Can you believe it’s already mid-July? Summer is flying by!
Here in Virginia, our kids go back to school on Aug. 8 (what?!?). That doesn’t leave much time left for a family vacation for us, but if you’re still up for a getaway with the kiddos, we’ve compiled a few inspiring ideas.
If you’re flying to your destination, be sure and book airport parking early. Links to coupons follow below!
Visit a National Park
Andie and her family visited California's Yosemite National Park in July 2014 — amazing! See Half Dome in the background?
The National Park Service turns 100 this year and there are a TON of exciting events and activities planned at the more than 412 units that make up the NPS.
Family is the focus so find a park near you and get exploring!
Head to the City
There’s never a shortage of things to do when you take the kids to New York, San Francisco, Atlanta, Boston or any major metro area.
Budget travelers should definitely look into companies like CityPass or Go City Card, which bundle prepaid admission to a city’s top attractions into one ticket booklet. The passes often save half or more on what it would cost to purchase the same admissions separately at museums, iconic spots, monuments, aquariums and more.
Bonus tip: Groupon is a great place to save even more on these passes, as well as similar local offerings so check the coupons at your destination city before purchasing.
Airport Parking Coupons
July and August are busy travel months so whether you’re flying for pleasure or business you’ll definitely want to book your airport parking early.
Nothing puts a damper on your travel day more than driving around the airport lot searching for a space with your flight time looming. Amiright?
- Get $5 off with code INDEPENDENCE5 at off-site lots with free shuttle service.
- Get 20% off your deposit with code INDEPENDENCE20 at hotels with free airport parking and shuttle service.
These coupons expire July 31, 2016, but are good for travel any time in the future. So even if your trip is a little further down the road, you can go ahead and mark airport parking off your to-do list. Cancellations are free!
Hotels.com Coupon
- Use coupon code SAVENOW at Hotels.com to save an additional 10% off the price of your booking.
This coupon is good at a participating Best Price Guarantee hotel when you stay for one or more nights. Book by July 25, 2016, for travel before Oct. 1, 2016.
Happy travels!
Jenn & Andie
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