7 underrated spots in the US for stunning fall colors beyond New England

Plus spectacular waterfalls and museums reopening [View this email in your browser]( Hello! There are as many ways to travel as there are individual travelers, and today, we hope our round-up reflects the kind of traveler you are — inspiring even if you're not traveling now. Are you one of those people that immediately heads for the city's most renowned museum? In that case, you'll be delighted to see that New [York City's museums]( are set to reopen on August 24. Maybe your culture fix is more adventure-oriented, in which case you should get to Mali as soon as possible to see [Timbuktu's famed Muslim culture]( while you still can. Or maybe your adventure lies in meeting new people — and you'll see yourself reflected in this piece about how [a bar crawl in Panama]( changed one writer's life. Or maybe just [going to the bathroom in Japan]( is enough of an adventure. But first... OUTDOOR [7 underrated spots in the US for stunning fall colors beyond New England]( When many people think of fall foliage, images of Maine or Vermont come to mind. But there are a host of locations beyond New England to savor autumn’s hues. From the lake-filled Midwest to the South’s Appalachian range, the alpine landscapes in the Southwest to the vineyards of California, the options for marveling at leaves bursting in shades of gold, orange, and crimson are almost endless. While we suggest optimal viewing times to see the leaves turn in various locations, these are based on what’s typically expected. It’s a good idea to check weather forecasts and tap into local tips for best viewing weeks in a specific year. [DISCOVER THE GLORY OF NON-NEW-ENGLAND FALL]( THE LATEST --------------------------------------------------------------- [Answer 25 questions for a chance to win $250 - ENDS TOMORROW]( --------------------------------------------------------------- PARKS + WILDERNESS [11 of the most spectacular waterfalls to visit in the US this fall]( --------------------------------------------------------------- NEWS [NYC museums can officially reopen on August 24]( --------------------------------------------------------------- ART + ARCHITECTURE [Timbuktu’s legacy as the center of Muslim culture is in danger of being lost forever]( --------------------------------------------------------------- NEWS [These new, colorful outdoor toilets in Tokyo are completely transparent]( --------------------------------------------------------------- SOLO TRAVEL [How a bar crawl in Panama changed how I travel forever]( TRIP PLANNING [The ultimate guide to the best hikes in Acadia National Park]( Acadia National Park isn’t known for remote, long-distance hiking and backpacking trails. But what it lacks in remote wilderness, it makes up for in spectacular views of rocky coastlines and dramatic summits that appear to protrude directly from the depths of the Atlantic. Some of us should opt for a leisurely stroll around Jordan Pond followed by an afternoon cup of tea and popovers at the Jordan Pond House; others could sooner see themselves scaling the cliffside Precipice or Beehive trails, mastering hand-over-hand climbing up metal rungs, each securely fastened into the rock’s face. Regardless of your hiking skill or fitness level, the park’s 120 miles of trails offer something for everyone. [DISCOVER ACADIA NATIONAL PARK]( BLACK TRAVEL [A Black Traveler’s Guide to MILAN]( Milan! Yes this place feels so good. Only thing I couldn’t quite figure out: What’s up with all the testicle-related art good luck charms / art? But for real, when you open yourself up fully to a place you can’t help but find good people and good times. We ate plates of fettuccine and polenta (props to the Trattoria Sabbioneda) , hung out at the mother of all malls (Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II) and ran into a crew from Cameroon who invited us to party with them. Round that out with some free hugs and you’ve got an incredible visit. Arrivederci Milano!! [WATCH THE FILM]( FOLLOW US AND FIND YOUR NEXT #TRAVELSTOKE [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( Copyright © 2020 Matador Network, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in at our website. Our mailing address is: Matador Network PO Box 7775 #40021San Francisco, CA 94120 [Add us to your address book]( Need to change something? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from our newsletter](. We'll be here when you need us!