Of all the paths you take in life, make sure a few of them are dirt.” ~John Muir
Summertime is all about being outside and enjoying the sunshine (fully slathered in sunscreen, of course) We still have another week of school here in coastal Virginia, but the moment my daughter gets home she’s out in the yard. This week I’ve gathered my top 5 choices for enjoying the outdoors as you vacation this summer.
National parks – with nearly 60 National parks in the US the choices are very diverse. While the in park accommodations in places like Yosemite, the Grand Canyon or Yellowstone book out about a year in advance, there are still some options close to park entrances if your dates are flexible.
Galapagos – Can’t you just picture your kids exploring the diversity that only the Galapagos can provide? From Blue-footed boobies to the land iguanas you’ll see wildlife here seldom seen outside of zoos. The experiences you have here will be remembered by all for years to come.
Alaska – Imagine the looks on your kids faces when you ride in a helicopter and land on a glacier where your family can get out and walk around to see the unique features? Not into helicopters? Perhaps a paddling a kayak through the sound in search of whales is more your speed? Whatever you choose, Alaska’s great outdoors has something to offer every family and there’s no better time to visit than during the summer.
Northern Ireland – An afternoon spent hopping the unique stone formations at Giant’s Causeway is like something out of a fairytale. Kids will get lost in the story of the Giant and his battle. Being so far north means that your daylight hours are maximized.
Hawaii – What kid wouldn’t love to spend their summer vacation hiking lush rainforests to discover a hidden waterfall, or learning to surf on the gentle waves in the shadow of Diamond Head? Now, I know you’re all saying, but what about the volcano that’s erupting? While certainly devastating for those in the path of the lava flow, that’s on a very small corner of the Big Island of Hawaii. There are still several islands that are completely unaffected, as is most of the Big Island. There’s plenty to see and do on these islands without visiting the Volcano National Park.
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