{"id":97171981,"date":"2016-07-01T06:00:45","date_gmt":"2016-07-01T06:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/?p=97171981"},"modified":"2022-06-09T20:55:48","modified_gmt":"2022-06-09T20:55:48","slug":"hit-beach-hang-wildebeests-celebrate-independence-5-spots-cant-miss-july","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/hit-beach-hang-wildebeests-celebrate-independence-5-spots-cant-miss-july\/","title":{"rendered":"Need A Quick Summer Vacay? Check Out These Scenic Spots in July!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Happy July, folks! You know what July means \u2014 we&#8217;re officially in mid-summer territory. We\u2019re out of that murky, gray area between spring and summer, a period often punctuated by randomly cool days and too much rain. And we\u2019re now in the prime of beautiful weather, at least up here in the Northern hemisphere.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re in the U.S., July is the perfect time to kick back, relax, and enjoy a day at the beach \u2014 all without going too far from home. Budget vacationing has never been so easy. Plus, if you\u2019re looking for a slightly more far-flung adventure, it\u2019s an awesome time for that too!<\/p>\n<p>Check out the top places you should be hitting this July \u2014 and start planning your next summer vacation!<\/p>\n<h2>The Jersey Shore<\/h2>\n<div id=\"attachment_97171982\" style=\"width: 1010px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Jersey-Shore.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-97171982\" class=\" wp-image-97171982\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Jersey-Shore.jpg\" alt=\"Jon Bilous \/ Shutterstock\" width=\"1000\" height=\"650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Jersey-Shore.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Jersey-Shore-300x195.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-97171982\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">No, we\u2019re not talking about the infamous reality show that aired on MTV a few years ago. We\u2019re talking about the actual beaches in New Jersey, which are some of the nicest in the country. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">If you\u2019re looking for a party, check out Seaside Heights or Belmar, both of which are known for their club scenes and young crowd. If a classy, relaxing day at the beach is more your style, swing by Cape May or Spring Lake for a gorgeous day lazing by the ocean.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n<p>Want a memorable beach vacation? Hit up Ocean Grove and Asbury Park. These two towns are right next to one another and have a bounty of color and history to keep you entertained. Ocean Grove is a tiny little village of a town, filled to the brim with Victorian mansions and tiny cottages. They&#8217;re all painted in the brightest, happiest colors you can imagine. And Asbury Park? <a href=\"http:\/\/www.stoneponyonline.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Stone Pony<\/a> is where Bruce Springsteen got his start. Plus, the town has an incredible local food and music scene to boot.<\/p>\n<h2>Iceland<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Iceland.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-97171983\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Iceland.jpg\" alt=\"TTstudio \/ Shutterstock\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Iceland.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Iceland-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Want to get a little further from home? Check out Reykjavik, the Nordic capital of Iceland! This tiny little island nation is extremely cool and often overlooked. Therefore, you won\u2019t have too much tourist traffic to compete with when you\u2019re out seeing the sites.\u00a0 Iceland is filled with gorgeous glaciers, dramatic waterfalls, hot springs, and picturesque lagoons. Plus, it&#8217;s a super short flight from the American East Coast. Additionally, Iceland is famous for being filled with tiny little ponies. You know you want to snuggle with one!<\/p>\n<p>If you like to hike, camp, or generally enjoy the great outdoors, Iceland is the place for you. In July, the national parks are open, the days are extremely long and sunny (what\u2019s up, midnight sun!), and the scenery is ridiculously gorgeous. Also, they have insanely good hot dogs there. Who knew?<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/7-amazing-fourth-of-july-getaways\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seven Amazing Fourth of July Getaways That&#8217;ll Make Your Long Weekend Awesome!<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Kenya<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Kenya.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-97171984\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Kenya.jpg\" alt=\"Oleg Znamenskiy \/ Shutterstock\" width=\"1000\" height=\"669\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Kenya.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Kenya-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Kenya-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Kenya-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Is Iceland not quite exotic enough for you? Never fear. Kenya is calling your name. It\u2019s dry season over in this East African nation, and that means a few fabulous things. No rain translates to fewer mosquitoes, which is always a plus. And of course, it\u2019s far less likely to rain on your parade \u2014 erm, safari \u2014 than it is any other time of the year. Score!<\/p>\n<p>More importantly, the lack of rain causes the foliage to dry up. This creates optimal viewing conditions for wildlife while you\u2019re on safari. There\u2019s less bush for them to hide in, and more water holes for them to congregate around. Awesome! But the real reason to visit Kenya in July is the wildebeest migration. Each year, these majestic creatures move from Tanzania up into Kenya. They travel in breathtaking herds; you definitely don\u2019t want to miss it!<\/p>\n<h2>Paris, France<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Paris1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-97171985\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Paris1.jpg\" alt=\"Bikeworldtravel \/ Shutterstock\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Paris1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Paris1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Paris1-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Paris1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>July in France is absolutely beautiful. The sun is shining, and the days are super long. We don\u2019t quite get a midnight sun over here, but almost! The air is warm and pleasant. Plus, the city is still open! French workers haven\u2019t gone on their en masse holiday yet \u2014 a phenomenon that happens every August. Therefore, all the shops and attractions will definitely be open.<\/p>\n<p>But the best part of Paris in July? Bastille Day! The French Independence Day is complete with fireworks, parades, and festivals galore. So snuggle up to your travel buddy and enjoy the show. If you\u2019ve ever dreamed of a Parisian vacation, now\u2019s the time to go. <em>Au revoir! <\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Washington, DC<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/DC.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-97171986\" src=\"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/DC.jpg\" alt=\"gary718 \/ Shutterstock\" width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/DC.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/DC-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/DC-80x60.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Speaking of Independence Day, we didn\u2019t forget about the 4<sup>th<\/sup> of July, and neither should you. There are tons of cool places to take <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/deals\/independence-day-travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Independence Day flights<\/a> to and celebrate our nation\u2019s anniversary. And there&#8217;s no better place to celebrate America&#8217;s founding than in Washington, D.C. By day, you can check out the actual Declaration of Independence (history buffs, get excited)! You can visit monuments galore, and even take a tour of the White House. By night, you can watch a gorgeous fireworks display go off over the National Mall. Awesome!<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Where are you headed this July? Let us know in the comments!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Happy July, folks! You know what July means \u2014 we&#8217;re officially in mid-summer territory. We\u2019re out of that murky, gray area between spring and summer, a period often punctuated by randomly cool days and too much rain. And we\u2019re now in the prime of beautiful weather, at least up here in the Northern hemisphere. 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