• Pack a few familiar comforts. Charlie never travels without a half-dozen of his favorite squeaky toys. A cozy bed, treats ...

For a more manicured natural experience, the Piccadilly Park and Garden is a pocket-sized oasis in the heart of downtown, perfect for a moment of quiet contemplation between shopping expeditions.

In search of small-town stories, many Americans are "townsizing"—heading to quaint rural areas for vacations and even ...