Plan the perfect Summer trip can take weeks of research, preparation and organization to ensure everything goes off without a hitch. But before you move on to the planning and booking phase, you'll need to decide where to go. There are a seemingly endless amount of interesting options, and while there's nothing wrong with going to the same familiar place over and over again, sometimes you just want to go a little off the beaten path and go somewhere somewhere you've never been before. Whether you're craving a nature getaway with breathtaking views, hiking trails, and secluded lodges, or you're looking for a big city excursion surrounded by trendy restaurants, unique neighborhoods, and great shopping , we have ideas for you.
From he is has National parkshere are 15 underrated summer travel ideas perfect for avoiding crowds while you explore somewhere new.
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Domestic destinations:
Finger Lakes, New York | Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota | Isle Royal National Park, Michigan | Catalina Island, California | San Juan Islands, Washington | Crystal River, Florida
International destinations:
Kosovo | Budapest, Hungary | Copenhagen, Denmark | Buenos Aires, Argentina | Sardinia, Italy | Mauritius | Kyoto, Japan | Bora Bora | Quebec, Canada
Domestic destinations
The lake house on Canandaigua
Finger Lakes, New York
A New York fan favorite, the Finger Lakes of New York are undeniably idyllic. The ideal destination for a summer weekendor a week-long family getaway, this area is home to some of the most beautiful seaside. Dotted with adorable small towns, the 11 long, thin lakes that make up this region are exactly what East Coast summer dreams are made of. Spend your trip exploring nearby national parks; hiking, biking and exploring; and enjoy all that lake life has to offer, from jet skiing to swimming.
