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Great Fall Getaways

basketDo you feel it? I'm not sure when it happens, but somewhere between the back-to-school excitement and the first turning leaf, it hits me – Fall is coming.

Cooler temps, ripening apples, and golden sunsets that linger in the evening put me in the mood for a great Fall getaway. An obvious choice is New England, where the peak leaf color promises to be spectacular this year, but what about a weekend of Historic Tours around DC? Or perhaps a 3-day tour of the Northern CA wine country by horse? – Decisions! Decisions!

Below are some great Fall activities in three cities that this issue's sponsor American Express/Jet Blue flies to – so whatever getaway plans you "fall" into – Enjoy!

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Laura Lesnie
Editor — Your Travel Insider


Foliage Watch in New England

Tour MapNew England Traditions
Escorted Fall Foliage Tours
10 days from New York to New York

Fall 2007

Highlights: Massachusetts, New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, Rhode Island

Make the circuit with this fun and affordable tour of New England in all its Fall grandeur. With stops in MA, NY, VT, NH, and RI, tour highlights include: The Breakers - Cornelius Vanderbilt’s magnificent 70-room Italian palazzo, Plymouth Rock, Cape Cod, Cold Hollow Cider Mill, and much more. Travel is by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach, and en route itineraries are designed for maximum enjoyment. Learn more.

Your Travel Insider Tip: The peak travel season is mid-September to early October. Peak fall foliage in New England works its way down from the north. The further north you go, the earlier the peak.

Fall Family Fun Around Washington, DC  

MonticelloMonticello & Thomas Jefferson
Country Day Tour

www.DC Tours.us
March 20 to November 15
Reservations: 888-878-9870

Fall is a great time of year in the Washington, DC, Maryland, & Virginia areas. The weather is cooler and there are many fun things to do with the whole family. Of the many tours available, the Monticello & Thomas Jefferson Country Tour is a must see.

During this11-hour tour, you will travel to Charlottesville, Virginia and view the panoramic scenery en route to the University of Virginia, one of Thomas Jefferson's architectural design masterpieces. The tour continues up the mountainside to Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson, President, inventor, surveyor, musician and artist. Tour and lunch will be at the historic Michie Tavern and is included in the cost of the tour. Please Note: This tour must be ordered at least 24 hours in advance. Learn More

Your Travel Insider Tip: This tour does not have a hotel pick-up or drop-off; the tour starts and ends at Union Station. Children ages 3-11 qualify for the child rate. Children under 3 are free!

Fall Winery Tours in Northern California  

Ricochet RidgeRicochet Ridge Ranch Equine & Wine Weekend Package
www.mendowinetours.com
Mendocino, CA
Fall 2007

Horseback Riding along Deserted California Beaches and in Magnificent Redwood Forests. Join the “Equine and Wine Ride”, with accommodations at the MacCallum House Inn, a three course wine dinner, a first class wine tour of the Anderson Valley, and a fabulous horseback riding excursion on romantic beaches and in stately redwood forests. Exceptional Horses. Beginner to Advanced Riders. English and Western. You won’t believe the quality of the horses! Learn More

Your Travel Insider Tip: The most common rider problem on long rides is always legs rubbed raw. Please consider doing as most experienced endurance riders do - WEAR PANTY HOSE UNDER YOUR LEVIS. At the very least, bring some in your saddle bag to use as necessary!
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