Woodsy cabins, solar-powered hotels and a lux winery: 10 fall getaways for every type of traveler

Guardian journalism is independent. We earn a commission if you buy something through an affiliate link. Learn more. Our writers’ favorite weekend escapes, including a Colorado inn and, yes, the Hard Rock hotel in Atlantic City I tested 26 packing cubes on 14 trips – here are best ones in the US to travel smarter The four best personal-item backpacks that fit under US airline seats Weekend getaways are not just reserved for the languid months of summer. As the days get shorter, the weather cooler and our schedules fuller, a vacation is perhaps more necessary than ever. Yet planning a trip takes work. The crucial question of where to stay can send you down endless rabbit holes – from combing through reviews to pondering if the cheap Airbnb you found is too good to be true. To save you the headache, we are stepping in as your personal travel agents, asking our contributors to share their favorite accommodations from fall and winter’s past. Below are 10 stays that they would book again in a heartbeat, including woodsy escapes and luxurious spa getaways. Packing for a weekend trip? Read our recommendations for the best road trip upgrades. I visited Boulder, Colorado, for the first time