Best Wellness Getaway: Washington, CT: Within a 58-acre nature sanctuary in postcard-perfect Litchfield County, the Mayflower Inn & Spa is the kind of destination where you’re able to mentally check out before you’ve even checked into your room. Take advantage of the hotel’s complimentary car service to the charming town of Washington Depot for Marty’s Cafe, the Hickory Stick bookstore, and countless boutique shops.

Best Food Getaway: Hudson, NY: With tons of destination eateries and boutique hotels like the new Hudson Whaler Hotel, The Hudson Milliner, The Maker, and The Wick, this riverfront city rivals any restaurant row in the five boroughs. For dinner, hip farm-to-table spot Swoon Kitchenbar offers fresh seafood like pan-roasted salmon and oysters on the half shell, while Wm. Farmer and Sons seasonal menu has deliciously fresh creations like chicken thigh “nuggets.”

Best Outdoor Getaway: Harriman State Park, New York: There’s plenty of great hiking and camping to do near NYC, but Harriman State Park—the second-largest state park in New York with over 47,000 acres and more than 200 miles of hiking trails—has it all. There are waterfalls, expansive views from atop Long Mountain, hammock-friendly trees by the lake, and few, if any, passersby to interrupt the peace and quiet.

Most Affordable Getaway: Catskills, New York: A popular '60s retreat, the Catskills has experienced a renaissance over the last few years, while still remaining in reach of budget travelers. Your best bet is to rent a car so you can make the most of your time in the Catskills. There are countless hip and affordable hotels to stay in, including Graham & Co (from $125/night) in Phoenicia; Kate’s Lazy Meadow (from $185/night) in Mount Tremper; and Eastwind (from $279/night) in Windham.

Most Underrated Getaway: Silvermine, CT: With its narrow, meandering roads lined with towering oaks, antique colonials, converted barns, riverfront A-frames, and little else, the Fairfield County hamlet of Silvermine isn’t an obvious draw for weekend travelers. That’s precisely why you’ll find yourself here, at the Inn at GrayBarns, a sublime un-Brooklynized nexus at which to gather with friends or just yourself and clock out. Today, the adults-only property is home to a six-suite inn.

Best Bike Getaway: Montauk, New York: Board a morning train with your two wheels and get off at the Westhampton station. From there, pedal about 45 miles along waterfront roads, through the Hamptons and out to Ruschmeyer’s hotel in Montauk, where you’ll drop your backpack and cruise one mile to MTK Lobster House for a buttery overstuffed lobster roll to eat at South Edison Beach a few blocks away. Ride five miles East to the historic Montauk Lighthouse and museum.

Best Beach Getaway: Newport, Rhode Island: The waves in this quintessential New England maritime town are clean, the seafood is fresh, and the beaches are uncrowded. After zipping up your wetsuit (rent them for $15/day at Rhody Surf), paddle out at either Easton's Beach or Sachuest Town Beach (known locally as First and Second Beach). Dry off with a bowl of squash soup and smoked salmon toast at Stoneacre Garden, or pick up fish tacos and street corn from Diego’s for a picnic.

Best Cultural Getaway: Beacon, New York: Once an old factory town, Beacon has completely remade itself into both an art and food destination. Though it’s just an 80-minute rail ride up the Hudson River, boutique gems like the Roundhouse Beacon make it worth an overnight stay. Leave a few hours (and plenty of phone storage space for impromptu photo shoots) for Dia:Beacon, a 300,000-square-foot former Nabisco factory that houses a collection of monumental contemporary works.

Best Family Getaway: Mohonk Mountain House, New York: Perched on a cliff in New Paltz, the grand Mohonk Mountain House is a 152-year-old, all-inclusive resort for adults and kids. Throughout the 1,325-acre cliff-perched property, you’ll find tennis, golf, yoga, a spa, an indoor pool, boating on the lake and 85 miles of hiking trails—all easily accessible with a complimentary hotel ride from the nearby bus station in New Paltz.

Most Luxurious Getaway: Winvian Farm, Connecticut: As you pass through the white gates of Winvian, revel in the feeling that you've done something right in your life. The resort sprawls over 113 acres, where 18 designer cottages include a 35 foot-tall treehouse, a “secret society” temple, and a multi-level stable. Activities include croquet, seasonal al fresco feasts on The Restaurant's stone patio, and complimentary mountain bikes to cruise around nearby Bantam Lake.