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AskAllie: 1 year ago

Where are the best places to go for a summer vacation?

I am looking for some great vacation ideas for a summer trip. I don't want to spend a TON of money, so I want to stay in the US. Hopefully somewhere warm, sunny, and lots of things to do.

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ltothek: 1 year ago

ROADTRIP! Figure out how long you want to be gone, get out a map and pick a route. Then look for some fun destinations on the way. You could make a week of touring wineries, B&Bs and quaint coastal towns, or hit a national park like the Grand Canyon or Yosemite!

DUDERANCH - Go City Slicker style and vacation on a Dude Ranch. http://www.duderanch.org/ Take a few extra days and check out the neighboring area (Montana, Colorado, Arizona) or cleanup at a spa before heading home.

Other ideas are the Chicago (Wrigley Field, Great Lakes!), spicy beach scene in Miama, Austin, and one of my favs (although not too cheap), NYC!

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youngrider: 1 year ago via iPhone

Austin Texas

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anilvtk: 1 year ago

What all are must see in Austin, TX? I know there are many things to see, Im asking "must see".
http://www.helloaustin.com/commons/articles/attraction/?gclid=CM2D7L6UnakCFRDPKgodAH_ktw

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SaraE: 1 year ago via iPhone

Ireland!

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emilypoet25: 1 year ago

I've always wanted to go there!!

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SaraE: 1 year ago via iPhone

I went for a summer a year ago and had the time of my life! You can manage to do it half cheaply for a european trip!

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tabred1: 1 year ago via iPhone

Cedar point is fun!! Or there's yellowstone. Just pick a state you want to visit, there's awesome stuff to do everywhere and you don't have to take out a second mortgage to do it!

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emilypoet25: 1 year ago

Cape Cod (:

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tonifitch: 1 year ago | Last edited at 6:40AM on 6/4/2011

Depends how far you want to travel and what your interest are.
Massachusetts is loaded with history and with fun things too do..Cape Cod and Boston are awesome places. The famous Swan Boat rides The awesome Boston Public Gardens.Hiking trails, the ocean and nice beaches, golfing, hiking, shops, museums for kids . Salem has the House of Seven Gables, cruises around the harbor, The Mayflower in Plymouth, The famous Gloucester Fisherman , where the Perfect Storm movie was made.and my favorite Rockport...a family resort town.
You need only to google different places to obtain ideas for your trip. If you do your homework well, you will have a great vacation.. Enjoy this lovely summer weather)

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lotp: 1 year ago

Florida! I live in Florida and i know. Even though Florida is really hot during the summer, you will have lots of fun. You can go to Kennedy Space Center, Disney World, Universal Studios. Or go to the beach or
the pool. You will have a great time trust me!

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lakenkitty: 1 year ago

but it rains all the time in flordia

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Carlytheknowitall: 1 year ago

I agree it's way to stormy hot and humid

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emeraldisles: 1 year ago

Oh I love going to Cape Cod. There's so much history,the beaches are awesome,the restaurants are great. There are so many things you can do.Go take a ferry to Nantucket, hike the trails etc. If your interested you can visit the Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce website to find out more information.

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BlueeLovee14: 1 year ago | Last edited at 4:00PM on 6/4/2011

Los Angeles, California..!It Gets Hot.. Also There Are Beaches Around Us.. Plus There Are Exciting Places All Around You.., Theres Disneyland, Universal Studios.. Etc.., Well At Least Juss Go To California..

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quani14: 1 year ago

florida its awesome

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Gigi567: 1 year ago

Kneff Lake in Michigan... :) Most relaxing camping ever!

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sophie11: 1 year ago

it matters were you live if you live in somewhere cold and rainy like Oregon go to Arizona, Hawaii, or Florida. If you live somewhere warm and want to go to the snow go to Mt.Hood in Oregon or Chicago it really matters but my favorite place is the Arizona Grand Hotel in Arizona it is so relaxing i also love love love the Bahamas and Hawaii.!!!!!!!

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dolls: 1 year ago

nainital ,uttrakhand...India

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CrystalPascua: 1 year ago

Honolulu, Hawaii !! :) Nothing beats the Hawaiian Sunset <3

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Girl80: 1 year ago

New Hampshire or a Lake

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iwillhelp: 1 year ago

The Bahamas

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cas02wings: 1 year ago

Well I would have to say Hawaii or Cedar point.Those two places are very fun for a vacation

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texassqueaky: 1 year ago

moab utah something for everyone of any age.

