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Summer travel is coming up, and we’ve got two very different mood boards to get you planning yours. From the cozy shores of New England to the electric streets of New Orleans, we’re pairing the best shows, movies, and books to inspire a long weekend away.
Trip 1: Recoup in New England
Widow’s Bay
Streaming on Apple TV
You may not want to visit this fictional New England island town, but binge-watching it from your hotel room? Oh yes. The sharply written show starring Matthew Rhys is part spooks and part hilarity, and like nothing else on TV.
The Five-Star Weekend
By Elin Hilderbrand
Not only is it a bestseller brimming with New England summer vibes, but it’s about to be your next TV obsession. The adaptation starring Jennifer Garner, Regina Hall, D’Arcy Carden, Chloe Sevigny, and Gemma Chan premieres July 9 on Peacock.
Together with Inside Hotels
The Bethel Resort & Suites
The Vibe: Where adventure meets relaxation
The Location: Bethel, Maine
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Nestled on more than 200 acres in the heart of Bethel, Maine, The Bethel Resort & Suites is a year-round destination where mountain charm meets modern comfort. Rooms range from cozy rooms and suites to spacious townhomes, many tucked amid forested grounds. Guests have their pick of adventurous and relaxing activities from an 18-hole championship golf course, hiking and biking trails, spa services, and lake house access. In every season, The Bethel Resort & Suites invites you to slow down, roam nature, and indulge in refined rustic comfort.
Trip 2: Let Loose in NOLA
People We Meet on Vacation
Streaming on Netflix
This fun romance follows two besties who spend every summer vacation together (and shocker, they fall in love). Watching them dance the night away in New Orleans will have you ready to book your trip. Check out this clip from our interview with stars Emily Bader and Tom Blythe to see how they’d fare as a travel duo IRL.
Interview with the Vampire
Streaming on Netflix and AMC+
No one lets loose quite like a vampire. This sexy, spooky adaptation of Anne Rice’s NOLA classic is a bloody good time. Plus, the show films almost exclusively in New Orleans, so keep an eye out for familiar places to plan your itinerary.
Together with Inside Hotels
The Riverfront Hotel
The Vibe: Modern Southern charm
The Location: New Orleans, LA
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Set along the Mississippi River and steps from New Orleans' most iconic neighborhoods, The Riverfront Hotel offers a modern retreat infused with the laid-back warmth of the Big Easy. Rooms pair clean, contemporary design with warm Southern touches, many featuring river views that glow at sunset. Explore nearby museums, jazz clubs, and the French Quarter, then return for cocktails and crawfish cakes at Fulton St. Bistro & Bar. With walkable access to NOLA's food, culture, and nightlife, it's a picture-perfect base for soaking in the life of the city.