.36 km from the national Park there is the Deluxe Four Seasons Resort — from $830 per room/period.
Fee for entry:
- by car — $35;
- on the bike, $30;
- without personal transport — $20.
Payment of the fee gives the right to stay in the Park for 7 days.
What to do
National Park Grand Teton is a must-see to all lovers of wild nature and the inhabitants of large cities. Here are some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the country. Just open the window in the room: even this will be enough to feel the power of nature and relieve myself of the stress plaguing the inhabitants of the cities. However, do not sit in the room all weekend!
Explore scenic Hiking trails, enjoy a picnic at the waterfall, take an excursion on horseback — and it’s all in one day vacation in Grand Tithonian! Walking on the slopes Ticona you can meet elk and bison. And early in the morning waiting for you Jenny lake — a great place for trout fishing. Love to spend a few hours alone with my thoughts and a fishing rod? Then you are exactly in the Grand Teton!
Attention!
In August–September — the period of activity of grizzly bears, so some Hiking trails will be closed. And in General, tourists are not recommended to leave the paths and walk through the Park alone.
2. The Island Of San Juan (WA)
The average temperature in September: night of 8.33°C, day — 21,11°C heat.
The price
The Islands are not so many hotels, so my weekend on labor Day, many accommodation options are already available. There is still time to book a hotel in Orcas sharp at a price of $578 per room/period (up to 4 people per room). Overnight in a hostel will cost $100-120 per person.
What to do
- The archipelago of San Juan, 144,84 km from Seattle, connected to the mainland by ferry. Every day from Anacortes Ferry Terminal and boats to the side of Friday Harbor — city, where starts all the excursions to the Islands. No matter whether you want to arrange a romantic weekend for two or to relax with the whole family on San Juan you will not be bored.
- Orcas — island Paradise, surrounded by trees. Here is mount Constitution — the highest on the archipelago. The territory is under state protection as part of Moran state Park. Nature lovers are waiting for dozens of miles of Hiking trails, including the hike to the top of mount Constitution. I advise you to conquer this altitude: the summit offers a breathtaking panorama of all the Islands of the archipelago, the endless expanse of the ocean and snow-capped mountain peaks at a glance…
- San Juan is the most populated island of the archipelago. There are a lot of entertainment for young people and children, the most important of which, no doubt, whale watching and the whales. These majestic animals the harsh landscape of the North stand in all its glory. Can rent a Bicycle to explore the area, visit the local museums and look for a farm that breeds alpacas.
Tip: in the main city of the archipelago — Friday Harbor usually do not stay long. Hotels here are more than enough, but most tourists only spend the night. If you manage to find a couple of hours, you should go to eat in some of the local cafés, which serves only fresh, local produce.
3. Cannon Beach (Oregon)
The average temperature in September: night — 11,11°C during the day — grew 20.56°C heat.
Price of accommodation:
from $518 to $800 for 2 nights for two.
What to do:
- Cannon beach is located on the North coast of Oregon. September is one of the best periods to visit the city: at the beginning of autumn the weather here is almost perfect. The most famous attraction of the area is Haystack Rock, a giant rock towering over the sea line on the coast. According to scientists, the age of Haystack Rock is from 10 to 17 million years. Scenic beaches, cannon beach attracts not only tourists, but also representatives of the «dream factory». Here, in particular, was filmed «Twilight» and «the Goonies».
- Nearby is a state Park ecola state where you can not only relax in nature, but also to visit the lighthouse Tillamook Rock Light.
4. The Black Hills (South Dakota)
The average temperature in September: night — 13,33°C, day — 22,22°C heat.
The cost of accommodation (per 2 nights):
- the 3-star hotel — from $182 per room;
- the 4-star — from $438 per room.
What to do
Weekend in the black Hills will give a lot of impressions and lovers of history and nature. The city is located in the southwestern part of South Dakota — the wonderful land of lakes and waterfalls. Several days would not be enough to explore all the local attractions:
- The first thing we recommend to go to Custer is one of the largest state parks of the United States. Apart from the usual walks on the mountain trails here, you can swim in pristine lakes, fishing and boating, as well as observe live wild bison, sheep, mountain goats and moose.
