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Summer is officially here. Longer days and warmer temps mean outdoor recreating season is in full swing! Some things just scream summer.
Most Popular Summer Activities
What is the one activity that defines summer for you? There are so many fun ones to choose — swimming, camping, hiking, grilling, biking, concerts, and more!
Did you know that Kansas is the only state whose favorite summer activity is gardening? Check out Top Nutrition Coaching’s list of the 50 states’ most popular summer activities to find out what tops the chart in your state.
Dog Days of Summer
The period from July 3 to August 11 is usually the hottest time of year and is often called the “dog days of summer.” This phrase can be traced back to the days of the Roman Empire, when it described the 20 days prior to and 20 days after the star Sirius rises and falls in conjunction with the sun. Sirius was known as the “dog star” and is the brightest star visible from Earth in the constellation Canis Major (“large dog”). For the full history of Sirius and the origin of this phrase, check out EarthSky’s “Dog Days of Summer: Hottest in July and August.”
Favorite Types of Vacation
What is your vacation of choice? Are you a beach bum, city slicker, hardcore hiker, or road-trip warrior? In U.S. News’ annual report, you can find the “Best Summer Vacations in the USA for 2024.” We have tours in 10 of the top 21 destinations — impressive! 😉
No matter your preferred type of trip, we have you covered. Make sure to check out all of our tours, and if you are planning a road trip, try our itinerary-planning feature to discover TravelStorys tours along your route. Here’s how:
1. Open the TravelStorys app and click on the map icon at the bottom of the screen.
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