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As the world reopens, restrictions vanish, and attractions fully reopen—Americans are visiting their favorite destinations despite rising gas costs and increased flight prices.

And according to Google, these destinations are the top-searched destinations in summer 2022 for Americans: 

1. Yellowstone National Park 

Yellowstone National Park was the world’s first national park and is perhaps America’s most splendid. It was the most searched destination among Americans this summer.

Yellowstone National Park stretches over 3,472 square miles—with the highest peak at 11,358 feet. The park is so vast it’s bigger than the states of Delaware and Rhode Island combined. In 2019, over 4 million tourists visited the national park.

Yellowstone National Park is also home to 67 species of mammals, 285 species of birds, 5 species of amphibians, and 16 species of fish. 

Best Things To Do In Yellowstone National Park

• Hike to the Old Faithful Observation Point 
• Visit the Upper Geyser Basin and Geyser Hill
• Marvel at the Fairy Falls 

Opening Times:

Entry Fees:

• Private non-commercial vehicle – $35 (valid for 7 days)
• Motorcycle – $30 (valid for 7 days)
• Single entry – $20 (valid for 7 days)
• Annual pass – $70 (valid for 365 days)

2. The Glacier National Park 

The second most searched destination for Americans in the summer of 2022 is the Glacier National Park. Located within the incredible Rocky Mountains—often referred to as The Rockies—the Glacier National Park spans 1,583 square miles. 

Furthermore, the Glacier National Park is notorious for its incredible hiking trails. Popular trails include the Grinnell Glacier Trail, Avalanche Lake via the Trail of the Cedars, Highline Trail: Logan Pass to Granite Park Chalet, the Hidden Lake Trail, and the Iceberg Lake Trail. 

There are currently—although the number is decreasing—26 glaciers in the Glacier National Park. The largest glacier is the Blackfoot Glacier. However, the 25 other glaciers are stunning. The national park remains incredibly popular; it attracted 3.05 million visitors in 2019. 

Best Things To Do In Glacier National Park 

• Visit Grinnell Glacier 
• Walk around Lake McDonald 
• Drive down Going-to-the-Sun Road

Opening Times:

Entry Fees:

• Private vehicle entrance fee – $35
• Individual entrance fee – $20 
• Motorcycle entrance fee – $30
• Annual pass – $70

3. Disney World 

After two years of COVID-19 restrictions, Disney World is open without restrictions.

Disney had a mask mandate at its theme parks for almost two years. But masks are now optional at Disney World. In addition, travelers don’t need to be fully vaccinated to enter Disney World. 

However, Disney World suggests travelers presenting symptoms of COVID-19—such as fever, chills, fatigue, aches, shortness of breath, and congestion—should not enter the theme park. 

Best Things To Do At Disney World 

• Ride on Space Mountain
• Enjoy views on Thunder Mountain
• Go on the Pirates of the Caribbean indoor cruise

Opening Times:

• Magic Kingdom Park – 9 am to 11 pm
• EPCOT – 8 am to 8 pm
• Disney’s Hollywood Studios – 8.30 am to 9 pm
• Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – 8 am to 8 pm
• Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park – 10 am to 6 pm

Entry Fees:

• 1 Park Per Day Ticket – $109 per ticket
• Park Hopper Option – $169 per ticket
• Park Hopper Plus Option – $194 per ticket

4. Lake Tahoe 

Americans seeking a peaceful summer vacation should look no further than Lake Tahoe. The extensive freshwater lake is within the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The lake is over 2 million years old, and experts have tested the water as 99.994% pure. 

If you’re looking for gorgeous beaches but don’t fancy heading to Florida, California, or Mexico, Lake Tahoe is an excellent spot.

The lake receives around 15 million visitors yearly, making it one of the most popular destinations in the United States. It’s not hard to see why!

Best Things To Do At Lake Tahoe 

• Visit Emerald Bay 
• Hike at South Lake Tahoe 
• Enjoy the Lake Tahoe Boat Cruise 

Opening Times:

• Sand Harbor – open 365 days a year between 7:00 AM and one hour after sunset.
• Spooner Lake – open from sunrise to sunset each day.
• Cave Rock – open from sunrise to sunset each day.

