Destinations: Weekend Travel Special Fast Getaways You'll find endless rewards in just 48 hours of freedom. We've got 50 close-to-home adventures right here.
Quick release: leaving the grind behind near Lake Tahoe. (Andy Anderson)
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SEATTLE: Every try heli-biking? How about paragliding?
WASHINGTON, D.C.: Surrounded by outdoor options that'll satisfy both Democrats and the G.O.P.
City Weekender
For an interactive guide to weekend adventures within range of 50 U.S. cities, log on to Outside Online's City Weekender at www.outsidemag.com/cityweekender
NEW YORK CITY: Rock climb! Paddle whitewater! Witness real life!
BOSTON: Classic scenery and shockingly modern thrills.
LOS ANGELES: Like NoCal, 'cept the water's warmer and days are sunnier.