Top 10 Summer Travel Destinations
Summer is a great time to travel, thanks to warm weather and kids who have off of school. Below are the top 10 summer travel destinations!
#1: Jamaica-
Who does not want to go to the Caribbean during the summer? We recommend hiking up Dunns River Falls or going on a snorkeling tour!
Things to Do:
-Hike up Dunns River Falls– Did you know? In Jamaica, you can walk up a waterfall. Visitors can climb natural rock stairs at Dunn’s River Falls. You can soak in natural pools and enjoy the foamy water. Hiking the falls was not slippery as you might think it would be.
-Relax at the turquoise-colored beaches or go snorkeling
-Enjoy a Pina Colada
–Bamboo Raft Tour– The Martha Brae River is a great place to go rafting! The tour will take you along the river on a 30-foot bamboo raft. Don’t forget to bring some cash because you can purchase a few fresh coconuts from the locals along the way.
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#2: Bermuda-
Bermuda is a unique Caribbean Island due to the huge rocks in the turquoise blue oceans. WOW! We recommend swimming in the pink sand beaches and crystal caves!
Tours to Book:
–Caves at Blue Hole Park and Bermuda Hidden Gems Tour
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#3: Italy-
Italy has delicious local cuisines, from gelato to pasta, and buildings to explore, from the Coliseum to the Roman Forum. The most popular places to visit in Italy are Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, Milan, Lake Como, and the Dolomites.
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#4: Portugal-
Portugal is a dream destination that you will not regret visiting. Visit Lagos for the incredible beaches, as shown in the photo above. The beaches come in all shapes, sizes, and colors because some are crystal-clear blue colors while others are emerald green. Some beaches are calm, and others have greater intensity. You will fall in love with the beaches of Portugal.
Tours to Book:
–Hiking Tour with Dinner and Sunset in Lagos
#5: Banff National Park-
Banff National Park has rocky mountain peaks, turquoise glacial lakes, and a picture-perfect mountain town village. There is a scenic drive throughout the entire park. The MUST-SEE lakes to visit include Moraine Lake, Lake Louise, Bow Lake, and Peyto Lake. Famous hikes in Banff National Park are the Johnston Canyon Trail, Lake Agnes Tea House, and the Big Beehive.
Fun Facts:
- The lakes get their colors from the glaciers that surround them.
- All hiking trails are more than 1,000 miles long.
- There is a castle-shaped mountain in the park.
- Banff has the most beautiful golf courses in the world.
Tours:
#6: Cusco, Peru-
Peru is truly a place where culture is alive and thriving. The Peruvian population has a set of customs, beliefs, and ways of life inherited from the native Incas. The best places to visit in Cusco are Rainbow Mountain, Machu Picchu, Red Valley, Pisac Market Place, Ollantaytambo, Moras, and Moray ruins. Take pictures of the ADORABLE alpacas and adventures so that you will remember your time in PERU forever.
Tours to Book:
–Machu Picchu Tour– Machu Picchu is a 15th-century Inca citadel about 7,970 ft above sea level. You can hike to the Sun Gate for views at 9,000 ft above sea level. PS: It is cheaper to book this tour IN PERSON!
Moras ruins are located in a town in the Sacred Valley of the Incas and are composed of salt ponds. If you fall into one of the 5,000 salt ponds, you will receive 12 years of bad luck. The Moray ruins are terraces used by the Incas to experiment and ensure all land, regardless of the altitude and weather, can be used to farm on.
–Pisac Market and Ollantaytambo Tour–
Ollantaytambo is a town and an Inca Archeological site located 9,160 ft above sea level.
–Rainbow Mountain Tour– Rainbow Mountain is considered a holy site in Peru and is a spectacular multi-colored mountain. The colors are caused by sediment in minerals throughout the area.
–Humantay Lake Tour– The lake is a clear blue color that you will not regret hiking to.
#7: China-
China is the most populous country in the world, home to almost one-fifth of the world’s population at 1.3 billion people. There is so much to explore, from incredible architecture to ancient traditions.
Things to Do:
- Great Wall of China
- Visiting the Yangtze River
- Climbing to Heaven’s Gate at Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain
#8: Australia-
Australia is rich in biodiversity and is one of the least populated continents. Snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef, sailing in the Whitsundays, feeding a rock wallaby, hugging a koala, and taking a selfie with a Quokka should be at the top of your Australia bucket list.
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#9: African Safari-
An African safari experience at Akagera National Park will be one for the books because you will spot incredible wildlife and have a private tour guide. You will see black rhinos, lions, zebras, giraffes, and more! The tour will provide round-trip hotel transfers with WIFI. The tour guide drives you in a wetland off-road vehicle through the safari. Do not forget to bring your camera because the photos you take will last a lifetime. We recommend printing out pictures from all of your trips so that you can reminisce on the memories that you made.
#10: Napa Valley, California-
There is nothing like wine tasting in the world-famous wine-growing region, Napa Valley. You will have an incredible time, from sipping on sweet, sour, red, or white wines to spending quality time with your loved ones. The best part of your trip will be learning how wine is fermented and made. The scenery throughout Napa Valley is so beautiful.
Fun Facts:
- Did you know? There are more than 420 physical wineries and 815 different wine brands in Napa Valley.
- The railroad was established in 1849.
- The napa industry represents $50 billion to the American economy.
- Napa Valley has a dry Mediterranean climate.
- 95% of Napa Valley Vintner member wineries are family owned.
- Napa Valley produces 4% of California wine and .04% of the world’s total wine.
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