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College towns and lakeside destinations are trending for 2027

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According to Vrbo data, in 2027 travelers may be trading beach trips for “heartland hideouts” — college towns, burgeoning foodie cities and lakeside escapes where the local culture makes up for the lack of ocean views.

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    According to Vrbo data, in 2027 travelers may be trading beach trips for “heartland hideouts” — college towns, burgeoning foodie cities and lakeside escapes where the local culture makes up for the lack of ocean views.

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