In honor of Disney and Pixar’s new movie ‘Elemental,’ here are the cities that are a perfect match for fire, earth, air, and water.
We all look for different things in our vacations : Some travelers love to overcharge up the sun in a beach hot seat , while others opt to spend the day out on a hiking trail or research a new metropolis . Different personality can mean different travel experience , so why not pick your next name and address based on which ingredient you name with ?
InDisney and Pixar ’s approaching movieElemental , in theaters June 16 , all of the element – fervidness , ground , air travel , and water — dwell in concord in Element City , each contributing their own unparalleled gifts and personalities to the urban center . That all changes when a fiery young charwoman make Ember meets Wade , a go - with - the - flow H2O constituent . ( Other significant eccentric let in an earthly concern constituent name Clod and an air travel constituent make Gale . ) When they realize how much they ( and the other elements ) have in common , their unlikely kinship starts to alter how they think about the creation they live in . Though we sadly ca n’t visit Element City , here ’s the IRL metropolis to visit based on which chemical element you most identify with — whether you ’re an Ember , Wade , Gale , or Clod .
Earth: Boulder, Colorado
locate amid the foothill of the Rocky Mountains , Boulder offer no deficit of outside activity for those who finger closely aligned with the world element ( like oaf fromElemental ) . For hikers , we recommendFlagstaff Mountain , which offers an comfortable two - mile hike that finish with scenic eyeshot of the city , or theFlatirons , slanted rock ‘n’ roll formations that make up one of Boulder ’s iconic landmark . Anyone looking for a less - intensive slip can picnic in the grassy lawn below the Flatirons ( in Chautauqua Park ) or along the 31 - mile - retentive Boulder Creek . For intellectual nourishment and drink after your outside sashay , visit business district Boulder’sPearl Street , which has four block of options including aParisian - style brasserieanda popular tavernwith rooftop sight of the metropolis .
Air: Chicago, Illinois
LikeElemental ’s Gale , air travel and malarky element are always on the move , and the Windy City offers an array of activeness for those who like to keep their holiday agendas pack from morning to evening . The Lake Michigan shoreline provide scenic sandy beach and running path , as well as the attraction ofNavy Pier . In the metropolis itself , you may see alive music and unique sculptures at Millennium Park , or walk down the Magnificent Mile and do some shopping . Air buff may also enjoy aboat cruiseon the Chicago River , including one option that focuses on the architectural history of the Windy City . And of course , while in Chicago you ca n’t forget to prove some mysterious - dish pizza pie — here ’s a list of Thrillist ’s recs for where to notice the good in the city .
Fire: Miami, Florida
Fire elements who plug into withEmber fromElementalmay just want to strike the beach and soak up some vitamin viosterol in Miami ( altogether valid ) , but the city has even more to offer . The neighborhood ofCoconut Grovehas an eclectic regalia of thrift stock and trendy restaurants to pop into , andWynwoodand the Design District have a slew of unique murals , street art , and public art installations to stroll through . ( And even though you ’re a blast element , make trusted you wear your sunscreen while in Miami ! ) After the sun goes down , the city has eternal options for dining and eventide activity — essay aThrillist - advocate Modern eating house , take in street performing artist onLincoln Road , or dance to exist music inLittle Havana .
Water: Seattle, Washington
Water lover likeElemental ’s Wade will feel the right way at home in Seattle , which is surround by bodies including Puget Sound , Elliot Bay , and Lake Washington . Tourists can take in a variety ofwater activities , like a sunset sauceboat tour of Puget Sound , a day - long gravy holder trip up to Victoria , Canada , or a giant - watching tour . On realm , head to the nearby hatful to go ski in the wintertime , go onwildflower hikesin the Columbia River Gorge during the summer , or explore Seattle ’s live music andindie bookstorescene . There are also countlessplaces to seize a delicious bitein the city ( especially if you ’re lookingfor seafood ) , but the city is probably best known for its coffee : Grab a cup ata local cafébefore you channelise out on your day .
SeeDisney and Pixar’sElemental , in dramatics June 16 . Get your ticketsnow , and keep an eye on the preview below .
Design: Rebecca Hoskins. Photos: Shutterstock, Unsplash, Disney and Pixar.
Design: Rebecca Hoskins. Photos: Courtesy of Disney and Pixar.
Design: Rebecca Hoskins. Photos: Courtesy of Disney and Pixar.
Design: Rebecca Hoskins. Photos: Courtesy of Disney and Pixar.
Design: Rebecca Hoskins. Photos: Courtesy of Disney and Pixar.