Have you heard the news? The economy stinks. I know, you're shocked (shocked!). But despite what some reports would have you believe, people are still traveling. Maybe not at the same rates or with the same budget as in past years, but they're still going. After all, what would summer be without vacation? Like a day without sunshine? Or like a gnome without a garden?
Travelocity has just released a list of ten summer hotspots for 2009. Think of it as a "most improved," rather than a "most popular" list. These ten domestic destinations are seeing a rise in popularity despite one-third of travelers cutting back on their summer vacation budgets. Good news in tourism alert! The local economies of these destinations should benefit from their improved rankings.
Travelocity's 10 Summer Hotspots:
Minneapolis / St. Paul
Salt Lake City
San Francisco
Las Vegas
Seattle
Chicago
Washington, D.C.
Portland (OR)
San Diego
Boston
Comments
May 12, 2009
Woah, check that out! Who would have thought Salt Lake would make the list! (Awesome outdoorsy stuff, people, you should seriously google "Southern Utah Red Rock" pics and then rearrange all your travel plans to make a stop here.)
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May 12, 2009
Wow! I've actually only visited five of these places, but the other five were already high on my to-see list. Looks like I've got some summer weekends to plan...
May 13, 2009
San Diego is definitely a top spot because of it's amazing weather, the Zoo, Seaworld, Legoland! Did I mention the beach and the fun nightlife downtown? It's got everything you need in a vacation. I'm surprised that Minneapolis is on there! I'll have to look into it and maybe plan my next trip :)
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May 22, 2009
What about Miami, I'm going this summer and I have not been for at least 10 years, I heard it's one of the best destinations, next time you should include it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bB8bAH0Jea0
Aug 20, 2009
This is my list-
10. Dairy Queen - so I can DQ something different
9. Las Vegas - Cause I still have money
8. Wisconsin Dells - Lots of hot chicks at the water parks
7. Hardee's - For a 1400 calorie Monster Thickburger, large 700 calorie french fries and a large 900 calorie Strawberry shake.
6. Hospital - For heart attack after consumming food described in "7"
5. Hardee's - For a celebratory dinner after leaving the hospital consisting of a 1400 calorie Monster Thickburger, large 700 calorie french fries and a large 900 calorie Strawberry shake.
4. K-Mart - For the semi-annual Martha Stewart's White Sale
3. Denver - To drill hole and see if Denver really is a mile above sea level
2. New York City - To pick up some of that city slicker picante sauce
1. My storage shed in Austin, TX - So I can get my giant 3 foot hot dog and bring it back to Wisconsin.
Sep 06, 2009
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Sep 06, 2009
thought Salt Lake would make the list! (Awesome outdoorsy stuff, people, you should seriously google "Southern Utah Red Rock" pics and then rearrange all your travel plans to make a stop here.)Online High School | Homeschool
Sep 14, 2009
I like the DC area because it is close to the capital. I would like to visit the spy museum and the washington momentum.
Sep 30, 2009
Wow...
your suggestions are really great. I'll definitely check out these places after completion of semester...
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Oct 25, 2009
Las Vegas probably is the best!
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Oct 28, 2009
the other five were already high on my to-see list. Looks like I've got some summer weekends to plan... Laptop Computers
Nov 10, 2009
Your suggestions are really great. I will definitely check out these places. I would like to visit the spy museum and the Washington momentum first.
Nov 11, 2009
San Diego is definitely a top spot because of it's amazing weather, the Zoo, Seaworld, Legoland! Did I mention the beach and the fun nightlife downtown? It's got everything you need in a vacation. I'm surprised that Minneapolis is on there! I'll have to look into it and maybe plan my next trip :)
Nov 17, 2009
I would like to visit the spy museum and the Washington momentum first.
Nov 20, 2009
I love San Diego! Legoland is the best!
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Nov 21, 2009
I want to go to Miami
Dec 03, 2009
I never would have known that Chicago was a summer hotspot, I thought it was nicknamed the "Windy City"! :)
If you're looking for a summer hotspot in Europe Malaga is well worth a look. It's an ancient port set against the azure backdrop of the Mediterranean sea. Beach life, has made it one of the most popular destinations on Spain's Costa Del Sol.
Dec 08, 2009
What about Hawaii, well they have nice beaches.
Dec 10, 2009
Thai beach (c) Rex strength of the euro keeps us from some of our most popular destinations this summer. Prague, Cork and Paphos all suffered large declines in the British book summer break - so what new "hot spots" should be eliminated under the slack?
Feb 07, 2010
These ten domestic destinations are seeing a rise in popularity despite one-third of travelers cutting back on their summer vacation budgets.
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Feb 10, 2010
I love that someone commenting didn't omit Wisconsin Dells as a great vacation hot spot. And yes we do have a great share of beautiful women in the Dells. Florida we're coming for ya. LOL.