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Summer may be winding down, but there’s still time to squeeze in one or two more adventures. Whether you’re adventuring outdoors, escaping into a great book, or soaking up peak summer vibes from home, these picks are all about making the most of the season before fall takes over.
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One Last Summer Adventure
Before the season slips away, head outside—at least from the comfort of your couch—with two movies about trading the everyday for a little wilderness, freedom, and adventure.
A Walk in the Woods
Streaming on Prime Video
Robert Redford and Nick Nolte hit the Appalachian Trail in this buddy comedy as two old friends attempting an ambitious trek they may be wildly underprepared for. The scenery is gorgeous and the mishaps are plentiful.
The Kings of Summer
Streaming on Paramount+
Three teenage friends decide to ditch their parents, build a house in the woods, and spend the summer living entirely on their own terms. What follows is a funny, offbeat coming-of-age adventure packed with friendship, freedom, and the kind of endless-summer energy worth squeezing in while you still can.
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Three Books to Build the Ultimate Travel Bucket List
Consider this permission to dream a little bigger about where you’ll go next! Whatever’s on your travel bucket list, start exploring with these adventure-inspiring reads from ThriftBooks. And with free standard shipping on U.S. orders over $20, you can stock up on inspiration and save that extra cash for the adventures ahead.
The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small
edited by Kath Stathers
This globe-spanning collection is stuffed with adventures of all sizes, from epic journeys worth crossing an ocean for to experiences you can squeeze into a long weekend.
Destinations of a Lifetime: 225 of the World's Most Amazing Places
by National Geographic
Open for the eye candy, stay for the inspiration. With 225 incredible places to explore, this is the kind of book that turns a quiet night at home into a planning party.
Dream Trips of the World: 100 Destinations and Itineraries to Make Your Bucket List a Reality
by Lonely Planet
You’ve done the dreaming, and now it's time to make your travels happen with 100 unforgettable trips and itineraries that take you from scrolling to sightseeing.
Binge-Worthy Shows With Peak Summer Vibes
If you’re holding onto that summer feeling, escape with these iconic shows!
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Make the Most of the Journey
There’s still time for one more adventure, even if it starts on the page.
The Kicking the Bucket List
by Cathy Hopkins
When three estranged sisters reunite after their mother’s death, they discover she’s left them one final challenge: complete her bucket list together before they can receive their inheritance. Funny, heartfelt, and full of unexpected detours.
The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry
by Rachel Joyce
Harold Fry steps out to mail a letter and, on impulse, just keeps walking, setting off on a hundreds-of-miles journey across England to visit an old friend. Along the way, his spontaneous trek becomes a moving story about hope, regret, connection, and what can happen when you decide it’s not too late to take the long way.
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The Location: Los Angeles, California
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Minutes from LAX, H Hotel Los Angeles, Curio Collection by Hilton, delivers boutique sophistication and unbeatable convenience. Inspired by the nearby H-shaped runways, this modern stay features sleek guest rooms with high ceilings, contemporary design, and tech-forward amenities. Guests can unwind at the rooftop lounge with cocktails and panoramic views of the runways, dine on fresh local flavors at Waypoint Kitchen & Bar, or cool off in the heated outdoor pool. With a complimentary airport shuttle and 24/7 market, H Hotel makes every arrival effortless.
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