Top 10 Summer Vacation Destinations
Whether you’re choosing a family vacation with children, an adult adventure off the beaten path, or a romantic honeymoon, there are many things to consider. But pleasing everybody involved is the major consideration.
Families with Children Hot Spots
Choosing a family vacation for families with small children may be a little bit easier to accomplish than families with teenagers or families with both small children and teenagers. Many older teens often drop out of the family vacation, officially stating work reasons, although it’s more likely the family vacation sounds too boring for a teen. Besides, who wants to hang out with their parents and siblings— especially younger siblings?
According to the American Society of Travel Agents (ASTA), 2008 Hot Spots for summer survey, cruises are the most popular way for families with teens of all ages to spend time together with something to please everyone. Other favorite destinations included Disney World, Hawaii and Cancun. No doubt these top destinations would do more to entice the teen than another camping or road trip.
Timeshare rentals are also becoming a popular option among couples, as these suites provide perks that standard hotels and resorts just can't compete with. Private balconies, full kitchens, marble bathrooms, jacuzzi tubs and private plunge pools are just a few of the features that draw newlyweds to timeshare resorts in these honeymoon hot spots.
The following destinations are listed in order of popularity with teens:
- Cruise (multi-destinations)
- Orlando (includes Disney World)
- Hawaii
- Cancun
- Mexico
- Caribbean
- Florida
- Punta Cana
- Costa Rica
- Alaska
Warm weather, beaches, and other outdoor activities, with the ability to have time both with other teens and family were the most important considerations to teens.
Off the Beaten Path Hot Spots
If an “off the beaten path” destination can be a “hot spot,” then those looking for this type of vacation should check out this list for the “Top 10 Off the Beaten Path Hot Spots for 2008,” according to roadandtravel.com:
- Lake Atitlán, Guatemala
- Tartu, Estonia
- Irkutsk, Russia
- São Miguel Island, Portugal
- Mérida, Venezuela
- Chitral, Pakistan
- Raiatea, French Polynesia
- Exmouth, Australia
- Valladolid, Mexico
- Sangkhla Buri, Thailand
Honeymoon Hot Spots
According to CNN, the following places are the Top 10 Honeymoon Hot Spots for 2008:
According to the survey, newlyweds are seeking indulgence and personal pampering during their honeymoons. Over-the-top luxury and spa such as the overwater bungalows at the Bora Bora Lagoon Resort in French Polynesia, and The Grand Wailea Resort & Spa in Maui, where couples can indulge in massages, facials and Hawaiian baths, are top choices.
For cheap flights to a selection of the destinations mentioned above, and more, you might want to check out cheapflights.co.uk.
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