Entry Fees:

• Sand Harbor, Spooner Lake, and Cave Rock – $10.00 for Nevadans and $15.00 for everyone else.

5. Hershey Park

Last but not least, Hershey Park is the 5th most searched destination in the United States in the summer of 2022. Situated in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Hershey Park is a family theme park 95 miles west of Philadelphia. 

In addition, the theme park includes an impressive 121 acres of outdoor activities mixed with green spaces, shady trees, and gorgeous summer sunshine.

The park also has a zoo, museum, 13 roller coasters, 15 water attractions, and 26 children’s rides. 

Best Things To Do At Hershey Park 

• Explore the Hershey Gardens
• Visit Chocolate World
• Ride on Laff Trakk

Opening Times:

• 11 am to 7 pm on weekdays or 11 am to 8 pm on weekends

Entry Fees:

• 1-Day Ticket (Ages 9 – 61) – $56.95
• 1-Day Ticket (Ages 3-8 / 62+) – $54.95
• 2-Day Ticket (Ages 9 – 61) – $49 per day
• 2-Day Ticket Junior & Senior (Ages 3-8 / 62+) – $48 per day

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“New York City” and “affordable” don’t often belong in the same sentence. In a city that cracked down on Airbnbs, hotels have skyrocketed.

According to the New York Times, the average hotel room will run you over $300 per night – a new record. Although, a quick search shows some steals like the Eurostars Wall Street for 79% off in July.

As iconic as the ‘Big Apple’ remains today, tourists far and wide still have NYC in their scope as a premiere getaway for urban adventures ranging from incredible cuisine, world-class museums, and renowned sites in every borough.

Summer is one of the best seasons to explore New York with so many fun things to do outdoors, but the top travel hack revealed by the U.S. Sun will save you boatloads of money.

For less than a cup of coffee, you can visit the city’s top attractions and it’s so much easier than you may think.

Stop Overpaying For Boat Tours

Boat tours serve their purpose, but they’re not all they’re cracked up to be, especially some with outrageous prices.

Perhaps you can luck out by scoring a Groupon for a fun time on the water, but there’s no need to do so.

Much like my hometown of San Diego, where tourists overpay for boat tours to hit the scenic waterways of the San Diego Bay, many are disappointed to find out they could have a similar experience for less than $10 by booking the Coronado Ferry.

Saving potentially hundreds of dollars, it’s the same for NYC. Unless you want a repetitive tour guide who’s given dozens upon dozens of tourists the same spiel, then the NYC Ferry is for you as low as $4.

From Coney Island To The Statue Of Liberty: The Options Are Endless

New York City is home to 5 boroughs, unless you count Jersey City as the unofficial sixth. Any way you slice it, some of the best ways to borough-hop is by boat.

If anything, it sure beats taking the rat-filled subways! Especially since there are power outlets on-board to keep your phone ready for photos, as well as snacks and refreshments – yes, including alcohol!

The city offers daily commuters cheap NYC Ferry rides, but it’s also tourists’ best travel hack here.

Rather than fork over your paycheck for an unnecessary tour of the Statue of Liberty, you can take in the same views and awesome phot-ops aboard the ferry.

Not to mention unmatched views of the illustrious Manhattan skyline as well.

While booking a ticket is surely the most budget-friendly way to experience notoriously expensive New York City, the ferry is not solely the best alternative to Statue of Liberty tours.

Heck, perhaps the ferry’s real shining moment was when U.S. Airways’ Captain ‘Sully’ heroically landed a plane in the Hudson River, with multiple commuter ferries jumping into action.

While seeing planes in the Hudson isn’t typically on the itinerary, there are 7 routes to choose from.

You can easily visit other top attractions like Coney Island or even Rockaway Beach for a break from the hustle and bustle in the City That Never Sleeps.

Unfortunately, those visiting Coney Island won’t get to see champion Joey Chestnut scarf down wieners at Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest on July 4th any longer.

The NYC Ferry’s 7 Routes

These are the 7 routes the NYC Ferry offers:

• Astoria – Western Queens and Roosevelt Island 
• East River – East River to Midtown and the Financial District 
• Soundview – The Bronx and the Upper East Side to Lower Manhattan
• South Brooklyn – South Brooklyn to Midtown and the Financial District 
• St. George – Staten Island to the West Side of Manhattan, in Battery Park and Midtown West 
• Rockaway – Rockaway Beach, Sunset Park, and Lower Manhattan
• Governors Island Shuttle – *Seasonal*

It’s important to know riders can transfer at no charge from any of these routes, including the above Governor’s Island shuttle.

