10 Amazing Places to Unwind

Americans need a vacation—badly—with fewer than two-thirds of workers using their allotted time last year, reports Forbes. But not everyone's idea of fun is vegging out . Here are top-notch US getaways for those who like active travel:

• Kapalua Resort, Maui, Hawaii: Golf, bird-watching and a marine-life preserves.
• Golden Door Resort, Escondido, California: Feel revived at the nation's top stand-alone spa.
• Walden Country Inn and Stables, Aurora, Ohio: Ride horseback on 32 acres of trails.

• CordeValle, San Martin, California: Sample from the on-site winery and enjoy a Swedish massage.
• White Barn Inn, Kennebunkport, Maine: Light a cozy fire and savor the Atlantic views.
• Canoe Bay, Chetek, Wisconsin: Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired resort offers canoeing, kayaking, hiking and award-winning wines.

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