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Plus, which US cities have the best airports? Advertisement [10best logo]( [Read in Browser]( Whether you're planning to get away or stay put this Labor Day weekend, may it rejuvenate you and be everything you needed. --------------------------------------------------------------- [10 best weekender bags for your next getaway, according to a travel pro]( [10 best weekender bags for your next getaway, according to a travel pro]( As a travel writer, good gear is essential. I've tested everything from travel strollers to pet carriers, but my most useful and favorite type of luggage is a weekender bag. Known for versatility and functionality, a weekender is an evolution — or grown-up, sophisticated version — of the original duffel bag. (PS: The name "duffel" comes from Duffel, Belgium, where sailors used thick fabric to make seabags in the late 17th century.) Today's weekenders are available in various sizes, shapes, and colors. Still, its purpose is essentially the same as its name implies: A weekender bag is meant to hold all your items for a weekend trip, plus it can double as a personal item that fits under the seat on airplanes. Although there are many offerings, here are 10 of the best weekender bags for making quick trips and travel a breeze. [Read More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Vote now: Airports See which airports were nominated this year and help us choose the best by voting for your favorites in eight categories. You can vote once per day, per category until voting closes September 23 at noon ET. The winners will be announced October 2. [Best Airport Bar]( [Best Airport Bar]( [Vote Now]( [Best Airport for Dining]( [Best Airport for Dining]( [Vote Now]( [Best Airport for Shopping]( [Best Airport for Shopping]( [Vote Now]( [Best Airport Grab-And-Go Food]( [Best Airport Grab-And-Go Food]( [Vote Now]( [Best Airport Lounge]( [Best Airport Lounge]( [Vote Now]( [Best Airport Sit-down Restaurant]( [Best Airport Sit-down Restaurant]( [Vote Now]( [Best Large Airport]( [Best Large Airport]( [Vote Now]( [Best Small Airport]( [Best Small Airport]( [Vote Now]( --------------------------------------------------------------- [Get out of the city: 10 easy weekend getaways from NYC by car, bus, plane, or train]( [10 easy weekend getaways from NYC by car, bus, plane, or train]( Some weekend getaways from NYC can be as simple as taking a Metro-North train up through The Bronx into neighboring Westchester County to go on hikes, check out historic mansions, and explore picturesque cities and towns along the Hudson River. At the same time, Pennsylvania cities like Reading and York are better suited for a passionate road trip planner who knows what they want to see, do, and eat. And thanks to the Acela Express, cities like New Haven, Connecticut; Providence, Rhode Island; and Wilmington, Delaware, are just as easily reached by train as by car or plane. However you roll, when it's time to get out of the city, you need a plan. These are 10 of our favorite escapes from New York City. [Read More]( [Treat yourself: Try these 11 beauty products for an at-home spa day]( [Treat yourself: Try these 11 beauty products for an at-home spa day]( Are you ready to treat yourself to a spa day at home? A relaxing spa experience doesn’t need to cost hundreds of dollars. Thanks to these new DIY products and at-home treatments, you can enjoy all the benefits of a spa at home. Just turn down the lights, turn up the music, and pamper yourself with these 11 wellness and beauty products to create a luxurious spa experience in your home. [Read More]( --------------------------------------------------------------- Current standings: Best of fall awards [From Oktoberfest to pumpkin patches, where are the best places to celebrate fall?]( We're halfway through the voting period in the Readers' Choice Awards for all things fall. Check out the live leaderboards by clicking the links below and weigh in on your favorites. You can vote once per day, per category until voting closes September 9 at noon ET. The winners will be announced September 18. - [Best Apple Orchard]( - [Best Corn Maze]( - [Best Destination for Fall Foliage]( - [Best Fall Festival]( - [Best Fall Seasonal Beer]( - [Best Oktoberfest]( - [Best Place to Visit for Fall]( - [Best Pumpkin Patch]( Advertisement [10best logo]( Trusted Travel + Lifestyle Advice [visit us on facebook]( [visit us on twitter]( [visit us on instagram]( [Terms of Service](  •  [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( [Privacy Notice](  •  [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy](  •  [Feedback]( Need to unsubscribe? [Click Here](