Every year, Travel and Leisure polls its readers for their take on the most happening cities across America based on a range of criteria, from culture and cuisine to activities and entertainment. While T+L’s most recent World’s Best Awards includes urban getaways from coast to coast (we’re talking Hawaii to New York), eight of the top 15 US cities on the list are Southern hot spots where incredible food, lively music, innovative cocktails and a celebratory atmosphere stand out as top selling points.
So what does this mean for you? Jet to any one of these awesome locales for an unforgettable bachelor or bachelorette party or a crazy-fun mini-moon, no passport required.
1. Charleston, South Carolina
2. Santa Fe, New Mexico
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3. Savannah, Georgia
4. New Orleans, Louisiana
5. Nashville, Tennessee
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6. Honolulu, Hawaii
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7. New York City, New York
8. Austin, Texas
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9. Asheville, North Carolina
10. San Antonio, Texas
11. San Francisco, California
12. Chicago, Illinois
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13. Williamsburg, Virginia
14. Boston, Massachusetts
15. Portland, Oregon
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