3 PLACES TO TRAVEL THIS SEASON Fall in Love With the Scenery!
Fall is the perfect time to plan a scenic vacation. You can find lower prices and fewer crowds at many popular destinations right now. Best of all, the views are incredible. From the changing colors of leaves to sunsets and mountains — a picture-perfect getaway awaits you! Here are three popular destinations to fall in love with this season. 1. ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA Everyone can find something to enjoy in the mountains of the Carolinas. You can drive the Blue Ridge Parkway or hike the Appalachian Trail for breathtaking views of mountains and sunsets. For history fans, get lost at the Biltmore Estate and learn more about the Vanderbilts. If you’re a fan of the nightlife, Asheville is known as Beer City USA, with more than 30 breweries and over 100 local brews. 2. YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, WYOMING The wildlife in Yellowstone is active in the fall, so you’ll get a chance to see bison, elk, and eagles during your stay. You may even observe bears preparing for hibernation. If you love to be outdoors during the
cooler months, then you will love biking, fishing, and hiking here during the fall. However, be aware that some roads will close for the winter in mid-October, so review park information ahead of time for accessibility. 3. SEDONA, ARIZONA It may be too hot to visit Arizona during the summer, but the fall months are perfect because the temperatures drop somewhat. If you love to see trees bursting with colorful leaves, hike the Baldwin Trail and Cookstove Trail. Sycamore, oak, and maple trees will shade you with their colorful canopies. Also, each year, the city holds a Day of the Dead celebration you can attend at the Tlaquepaque Arts & Crafts Village in late October. These are only three of the many breathtaking destinations you can visit this season. For more locations, go to TravelAndLeisure.com/ trip-ideas/fall-vacations/best-fall-vacations. So, what are you waiting for? Book your trip now, and don’t forget to pack a camera to capture the picture-perfect views!
DR. SCOTT HELPS A PATIENT KEEP DOING WHAT HE LOVES DON’T STOP THE MUSIC
Thomas Lee reports always having long eyelashes. But as he got older, they began to obstruct his vision, hanging down over the middle of his eye. His ophthalmologist recommended he see Dr. Scott — a move Thomas remembers as “refreshing because I had no idea that something could be done.” Dr. Scott diagnosed Thomas with ptosis, a condition where the eyelid droops. He also explained that Thomas’ eyelids hadn’t been closing all the way and were drying out his eyes. Dr. Scott then explained he could perform surgery to correct both problems, and the pair agreed to approach treatment on one eye at a time. Instead of being nervous before his procedures, Thomas says, “I was excited by the notion that this is something Dr. Scott does all the time.” Dr. Scott
also made Thomas feel relaxed by keeping him informed. “He explained exactly what he planned to do,” Thomas remembers, “and he was very articulate and knowledgeable about everything. Dr. Scott also had a great personality; you just got the sense that you were in good hands.” After the procedure, Thomas said, “I was expecting pain, but there was none whatsoever.” He is now seeing better and reports being “delighted by the results.” He also notes that he may have lost a wrinkle or two under his eyes, an outcome he calls “a bonus.” Thomas needs excellent vision to read music, which he has been performing all his life. He was a United States Marine Band member and played for six U.S. presidents, beginning with Lyndon B. Johnson and ending with George H.W. Bush.
From there, Thomas became involved in musicians’ unions. He ultimately served as president of the American Federation of Musicians, the largest musicians’ union in the world. Though he is now self-employed, Thomas notes, “My vision is really important in terms of reading contracts and the other documents that come to me. Any small deviation is noticeable immediately.” He’s grateful for Dr. Scott’s efforts in improving his eyesight. Thomas even called Dr. Scott’s office after seeing him named a top doctor of the year by Northern Virginia Magazine. “I told his staff that I understood why he was named one of the top doctors — and that to be a top doctor, you must have a top-notch team,” Thomas remembers. “The entire office should enjoy the designation because it confirms just how good they are and how well they work together.”
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