Labor Day always feels likea final summer hurrah: The warm, sunny days are getting shorter and crisp fall air is sneaking in. Thankfully, along weekendcaps off the season, allowing you to book a last-minute getaway.

　　With an extra day,Labor Day weekendis ideal for thatroad tripyou've been discussingall summer, a final trip to an epicwater park before the season ends, or a visit to one of the greatnational parks.

　　Need a little inspiration? We've rounded up some of the bestdestinations for a last-minute Labor Day vacation, fromnatural beauties likeNorth Carolina's Blue Ridge Parkway and thetree-lined hills of Burlington, Vermont, to bustling centers like Dallas, Texas, and New York City. Whatever fits your vibe, these spots will help you bid a gentle farewell to summer.

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