It's officially summer (if you live anywhere but the Pacific Northwest) and that means it's time to pile the kids in the car or jam your carry-ons in an overhead compartment and get out of town!
Summer vacation has long been a cornerstone of American travel habits. It's usually the one big chance other than the Christmas holidays that families and friends have extended time off together, along with great weather to entice them outdoors.
The American Society of Travel Agents has been keeping track of where families trek to on summer vacation for years. Each year, they put together a survey for their clients and release the top 10 summer travel destinations in the U.S.
This year's top 10 places to go for summer all scream "SUNSHINE!" But in addition to the typical beach hot spots, cities with iconic landmarks and beautiful scenery also ranked high.
So pack up your swimsuit, flip-flops, camera and sunblock and get out and about this summer!
