Make February Memorable with These Offbeat Travel Ideas

• #toc_item_0 • #toc_item_1 • [Why Not Make This February a Memorable One?](#toc_item_2) • [Learn more](#toc_item_3) • [Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Korean BBQ, but Were Afraid to Ask](#toc_item_4) • [Enjoy](#toc_item_5) • [Throwback Mocktail: The Story of the Shirley Temple](#toc_item_6) • [Make mine a double](#toc_item_7) • [Better Get On It, Valentine: Book a Romantic Getaway](#toc_item_8) • [💌](#toc_item_9) • [It’s Lunar New Year: Here’s a Fun Way to Celebrate](#toc_item_10) • [Money actually growing on trees](#toc_item_11) *Header 728x90 [] The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continues to fluctuate rapidly and impact communities all over the world. If you’re venturing out, triple-check the opening status, entry requirements, and safety protocols for both your destination and home city upon your return. Be safe out there. [] Friday is upon us. There is a “bomb cyclone” headed towards New England. And to top it all off, it’s National Blueberry Pancake Day and National Fun at Work Day. Who comes up with these things? Is there a holiday ambassador just making up holidays and twirling their mustache somewhere? And what is a “bomb cyclone”? Who named that? I feel like “bomb cyclones” could really use some PR help. I guess if the goal is to sound like an apocalyptic cataclysm, bomb cyclones are nailing it. Yet I think it could benefit from some softened language, maybe rebrand as a “snow crescendo” or a “confident, empowered wintery vibe.” Let’s keep it vague and unassuming! Then again, what do I know? Stay safe out there. Let me tell you a magical tale about the best February travel destinations, everything you ever needed to know about Korean BBQ, the recipe for the most classic and memorable mocktail of all time, new cake mixes from Dolly Parton, and finally, the best Airbnbs for couples. I am going to manifest some of my dreams, a.k.a. heat up leftovers for lunch. Don’t be jealous. [Ned Riseley, Senior Copywriter]( [ [( travel [] [Why Not Make This February a Memorable One?]( I know there’s been a lot of talk of where not to go right now, but here’s some ideas for where you could really live it up this February. Breakfast burritos in Old Town, Albuquerque. Barstool skiing in Montana. Truffling in Oregon. Who says you have to be in hibernation mode? Maybe it would be cathartic to take this article’s advice and go stare at some lava at Yosemite! [] [Learn more]( [( [( Food & drink [] [Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Korean BBQ, but Were Afraid to Ask]( I don’t have to tell you how delicious Korean barbecue is. Or do I? If you don’t already know, Korean barbecue is some of the most delicious food you’ll ever have the opportunity to gobble down. And since you’re already probably blacking out in pleasure while you’re eating it, you should make sure you know what you’re doing before you sit down to dine. Here’s a comprehensive list of how to go about eating Korean barbecue for maximum enjoyment. [] [Enjoy]( [( [( food & drink [] [Throwback Mocktail: The Story of the Shirley Temple]( When I was a wee child of 9 or 10, there was nothing I loved to wash down a plate of fries with more than a crisp, refreshing Shirley Temple. It combined the sophistication of old Hollywood with the simplicity and sweetness of a maraschino cherry with the effervescence of soda. Well, do you know the history of the Shirley Temple? Gather ‘round children, and we shall tell ye. Plus, we have a recipe for a slightly elevated version. [] [Make mine a double]( [( *Sponsored Ads List [( travel [] [Better Get On It, Valentine: Book a Romantic Getaway]( Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and a great way to celebrate is to stay in a rural cottage or an Airstream with your beloved, pop a bottle of champagne, and resist the urge to write an Instagram caption about “my human.” Even if you’re not attached, these places look like great spots to visit with your main squeeze, yourself. We’ve found the most adorable and romantic getaways across the country. Just call us your “Romance Concierge.” I’m inching closer and closer to my dream of becoming the host of The Bachelor. [] [💌]( [( *720x300 Ad Banner [( food & drink [] [It’s Lunar New Year: Here’s a Fun Way to Celebrate]( Here’s how to make your very own DIY money tree to celebrate the Lunar New Year. It’ll bring you wealth and good fortune in the coming year. Use this illustrated guide to make your own and feel the wealth and good fortune wash over you. I’m gonna do it, but with lotto tickets just to tip the scales especially in my favor. [] [Money actually growing on trees]( [( *Footer 728x90 Thrillist Editorial - Favorable reviews cannot be bought. Read our [Terms & Conditions](, [Privacy Policy]( Delivered by Thrillist.com, 568 Broadway, Suite 507, New York, NY 10012 [212.966.2263]( Sent to {EMAIL}. Add themove@newsletter.thrillist.com to your safe-sender list so our emails get to your inbox. [View On The Web]( [Content Settings]( [Unsubscribe](