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starscreeam: 1 year ago

If you're in to roller coasters and enjoy being on the water, Cedar Point is the place for you! Plus there's so much to do around the Point...Cleveland, with the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame is only about an hour from the Point, and mostly highway driving. The Football Hall of Fame in Canton is a little farther, but worth the trip. The Cleveland Zoo is fantastic, and a day spent at Put-In-Bay on Middle Bass Island (off Port Clinton) is fun. Toft's Ice Cream in Sandusky is a must-stop for some of the biggest, tastiest ice cream cones anywhere! Great little shops and places of interest, plus fishing charters and lake cruises, in Marblehead and Port Clinton, right on the lakeshore...and who knows...you might even see Lemmie, Lake Erie's Loch Ness monster :))

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zkid2o1: 1 year ago | Last edited at 6:33PM on 6/6/2011

THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME!!!!!!!
lol!
NOT KIDDING

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TerryR: 1 year ago

The best Vacation is to set up your tent and camping gear in the back yard and enjoy what you already have and then make day excursions to your local attractions

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jillannhounsell: 1 year ago | Last edited at 7:18PM on 6/6/2011

The BEACH with the beautiful ocean, boardwalk and lots of friends and family. Sea Isle City, New Jer;sey is one of the best -- something for all ages.!!!! Free concerts and movies under the stars. Every night has a special activity. It's just fun, fun, fun....................

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emie142: 1 year ago

DisneyWorld with your family :p

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redhotreb: 1 year ago

San Antonio, Tx - There is a lot of history: Alamo, and other missions.
The Riverwalk is very interesting. then there is Sea World and Fiesta Texas, tons of malls, eating places and hotels.

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manjula: 1 year ago

What about Sri Lanka? Beaches, Spas, Hill country, waterfalls and more...

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hmccartney1969: 1 year ago

The Colorado Mountains--either the Flat tops or Taylor reservoir. You need 4-wheeled drive for the Flat Topps.There are Elk, Deer, Bear, Eagles , all kinds of fishing and many other animals. Taylor Reservoir has great fishing as well as cabins to rent. These are just two of hundreds in Colorado. The one other place I wanted to mention is the 4 corners area near Durango. Hope it helps. Very rugged but very beautiful.. Sorry another a great area is Moab, Utah with Arches Nat. Park. Many hotels around 4 corners and Moab. Hope it helps

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hailzuko: 1 year ago

Utah... all the mountains, land formations, and seeing the great arches and Goblin Valley is a must.

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rollinon2theriver: 1 year ago

Pidgeon Forge Tenn. has a lot of things to do and they even have a camp site to put a camper or RV in for the length of stay you plan. Options are many with entertainment: Mini race cars, panning for gems, Dinosaur museum, Dollywood,,Dixie Stampede, Several Outlet Centers, Country music at several places like Comedy Tonite. and Back to the Oldies and Elvis impersonator. You name it and there are loads of things to do...and of course the views are awesome. Go up the mountain and there is even an amusement park at the top. Too many things to mention besides the fact that Gatlinburg, Tn..is right next door.

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nessdelacruz: 1 year ago

Here in our country I think the best place to stay during summer are Boracay and Tagaytay.

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utpalwainganker: 1 year ago

GOA, India did u ever hear anytime about it. i beat u its a DREAM FOR YOUR HOLIDAYS...

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cvlsid: 1 year ago

universal studios Orlando!

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MandyMayfield: 1 year ago

Gulf Shores, Alabama! To save money stay anywhere from Foley to Fort Morgan. Within 20 minutes you are at the beach without beachfront prices. The public beach is $5.00 to park but you can stay all night. Everything is within walking distance.Waterville is a MUST for kids! $123.00 gets a family of 4 to all it has including rollercoaster & theme park minus the surfing but it is ALL DAY fun! Stop by the visitors station to get coupons for all things! The "Hangout" is a great place to eat & has all kinds of activities for the family like sand mountain to play in, live bands, & bubble machine for the kids to play in! We just got back this week & had a blast & spent under a $1,000 for a 3 bedroom 2 bath condo for a week, gas, eating, & the water park! The gas was almost as much as the condo!

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whoami: 1 year ago

Well from where I live, I took my son on a cartoon vacation. We went to Chester, IL (Home of Popeye), Metropolis, IL (Home of Superman), West Frankfort, IL (Western Town) and to Arcola, IL (Home of Raggedy Ann and Andy) and Arcola has Rock Home Gardens (Amish Country). I am a single mom and had to make the biggest bang for the buck, of course we drove.

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socerpet: 1 year ago | Last edited at 12:19PM on 6/7/2011

Go to Cedar Point!!! Its huge and there is so many fun rides! Plus if your a dare devil, you can try the Top Thrill Dragster or the Millennium Force. We camped at the local KOA and that was really fun too!

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MymoverMoveme: 1 year ago

there is lots of great place in your area. now that the economy is showing some signs of recovery. look to local resorts try www.bloomspot.com also look to beach events and local concert publish in the art, travel event section of your local paper.

