Panache Mobile in Quebec.
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Quebec The mobile food truck phenomenon has found its way to the remote winelands of Île d'Orléans. Panache Mobile, above, an offshoot of Quebec City's Panache restaurant, has set up its gastronomic wheels on the estate of Sainte-Pétronille Vineyard with a gourmet menu that is bound to tempt even the fussiest foodies. With the St. Lawrence River, Montmorency waterfalls and acres of lush vines in view, this is not your typical grab-and-go dining experience. Linger over lobster hot dogs, organic Charlevoix sausages and Angus beef tartare with truffle vinaigrette, paired with a local Sainte-Pétronille vintage. The farm-to-truck menu also features Louis d'Or cheese and dishes made with vegetables and herbs that are grown not far from the vineyard. Panache mobile is open on weekends only until June 23 and every day from June 24 to Sept. 5. www.saint-antoine.com/en/index.html
Resort yacht racing
Antigua Find your sea legs and get a taste of what it's like to crew a bona-fide, around-the-world ocean racing yacht at Jumby Bay Resort. Guests at the swank private island resort can climb aboard a 40-foot sailboat and take part in a two-hour group regatta. This hands-on nautical outing is not as adrenaline-filled as the America's Cup, and previous racing experience is not mandatory (the yachting pros at local sailing outfitter Ondeck Ocean Racing teach you the ropes). If you'd prefer a more leisurely ride, find a perch on the bow with a glass of champagne and let a professional crew take you on a sunset cruise instead. Participating in the regatta costs $115 (U.S.) a person. The sunset yacht cruise costs $490 (U.S.) for a maximum of six passengers. jumbybayresort.com
Retro-chic seashore
Massachusetts Provincetown's dusty Cape Inn has reopened as the Harbor Hotel, marking its transformation from bland motel to retro-chic crash pad. The extensive gutting and redesign project resulted in 129 bright, modern guestrooms (most have views of the water, and pet-friendly suites are available upon request), a new restaurant and bar, any-weather indoor/outdoor lounge spaces, and a fire pit where guests can while away their evenings sipping cocktails on an Adirondack chair. The real draw, however, is the hotel's coveted Cape Cod location. Grab a bicycle, order a picnic basket and spend the day loafing on nearby beaches or conquering the area's scenic coastal trails. Introductory rates start at $89 (U.S.) a room through June. harborhotelptown.com
A tent on the hotel terrace
Virginia Take the family camping without sleeping in a tent yourself. This summer, Kimpton's Lorien Hotel in Alexandria is pitching tents and rolling out sleeping bags for its younger guests. While the kids are on the terrace, star-gazing, watching camp-themed movies and telling ghost stories (battery-operated lanterns, telescopes and constellation maps are provided), parents can enjoy a grown-up evening in their room with a complimentary bottle of wine. A campfire cookout would be a fire hazard in these surroundings, so room service is equipped to deliver hot dogs and s'mores. The Kids Camp-Out package starts at $500 a night (make sure to book a room with a terrace) and are available until Oct. 30. lorienhotelandspa.com
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