Who doesn't love summer, a time when you can visit somewhere you've never been, or even go to a place you've been over and over, and spend quality time with your family, partner or good friends. Whether it be for a weekend getaway, a week, or two weeks, it's important to make every moment count so you can create everlasting memories. And we have an exciting giveaway* to help you get there in style!
We know you're busy, so we turned to 4 savvy bloggers for suggestions on where to vacation this summer. Their suggestions ranged from traveling local to Sanibel, FL or Beaufort, SC to jetsetting off to Mexico or simply taking a staycation in your hometown. Here's what they had to say.
Paula Schmitt, This Girl Travels
"I love summer. The kids are out of school, the days are long and lazy, the sun is shining and the air is warmer begging for family travel. One of my favorite travel destinations by far is to the beautiful state of Florida, the Sunshine State. From sandy white beaches to vibrant coral reefs, the ocean is always calling. Families can enjoy anything and everything from shell collecting in Sanibel to meeting astronauts at the Kennedy Space Center. And let's not forget theme parks. Florida has some of the biggest and best, including Disney."
Samantha Feuss, Have Sippy Will Travel
"If you are looking for a quiet spot to spend time as a family, but with plenty to see & do, take a gander at Beaufort, South Carolina. This sleepy town is so picturesque that Hollywood has used it as the backdrop for such films as “The Prince Of Tides” and “Forest Gump”, and while there are many lovely cafes, bakeries, chocolateries, coffee shops, and restaurants in the district, you won’t find a Starbucks or a McDonalds in town."
Zippy Sandler, Champagne Living
"I love looking for off-season bargains when traveling. There's nothing like getting luxury accommodations for a fraction of the cost, so my recommendation would be to visit a wonderful all-inclusive resort in Playa del Carmen or Cancun. My favorite is the 5-diamond Grand Velas Riviera Maya. Families can stay in the Ambassador Class with access to the ocean, pools, a kids and teens club, and luxury that you can't find anyplace else. With all of the food, activities,and entertainment included (even alcohol for the adults) it's an easy vacation that allows alone time for mom and dad while the kids play with new friends under watchful eyes."
Melissa Chapman,The Staten Island Family
"I am a TOTAL staycation kind of girl. I love the idea of playing tourist in my backyard - which just so happens to be the greatest city in the world- NYC. And while we live in NYC, we are on Staten Island, which requires a ferry ride or a trip over the bridge to get to the bright lights and big city of Manhattan. So I am always looking for great NYC hotels that will allow us to drive in, park our car and stay overnight, so that we can take in all the sights and sounds without for a solid 24 hours with no distractions. The bonus is when I can bring our dogs along- so I am all about pet friendly accommodations."
And now for the prize!*
We're giving away a luggage set from Heys that's packed with personality!
It's an expandable 22" Spinner & Beauty Case with style galore (it's so easy to spot at baggage claim!)
It features:
TO ENTER, just comment below about your favorite things to do in Summer, and you'll automatically be entered to win!
*This giveaway is open through July1 to USA residents at least 18 years of age. No purchase necessary.
Congratulations to our lucky winner!: HPan210
Who doesn't love summer!
My favorite thing to do in the summer is play on the beach or at the lak wih my husband. It feels like when we first fell in love.
My favorite vacation is to relax on a New Jersey Shore Beach. There is nothing more relaxing the spending a full day in my beach chair with a good book and the peaceful sound of the ocean!! Aaahh
My favorite thing to do in the summer is to hang out with my kids. We go camping and to the lake a lot!
Just love to go to the beach a few times with my iPod and a book.
My favorite summer activity is to pack a lunch and head to the nearest park for a day of looking up at the cloud drifting.
I just enjoy going to camp meetings and being with my family in the summer.
I love to go camping in the mountains to escape the heat of The Arizona valley.
with everyone's busy schedules in our household, it's really great to take a day or two and road trip it somewhere along the SoCal Coast - there's so much to explore and admire - and we can still be home by dinner-ish to make sure everyone is where they're supposed to be the next day!
My favorite thing to do in the summer is to become a complete and total beach bum, swim, sun, read, lounge, eat and oh yeah, enjoy plenty cocktails.
My favorite activity is picking fresh fragrant berries at a local berry farm. Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, bring it on!! I can pick all day if the fridge has the room.
I live for SUMMER!!!!!!!!!!! My family enjoys everything there is to enjoy in SUMMER--from grilling to floating down the river to taking the annual vacation. We love to enjoy a day at the river where we can float, swim, fish, grill, and play volleyball. We love to swim in the family pool and enjoy a nice day of relaxation. It is even nice to just sit out on our deck in the summer and enjoy the sunshine and wildlife while reading a good book. Sometimes, we just load up in the car and take a drive and just stop where our heart desires as there is always something somewhere to enjoy outdoors in the summer time. We always take our annual vacation in the summer and go to my father's house in Indiana. While there, we like to visit the zoo and amusements parks, while also taking the time to stroll through the beautiful parks. We love to end the days there with a family bbq!
I love spending time with my family on the beach, or having a family picnic.
love to sit in the jacuzzi & have some friends.
I love spending a week at the beach. It's the best week of the summer. There's something so peaceful and relaxing about being at the beach. Always try to go to FL each summer.
my favorite thing to do in the Summer is rent a pontoon boat and go to a local spot called Crab Island for the day. I cook good food, bring my blender and make pina coladas and get a great tan!