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		<title>10+ Underrated European Summer Vacation Spots to Skip the Crowds</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:23:19 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1920" height="1282" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-in-the-Dolomites.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Summer in the Dolomites" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-in-the-Dolomites.jpg 1920w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-in-the-Dolomites-300x200.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-in-the-Dolomites-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-in-the-Dolomites-768x513.jpg 768w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-in-the-Dolomites-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Summer-in-the-Dolomites-150x100.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" />Summer is one of the most popular times to visit Europe — and for good reason. Long daylight hours, lively cities, alpine scenery, and coastal escapes make it an incredible season to travel. But it’s also when some destinations feel overwhelmingly crowded, expensive, and far removed from the experience travelers are actually looking for. The [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>15 Best Summer Family Vacation Spots in the US</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:36:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1024" height="683" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Lake-Tahoe-unsplash.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Lake Tahoe, California" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Lake-Tahoe-unsplash.jpg 1024w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Lake-Tahoe-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Lake-Tahoe-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" />Ah, summer vacation—the magical season when parents everywhere trade lunchboxes for road maps, and kids turn into snack-demanding adventurers with sunscreen-sticky fingers. If you&#8217;re ready to swap school drop-offs for seaside sunsets (or waterfall hikes, or rollercoaster screams), I&#8217;ve rounded up 15 of the best summer family vacation spots across the U.S. From wild national [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>15 Best Summer Weekend Getaways in the U.S.</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie J.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:11:20 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1000" height="750" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/The-Grand-Hotel-on-Mackinac-Island-unsplash.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/The-Grand-Hotel-on-Mackinac-Island-unsplash.jpg 1000w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/The-Grand-Hotel-on-Mackinac-Island-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/The-Grand-Hotel-on-Mackinac-Island-unsplash-768x576.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Summer is calling—and so is the open road. Whether you’re craving mountain air, coastal breezes, small-town charm, or big flavors, the U.S. has a weekend getaway for every kind of traveler. From the wine valleys of California to the lighthouses of Maine, I’ve rounded up 15 of the best summer weekend destinations that promise just [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>15 Best New England Summer Vacation Spots and Getaways</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie J.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 01 May 2023 08:46:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1000" height="449" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Best-New-England-Summer-Vacation-Spots-and-Getaways.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Best New England Summer Vacation Spots and Getaways" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Best-New-England-Summer-Vacation-Spots-and-Getaways.jpg 1000w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Best-New-England-Summer-Vacation-Spots-and-Getaways-300x135.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Best-New-England-Summer-Vacation-Spots-and-Getaways-768x345.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Planning a summer getaway in New England and looking for all the best destinations? Discover some of the best places to visit in New England during summer. Enjoy the fresh mountain air, relax on the beach, or explore quaint towns, you&#8217;ll find plenty of things to do in New England comes summer. Whether you&#8217;re looking [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>20 Top West Coast Summer Vacation Spots and Getaway Destinations</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie J.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Apr 2023 06:40:23 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1000" height="450" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/West-Coast-Summer-Vacations-and-Getaway-Destinations.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="West Coast Summer Vacations and Getaway Destinations" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/West-Coast-Summer-Vacations-and-Getaway-Destinations.jpg 1000w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/West-Coast-Summer-Vacations-and-Getaway-Destinations-300x135.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/West-Coast-Summer-Vacations-and-Getaway-Destinations-768x346.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />The West Coast of the United States is home to some of the most beautiful and exciting summer vacation spots in the world. From rugged coastlines and sandy beaches to lush forests and towering mountains, this region offers a diverse range of natural beauty and outdoor adventures for all kinds of travelers. Whether you&#8217;re looking [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>25 Top Cheap Summer Vacations for Couples on a Budget</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie J.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 07:55:36 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1000" height="449" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Cheap-Summer-Vacations-for-Couples-on-a-Budget.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Cheap Summer Vacations for Couples on a Budget" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Cheap-Summer-Vacations-for-Couples-on-a-Budget.jpg 1000w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Cheap-Summer-Vacations-for-Couples-on-a-Budget-300x135.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Cheap-Summer-Vacations-for-Couples-on-a-Budget-768x345.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Planning a romantic summer trip on a budget and wondering where to go? From the turquoise water of the Caribbean to the stunning landscapes of the United States to the historic cities of Latin America, you can visit them all without breaking the bank! Discover fun summer destinations close to you &#8211; so you save [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>14 Best Summer Vacations in Texas for Families</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie J.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Mar 2023 13:24:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1000" height="451" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/best-summer-vacations-in-texas-for-families.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Best summer vacations in Texas for families" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/best-summer-vacations-in-texas-for-families.jpg 1000w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/best-summer-vacations-in-texas-for-families-300x135.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/best-summer-vacations-in-texas-for-families-768x346.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Planning a family vacation this summer and looking for the best destinations in Texas? Look no further! Texas is home to a diverse range of family-friendly destinations that offer something for everyone, from outdoor adventures to cultural experiences and everything in between. Whether you&#8217;re seeking a relaxing beach getaway or an exciting theme park adventure, [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Best Midwest Summer Vacation Spots and Getaways</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie J.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 09:52:12 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1000" height="450" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Midwest-summer-vacations.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Midwest summer vacations" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Midwest-summer-vacations.jpg 1000w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Midwest-summer-vacations-300x135.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Midwest-summer-vacations-768x346.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Planning a summer trip and wondering where to go? Discover some of the best vacation spots in the Midwest for a perfect summer getaway. From beach destinations to cities to cross off your bucket list to scenic state parks and everything in between, the Midwest features a plethora of great places to visit during a [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>20 Best East Coast Summer Vacation Spots and Getaways</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie J.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 07:58:31 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1000" height="411" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Best-summer-destinations-on-the-East-Coast.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Best East Coast Vacation spots" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Best-summer-destinations-on-the-East-Coast.jpg 1000w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Best-summer-destinations-on-the-East-Coast-300x123.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Best-summer-destinations-on-the-East-Coast-768x316.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px" />Planning a summer vacation on the East Coast USA and wondering where to go? Discover some of the best places to visit in summer on the East Coast, from beach getaways to mountain towns to fun cities. You&#8217;ll find the perfect summer destination for your next getaway. Whether you&#8217;re traveling with family, friends, your partner, [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Best US National Parks to Visit in Summer</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Julie J.]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 29 May 2021 18:30:47 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<img width="1280" height="576" src="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Arches-best-national-park-to-visit-in-Summer.jpg" class="webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image" alt="Arches - best national park to visit in Summer" style="display: block; margin: auto; margin-bottom: 10px;max-width: 100%;" link_thumbnail="" decoding="async" srcset="https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Arches-best-national-park-to-visit-in-Summer.jpg 1280w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Arches-best-national-park-to-visit-in-Summer-300x135.jpg 300w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Arches-best-national-park-to-visit-in-Summer-1024x461.jpg 1024w, https://juliearoundtheglobe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Arches-best-national-park-to-visit-in-Summer-768x346.jpg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px" />The United States abounds with breathtaking scenery, stunning landscapes, and vibrant wildlife. With hundreds of national and state parks, choosing the best ones for your next trip might be tough. In this travel guide, travel bloggers share their favorite US National Parks to visit in summer as well as useful tips, accommodation recommendations, and the [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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