There’s an old saying, “It’s never too early to start thinking about a three-day weekend.” OK, so that’s not really an old saying, it’s just something I tell myself to keep me going. However, with a three-day weekend just two weeks away, it does seem like an appropriate time to focus on Labor Day getaways.

The folks at Hotwire have put together a list of the most popular Labor Day destinations. Here are the top 5:

1. Chicago, Illinois
2. New York City, New York
3. Atlanta, Georgia
4. St. Louis, Missouri
5. Boston, Massachusetts

Once again, Chicago tops the list, and it’s no surprise really. Here are just a few of the perks the Windy City offers for the holiday weekend:

• fireworks at Navy Pier
• wine tastings and picnics
• Even a bit of Gaelic football.

However, if you’re not into vino or obscure sports, you can still take advantage of the food, shopping, and entertainment Chicago offers all year round.

Other major markets like NY and Atlanta are also high on the list of desired long weekend getaways. Generally, the big cities see a lot of short-term travelers during Labor Day, because there are plenty of hotel rooms to be found and plenty of sites to see in a short period of time. But if you’re eschewing the big city for a more secluded three-day getaway, pass on your trip ideas to us and your fellow travelers. Who knows, your comment could help someone plan the perfect vacation, fall in love, and live happily ever after. Or at least it could just help them get out of town for a few days.