Better yet, travelers can also hop aboard the Staten Island Ferry – a free service offered year-round.

No matter where you go, from Wall Street to Brooklyn to Sunset Park, the NYC Ferry has grown in popularity.

It’s strongly advised to book tickets in advance, which you can do so on the official NYC Ferry App and vending machines.

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When it comes to Europe, it’s almost impossible to pick just one place to visit.

It’s a beautiful, culturally diverse continent where almost every city has its own unique look and feel. 

Europe is also a destination with a reputation for knowing how to get your wallet out of your pocket! 

But visiting Europe doesn’t have to be expensive. You just have to choose the right destination!  

Spending time in London, Paris, or Copenhagen isn’t going to come cheap.  

But according to new research from Omio, the best low-budget destination for travelers in Europe is the beautiful and historic Spanish city of Granada.  

Free Things To See And Do 

One of the main reasons Granada ranked so highly in the Omio report is the abundance of free things to see and do in the city. 

In fact, the report states that there are a whopping 112 free attractions in the city. This includes 10 free-to-enter museums.  

The best of these include The Federico García Lorca Center, which is an arts and culture center hosting regular events and changing exhibits.

The center also includes a permanent exhibit of one of Granada’s most famous sons: The poet Federico Garcia Lorca.  

Close to the Alhambra you will find the Carmen de los Mártires which is a beautiful building with an orchard and European-style garden. A great place to take a moment of calm and relaxation.  

The Outstanding Alhambra

The most significant thing to do in the city is visit the iconic Alhambra: by far the most famous building in Granada.  

The Alhambra is a palace and fortress complex. It is built in Islamic style, and is the best and most well-known example of Islamic architecture not only in Spain but in Western Europe.

There is an entrance fee to see the main palace complex in the Alhambra (with prices starting from 10.60 euros or $11.50 per person) but if you only visit one sight in Granada, this should be it!  

The Palace is famous for its stunning fretwork, perfectly maintained courtyards, and numerous fountains.

But the Nasrid building, which is considered the heart of the complex, is where the royals actually lived and is the most ornate as a result.  

If you want to visit the site without spending a penny, then you can visit The Palace of Charles V, which houses the Alhambra Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts within the Alhambra complex, completely free of charge.  

Incredible Architecture 

The architecture in Granada is so outstanding that it should be considered an attraction in its own right.

Granada was the last city to be reconquered by the Catholic Monarchs in 1492 so many of the buildings here have a distinctive Moorish influence.

In fact, you’ll wonder if you’re in Europe or in North Africa at certain points!  

Be sure to see the Catedral de Granada, even if you only admire the exterior architectural details.

Then go inside the Monasterio de San Jerónimo, which was built in a Renaissance style and is as beautiful on the inside as it is on the outside.  

This was the first Christian monastery to be constructed after the reconquest of the Catholic Monarchs and it exudes a spirit of celebration.  

You will need a ticket to enter, which you can buy in advance and each ticket is priced at 6 euros ($6.50) 

Granada isn’t the most walkable city in Europe. But the good news is that you can get a sightseeing bus tour ticket for just 6 euros ($6.50), meaning that you can hop on and hop off between all the city’s main attractions.

This is one of the most affordable sightseeing buses in Western Europe.  

Granada’s Nightlife 

Finally after all that sightseeing, it’s time to hit the town. Because Granada has a very active (and affordable) nightlife scene. According to Omio, there are a whopping 86 bars and nightclubs in the city where you can buy a beer for just over $2.  

What’s more, there’s no need to fork out for a pricey meal before you hit the bars.

Granada has a long-standing tradition of offering free tapas with each drink ordered, adding to the value of your night out even more!  

In most bars, you won’t have a choice of the tapas you are offered: a small plate will just be brought to your table with your drinks.

Other bars will have a chalkboard on a bar, and you can choose from several options, which often change on a regular basis.  

Some of the best free tapas dishes to try in Granada include calamares (squid), gambas (shrimp), Jambon iberico, or croquettes.  

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