Crisp, cool weather and brightly colored foliage make fall the perfect time to travel. Whether you head to the mountains to spot the changing leaves or flock to sunny shores to soak up a few more days on the beach before winter sets in, we've rounded up the best fall vacations for every type of traveler. Cooler temperatures and fewer tourists make destinations like New York City and Maui ideal for fall getaways, and outdoor adventures await near Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and Flagstaff, Arizona, where you'll be just a short drive from some of the country's best national parks.
1. Asheville, North Carolina - Nestled in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville has everything you could want in a fall getaway. The quaint downtown area is filled with unique shops, galleries, breweries, and restaurants, and you're almost guaranteed to see some local street performers as you wander around.

2. Jackson Hole, Wyoming - Located near some of the country's best national parks and most popular ski areas, Jackson Hole is a great place to visit year-round, but fall is ideal if you want to avoid some of the crowds and see the colorful mountain foliage. The ski season typically starts at the end of November, so time your trip for early fall to enjoy milder weather without the summer visitors.

3. New York, New York - With the summer heat gone, fall is a perfect time to visit New York City. Explore all the shops, restaurants, and museums the city has to offer, or relax and watch a show on Broadway.

4. The Berkshires, Massachusetts - If you want to escape to rolling hills of stunning fall foliage, head to the Berkshires in western Massachusetts. There are several charming towns to choose from, including Lenox, Stockbridge, and Pittsfield, and at this time of year, you can drive from town to town while enjoying views of the colorful changing leaves.

5. Sonoma, California - Fall is an ideal time to visit California's wine country. Wine lovers will want to tour the area's vineyards and wineries — cloaked in beautiful red, orange, and yellow foliage at this time of year — or take a ride on the open-air Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley. Take a break from the wineries and go for an easy hike on the Bodega Head Trail for sweeping ocean and bay views, and be sure to grab some fresh seafood for lunch.

6. Flagstaff, Arizona - Flagstaff is a nature lover's dream in early fall. This Arizona city is surrounded by national forests, monuments, and parks, so there's plenty to see and explore at this time of year. Learn about Native American history and culture at Wupatki National Monument, where you'll find pueblos that were occupied 900 years ago, and visit the Petrified Forest National Park to see petrified wood and the hills of the Painted Desert. Grand Canyon National Park is just 90 minutes away, so you can easily take a day trip to this incredible national park and enjoy milder weather and fewer crowds compared to the summer months.

7. Burlington, Vermont - Burlington, Vermont, is covered in red, orange, and yellow hues as the leaves change every autumn, making it one of the best fall vacation destinations in the United States. Spend a day picking your own apples at one of the many nearby orchards, visit a pumpkin patch, or take a scenic drive to check out the beautiful foliage. After a day spent exploring, enjoy a local beer or two at one of the craft breweries in town.

8. Telluride, Colorado - You might think of Telluride as a winter ski destination, but this Colorado town is beautiful all year round. Early fall is ideal if you're looking for colorful foliage in a breathtaking mountain setting. Visit in September or early October to take full advantage of the season's offerings. Go for a hike or bike ride, or take in 360-degree views of the mountains and valley from the gondola, which runs until the end of the summer season in mid-October, before pausing until the winter season begins.

9. Maui, Hawaii - Sure, brightly colored fall foliage is nice, but autumn is also the perfect time to head to beachy, tropical destinations. Maui is regularly named among the best islands in the world by Travel + Leisure readers, and once you visit, you'll see why. Here, you can lounge on beautiful beaches, go hiking in a rainforest, or just relax at one of the many stunning resorts on this island.

10. Bermuda - Escape cooler autumn temperatures for sunny Bermuda this fall. Here, the average daily highs reach the low to mid-80s in September and October — perfect weather for relaxing on Bermuda's iconic pink-sand beaches. Plus, from many East Coast travel hubs, it's less than a 3-hour plane ride to this British Overseas Territory that's 600 miles off the coast of North Carolina — from New York City it's just over two hours in the air.