Extended Weekend Getaways Magazine

Coming right here in my own hometown! Who remembers the 1973 movie "The Sting" starring Robert Redford and Paul Newman? The music featured was written by Sedalia's own ragtime pianist, Scott Joplin, sparking a massive revival of the genre & now we have the international festival - May 27-30. See more in our first comment to experience ragtime where it began. ❤️🎹

👉 “This could become one of the biggest new road-trip attractions this summer!"
After 25 years in the planning, saving and building, the new Wings of Liberty Museum will officially open to the public for its Grand Openng Friday at 1 p.m. Located next to Fort Campbell near Clarksville, TN, it is the 2nd-largest museum in the nation's Army-museum enterprise.

It will showcase the legendary 101st Airborne Division, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, and others through immersive exhibits, military artifacts, aviation history, and interactive exhibits as well as aircraft and a memorial courtyard outside.

For travelers who enjoy American history, military museums, aviation, or meaningful weekend destinations, this is one destination worth putting on the calendar.

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“✨ Steal this weekend in Montgomery Cty. MD
🎶 Event: Bethsesda Fine Arts Festival / Train Day at museum
🍴 Eat: Coopers Mill / Corby Kitchen /
🏨 Stay: Canal Quarters - Lockhouse
📍 Don’t miss: Oakley Cabin &Park / Clear Skies Acoustic Jam
Need more ideas before you go? Visit Montgomery CVB
https://visitmontgomery.com/

Weekends taste better in Ridgeland, MS!

You’ve HEARD about Ridgeland’s culinary scene. Now it’s time to taste it for yourself: exploreRidgeland.com/experiences.

Did you know? - RV travelers chose Yosemite National Park above any others during the Spring...
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SUVs and EVs Take Center Stage at the 2026 New York International Auto Show
(Feature Impact) The 2026 New York International Auto Show is shining a spotlight on the latest in automotive innovation, from advanced technology to the growing shift toward electric vehicles. One automaker, Kia, is using the show to highlight two versatile SUVs designed to offer more space, capability and flexibility for modern drivers. https://youtu.be/54CgwI3yukE

Have you made arrangements for your Valentine's Day weekend yet? We've got offers ...

Our January issue explores winter travel experiences across the U.S., featuring cold-weather destinations, winter fests, outdoor snow sports and activities, and continues to explore historical topics tied to America’s founding story. https://extendedweekendgetaways.com

Have a Holly Jolly Christmas this year - Start with our December issue for ideas... https://extendedweekendgetaways.com/dec-25/