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JFF: 1 year ago

The north shore of Lake Superior is the largest body of fresh water in the world. Travel along the shore from Duluth, MN to the Canadian border and experience this lake and the surrounding areas up close. You may never leave. Quaint towns, skilled artisan communities, neat restaurants, the best pie shops, locally caught and smoked fish, fabulous state parks and historic sites. Recreational opportunities abound - bike trails, kayaking trails on the big lake, hiking the national North Country trail, camping, and visiting the Boundary Waters Canoe area. Stay at historic lodges, vacation home/cabin rentals, resorts, or condo/townhouse options. ENJOY!

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garygenetix: 1 year ago

If you like natural scenic attractions both Yellowstone National Parks & the Grand Canyon have something to see.But that depends on what you want to see & where you really want to be.

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dominator1212: 1 year ago

If you love tropical vacations go to Belize. There are thousands of coral reefs, white sandy beaches, and rainforests.

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love25: 1 year ago

the beach and paces that have water like Knott soak city

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Carlytheknowitall: 1 year ago

Valley fair for sure!!! In Minnesota!!!!

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LouisaChan: 1 year ago

Hong Kong, China

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honu22: 1 year ago | Last edited at 11:14PM on 6/8/2011

Tahiti!!!! BeautiFuL white sand beaches & The Clearest H2O!!!
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neiveguy12: 1 year ago | Last edited at 9:36AM on 6/9/2011

either Florida (anywhere near the beach, duh), Pennsylvania (splash lagoon!), or just get a season pass for six flags(/or fantasy island on grand island.)
Oo, oo, oo!!! if you like spicy food BUFFALO is the place to go!!

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neiveguy12: 1 year ago

long island, and lewiston(new york) are nice this time of year.

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loudonclear9: 1 year ago

I love So. Dakota. The history, and beauty are wonderful. There's a Dinosaur Dig Museum, the Black Hills,Mt. Rushmore; close to Little Big Horn and Custer, and also the sacred Mountain to the Indians in northern Wyoming, Devil's Tower. The kids will have a good time.

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merhawi: 1 year ago

come to Ethiopia you will have differ summer

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jec101: 1 year ago

If you have children and even if you don't I would definitely suggest Walt Disney World (all 4 parks) and Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Florida. It is easy to go to both of these resorts in one week and well worth the effort. Also, I suggest Disneyland (both parks-Disneyland and California Adventure which are right across from each other). Both parks are part of Disneyland and are the original Disney parks! In fact my family and I are leaving on the 17th to go to Disneyland again (we went there a couple of years ago). We have also been to WDW and Universal in Florida and California. To me it is the best vacation you can take. We will be driving there and stopping in Las Vegas for a couple of days/nights on the way home. Disney and Universal to me is the best bargain and best memory maker for everyone in your family, no matter their age. Take it all in and let yourself be a kid again! I hope everyone gets to go there at least once in their lives. Magical places!

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kyles123: 1 year ago

Busch Gardens! The one in Virginia is the one I go to. Water country is about 10 minutes away from there also. If you want to take a break from all the rides Williamsburg is AMAZING. Thomas Jeffersons house Montecello is in that area too. Tons of history and excitment. It all depends on what you like to do.

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Hauck: 1 year ago

Charleston SC - or - National Glacier Park Montana

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chris_long: 1 year ago

Wrightsville NC, is great, Montana is great as is Moab Utah, if u'd be into white water rafting..running the rapids is a rush.
San Diego Ca is endless fun
or come and watch the St Louis Rams at mini camp, (if we have one) outside of Milwaukee Wisconsin. LOL (on the mini camp recommendation, not the great state of Wisconsin). the great Sen Paul Ryan hails from the great state of Wisconsin, as does Greta Van Sustren. so the state is not completely over run by far left liberals. more LOL
Chris Long

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leelee123: 1 year ago

Florida its so much fun esspecially disney world there's really fun rides and stuff for kids if u have kids its fun even if u don't have kids its fun for adults

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cupcakelover: 1 year ago

Rapids water park in Florida (it is SO COOL), milander (its ok), Naples Beach (best beach ever!), and other places in Florida.

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mayanime: 1 year ago

Aruba gorgeous water. so clear and warm , California many great popular sites ( Disneyland, Universal Studios, Hollywood, and San Fransisco San Diego , Hawaii great sunset, or Rio great beaches and great sites.

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DomidonaLednicki: 1 year ago

Best place CROATIA , more information www.croatia-tourism.eu

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PhuGazie: 1 year ago

Alaska! There are about 20+ hours of daylight during Alaskan summers and the wildlife are out to play. People are fishing, hiking, and everyone, including locals, are making the most of the long days, which makes it almost feel like your vacation is longer than it is. Camping is an option (though watch for huge mosquitoes) and can be a great retreat for both romantic couples or large families. Hiking and enjoying the great outdoors is an inexpensive way to enjoy your time off. Tours to see glaciers and wildlife (whales, sea lions, etc) can be affordable depending on your selection, from which there are plenty to choose. I had a fantastic time with my boyfriend, and we were only there for a long weekend. A flight to and from California to Alaska was much cheaper than going to Hawaii, South America or Europe.

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