Summer Vacations

With or without school aged-children, people do most of their traveling over summer. Peak season is just about everywhere, and prices will be higher and crowds somehow more crowded. But you’ll also experience landscapes, communities, and events in ways you can’t any other time of the year, from North Carolina’s balmy Outer Banks to Maine’s summer food festivals. Whether you’re looking to go north to beat the heat, or south to soak up the sun, Travel + Leisure has you covered (metaphorically—you will still need to wear sunscreen) as you plan your perfect summer vacation.

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8 Scenic Weekend Road Trips to Take This Summer

8 Scenic Weekend Road Trips to Take This Summer

From San Diego to the Finger Lakes, these are the best summer weekend road trips. Whether you're looking for a beach getaway or mountain views, we have a road trip for every traveler.
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13 Affordable Family Vacations to Take This Summer

13 Affordable Family Vacations to Take This Summer

Great ideas for family vacations, from laid-back islands to bustling cities to charming small towns.
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Why Alaska is the Perfect Summer Vacation Spot (Video)

Why Alaska is the Perfect Summer Vacation Spot (Video)

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From Fields of Wildflowers to Viking History, You Need to Experience Greenland in the Summer (Video)

From Fields of Wildflowers to Viking History, You Need to Experience Greenland in the Summer (Video)

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The Perfect Weekend Trips From NYC

The Perfect Weekend Trips From NYC

From New Jersey to Rhode Island, these are the best weekend trips from New York City.
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The Best Places to Visit in Florida (Video)

The Best Places to Visit in Florida (Video)

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More Summer Vacations

This Seaside Italian Village Is Lit Up With Thousands of Torches Every Year, and the Photos Are Pure Magic

This Seaside Italian Village Is Lit Up With Thousands of Torches Every Year, and the Photos Are Pure Magic

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Your Thermostat Should Be Set to 82 Degrees Every Night, According to a New Report (Video)

Your Thermostat Should Be Set to 82 Degrees Every Night, According to a New Report (Video)

And 78 degrees during the day.
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These Key West Hotels Offer Waterproof Books You Can Read in the Pool

These Key West Hotels Offer Waterproof Books You Can Read in the Pool

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This 100-ton Sandcastle on Coney Island Is Actually Available to Rent on Booking.com

This 100-ton Sandcastle on Coney Island Is Actually Available to Rent on Booking.com

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These Travel Trends Will Inspire You to Take One More Trip Before Summer Is Over

These Travel Trends Will Inspire You to Take One More Trip Before Summer Is Over

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Forget Friday, Monday Is the Day to Play Hooky — Here's Why (Video)

Forget Friday, Monday Is the Day to Play Hooky — Here's Why (Video)

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Where to Find the Best Swimming Holes in the U.S.

Take a dip in the watering holes nature has carved out.

All Summer Vacations

Start Summer Off Right With a Trip to One of These Surf Destinations

Start Summer Off Right With a Trip to One of These Surf Destinations

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Hate Bug Bites? This Camping Chair With Its Own Personal Mosquito Net Is Here to Save Your Summer

Hate Bug Bites? This Camping Chair With Its Own Personal Mosquito Net Is Here to Save Your Summer

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The Best Bars in the World for a Summer Drink

The Best Bars in the World for a Summer Drink

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This Train Takes You to the Middle of Nowhere to Stargaze — and You Can Spend the Night in a Working Caboose (Video)

This Train Takes You to the Middle of Nowhere to Stargaze — and You Can Spend the Night in a Working Caboose (Video)

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7 Perfect Picnic Baskets to Bring Along for Summer Adventures

7 Perfect Picnic Baskets to Bring Along for Summer Adventures

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There’s Still Time to Save on a Last-minute Summer Getaway — Here Are 10 Hotel Deals

There’s Still Time to Save on a Last-minute Summer Getaway — Here Are 10 Hotel Deals

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The Best Hiking Sandals for Women, According to Frequent Travelers

The Best Hiking Sandals for Women, According to Frequent Travelers

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The Best Ways to Avoid and Treat Mosquito Bites, According to an Expert

The Best Ways to Avoid and Treat Mosquito Bites, According to an Expert

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The 9 Face Sunscreens We’re Packing in Our Beach Bags

The 9 Face Sunscreens We’re Packing in Our Beach Bags

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These 4 Cheap Trips Are Your Excuse to Get Away This Summer (Video)

These 4 Cheap Trips Are Your Excuse to Get Away This Summer (Video)

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This Mermaid Festival in Key West Is the Most Magical Way to Celebrate Summer

This Mermaid Festival in Key West Is the Most Magical Way to Celebrate Summer

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These Hotels Are Going All Out for the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing

These Hotels Are Going All Out for the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing

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Every Year, Puerto Rico Rings in Summer With an All-day Beach Party and Midnight Swim

Every Year, Puerto Rico Rings in Summer With an All-day Beach Party and Midnight Swim

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These Tiny, Car-free Swedish Islands Are Your New Dream Summer Destination

These Tiny, Car-free Swedish Islands Are Your New Dream Summer Destination

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The Best Place for a Last-minute July 4th Trip, Based on Where You Live

The Best Place for a Last-minute July 4th Trip, Based on Where You Live

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Get Ready NYC, Tiny House Glamping Is Coming to Governors Island

Get Ready NYC, Tiny House Glamping Is Coming to Governors Island

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Plan for Flight Delays If You're Traveling to Europe This Summer (Video)

Plan for Flight Delays If You're Traveling to Europe This Summer (Video)

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At This California Mountain You Can Ski on the 4th of July Before Watching the Highest Fireworks Display in the U.S.

At This California Mountain You Can Ski on the 4th of July Before Watching the Highest Fireworks Display in the U.S.

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The 10 Best Places for Celebrating the Fourth of July, According to Yelp (Video)

The 10 Best Places for Celebrating the Fourth of July, According to Yelp (Video)

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You Could Win a Free, Expert-planned 'Vacation Do-over' by Sharing Your Travel Horror Stories

You Could Win a Free, Expert-planned 'Vacation Do-over' by Sharing Your Travel Horror Stories

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How to Make Your Backyard Firefly-friendly

How to Make Your Backyard Firefly-friendly

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12 Summer Destinations That Are Perfect for Couples

12 Summer Destinations That Are Perfect for Couples

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This Strikingly Modern Home in the Hamptons Is the Ultimate Summer Getaway

This Strikingly Modern Home in the Hamptons Is the Ultimate Summer Getaway

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How to Use Instagram Stories to Document Your Travels

How to Use Instagram Stories to Document Your Travels

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One of Bermuda's Tiniest Beaches Is Also One of the Most Beautiful

One of Bermuda's Tiniest Beaches Is Also One of the Most Beautiful

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