- Very near the Park is famous for mount Rushmore, where the carved portraits of 4 presidents.
- If you want to get acquainted with the history of the Old West — go to Deadwood, which is only an hour away. By the way, in Deadwood filmed the famous series «HBO Deadwood».
5. Martha’s Vineyard-Vineyard (MA)
The average temperature in September: night of 15.56°C, day — 23,89°C heat.
The cost of accommodation (per 2 nights):
- in the guest house — from $315 per room;
- this 5-star hotel — from $1080 per room.
What to do
The island of Martha’s vineyard vineyard, located 11.27 miles from Cape cod, has long been a favorite destination for weekend outings for all residents of the East coast. Summer on the island often look to celebrities such as singer Carly Simon and news anchor Diane Sawyer, after all, to hide from prying eyes is much easier. To get to the island by ferry, arriving in town
- Vineyard haven, where a few square miles are dozens of variety stores.
- In oak bluffs tourists come to taste the new pizzas and ice cream, Edgartown — walk along the many boutiques, visit the famous whaling house with an overnight stay at historic Inns.
- If you want to travel back to the beginning of the XX century — go to a tiny fishing village Menemsha. Time here seems to have stopped. You can taste the fresh seafood in colourful fishing cafes-shacks lined up along the Harbor and in the morning you can watch as fishermen pull from the sea network with a catch, like for 1900.
By the way: every year on Martha’s vineyard Wyngarde Festival takes place labor Day, which involved artists from around the Islands, offering for sale furniture, clothes, ceramics and jewelry are handmade.
6. New Orleans (Louisiana)
The average temperature in September: night — 22,22°C, day — AZN 32.78°C heat.
The cost of accommodation (per 2 nights):
- in the guest house — from $180 per room;
- the 3-star hotel — from $249 per room;
- the 4-star — from $367 per room.
What to do
In New Orleans tourists go all year round. It is a large city where there is always something to see. If you want to experience the charm of southern nights New Orleans — featuring night concerts of jazz performers, as well as multiple open bars with a wide choice of cocktails. You can be sure this weekend over labor Day in New Orleans is not crowded. It attracts young people from everywhere! The city hosts parades, parties, and even competition. And in a special New Orleans cuisine, so you definitely should arrange a mini-gastrotour.
7. Lake Tahoe (California)
The average temperature in September: night — 6,11°C, day — 23,33°C heat.
The cost of accommodation (per 2 nights):
- sleeps up to 8 people — from $445;
- hotels — from $648 per room;
- 5-star hotel — from $1238 per room.
What to do
Lake Tahoe on the border of California and Nevada — not only the largest Alpine lake in the US, but one of the most beautiful in the world. The surface of the lake constantly changes color depending on the time of day and depth. The water in the lake that shimmers of emerald sparks that streaked azure Caribbean sea. In September it is still very warm, but much less tourists. So on labor Day, nothing will prevent you enjoy the white beaches of Tahoe. On the lake you can not just lie on the sand, but a ride on a kayak, yacht or a stroll on the mountain slopes.
And in honor of labor Day at the lake will be a lot of fireworks that will color the night sky and the glassy surface of the lake thousands of colorful splashes. There is even a special route cruise M. S. Dixie II, in a small vessel, which is specially organised to view the fireworks from the lake.
8. Charleston (South Carolina)
The average temperature in September: night of 21.67°C, day — of 29.44°C heat.
The cost of accommodation (per 2 nights):
- The 3-star hotel — from $198 per room;
- 4-star — from $641 per room.
Also in Charleston many chain hotels of 5 star rooms for the price of 2 nights from $848 per room.
What to do
Charleston is a charming town, showing reference southern hospitality. For reviews of tourists, where are the most beautiful beaches on the East coast. Here annually attracts thousands of tourists from all over America to enjoy the warm sun, swim in the ocean, to surf and kite. Arriving in Charleston on labor Day, you will see the most beautiful sunsets in the harbour, try the local organic fruits and vegetables from farmers, and visit the annual jazz festival, participation in which have confirmed such famous musicians as David Sanborn and Peebo Bryson.
