TopTrips: Hot Summer Getaways

Jen Gold, 05/01/10
Summertime is fast approaching, and with kids out of school and office work slowing to a more relaxed pace, thoughts turn to summer getaways. From nearby waterparks to far flung exotic escapes, now is the perfect time to start planning your next trip, and we've got great ideas for you. Check out these articles below from some of our favorite sites, and let the daydreaming begin!


Summer In Italy – Top Travel Tips
Summer in Italy is a treat pretty much no matter where you end up. But Rough Guides has a roundup of ten things to see and do in Italy in the summertime that could make it just a bit more special. From festivals to beach breaks to off-the-beaten-path ruins, check out these suggestions to get you away from the crowds. Read more>

50 Cool Summer Destinations in 50 States
With the airlines adding high fuel surcharges to the cost of expensive peak-season plane tickets, many Americans are working on a Plan B for their overseas vacations this summer. But remember that those of us in the USA are lucky enough to live in one of the most amazing countries on Earth in terms of varied sights and natural beauty. Read more>

The Summer’s Best Secret: Australia’s Winter
Mark Twain famously said the coldest winter he ever spent was summer in San Francisco. But with summer coming, there might be a good reason to chase winter — down under in Australia.  From celebrating Christmas in July to catching a game of Australia Rules Football, there are so many reasons to check out Oz this summer. Read more>

Top Ten US Water Parks
What better way to cool off from the scorching sun than be immersed in cool, refreshing water?  Tubes, lazy rivers, slides and more give you the chance to feel like a kid again.  Check out this great list of top water parks from HotelsByCity.com and you'll start to feel cool and refreshed in no time! Read more>

For a Summer Travel Bargain, Head to Honduras
The slogan for Honduras' tourism board is "One small country, three big worlds." The price of traveling through Honduras is a steal, and in this small country you can do it all — from diving great reefs to exploring ancient history — in a nation that has roughly the same land area as Tennessee. Read more>

Alaska in the Summertime
Exploring Alaska's parks in the summertime is one of the best ways to see this spectacular state. From some of the world's best salmon fishing in the Yukon River, to sled dog demonstrations in Denali, to the Valley of Ten Thousand Smokes in Katmai, Alaska has something for every nature and adventure lover. Read more>

Summer Courses at Oxford
Anyone who has seen Brideshead, Inspector Morse, or Harry Potter and wished they’d gone to Oxford, gets their chance each summer when The Oxford Experience takes place at Christ Church, one of the most beautiful and prestigious of Oxford colleges. Read more>

 

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