Thankfully, 2021 is looking to be much better than last year. Travel plans are being formulated and anticipated with businesses, travel, and communities opening back up and many adults and kids getting vaccinated.
Whether your family prefers to stay close to home or venture back into the wide world, there are limitless opportunities for entertainment or sightseeing. Here’s a list of vacations and activities to keep you and your loved ones entertained this summer.
1. Cruises
Here’s a big one to start the list. Many people are looking to check off bucket-list destinations this year. What could be better than checking a relaxing cruise off that list? Options are endless when it comes to cruises. Exciting cruises from NYC can take you to the Caribbean for some crystal clear waters and an active nightlife.
Do you prefer a more rugged setting? Try a cruise off the west coast up to Alaska. Either way, cruises not only offer stellar destinations but a ton of entertainment options for every age along the way.
2. Orlando, Florida
Orlando is one of the most exciting cities in the world. Orlando, known as the “Theme Park Capital of the World,” never ceases to astound visitors with its incredible array of activities.
Little ones will adore Disney World, where they can travel through fantastic regions and interact with their favorite Disney characters up close. New attractions like the huge Tron-themed rollercoaster are slated to arrive in time for Disney’s 50th anniversary in October 2021, so expect big changes in 2021.
Swap Cinderella’s Castle for Universal Studios’ Wizarding World of Harry Potter, where you can wander along Diagon Alley, experience Hagrid’s Magical Motorbike Adventure, and witness Hogwarts Castle come to life in a spectacular evening light show.
If amusement parks aren’t your thing, take a look at some of Orlando’s other attractions. Orlando has world-class golf courses, stunning parks, and a strong shopping, dining, and cultural scene in addition to its big-ticket attractions.
3. Park City, Utah
Without Park City, Utah, no list of locations to visit in 2021 would be complete. This destination is a must-see on your 2021 bucket list, with world-class ski resorts, superb food, and a cultural calendar jam-packed with intriguing events.
The ski resorts of Deer Valley and Park City Mountain have merged to form the largest ski resort in the United States, just a short drive from Salt Lake City International Airport. There is plenty of ski-in, ski-out lodging in the area, with convenient access to the ski lifts and resort villages.
Spend your days skiing or snowboarding or exploring historic downtown with its stores, restaurants, pubs, and colorful Old West ambiance. As winter gives way to spring and summer, the region takes on a new radiance marked by a plethora of warm-weather sports, such as zip-lining at Utah Olympic Park, mountain biking, and fly-fishing on the Provo River.
4. Mall of America, Minnesota
Do you miss the amazing shopping you could do pre-pandemic? Well, with most businesses opening back up, now is a great time to get that shopping fix. When shopping and entertainment are called for, there’s no place like the Mall of America.
Mall of America is ready and waiting, offering hundreds of one-of-a-kind summer vacation destinations in a single one-in-a-million location. Enjoy over-the-top entertainment with the family, including 520+ retailers, 50 restaurants, the new M&M’S Mall of America, seven acres of rides at Nickelodeon Universe, SEA LIFE aquarium, and more.
5. Local Attractions
Many cities offer wonderful entertainment and escape from the daily routine for those wishing to stay a little closer to home. Speaking of escapes, get your family or friends together and try an escape room. Most cities offer indoor parks, go-karts, mini-golf, and arcades.
Feel like getting fresh air? Try your local zoo or living history museum. There’s usually a bunch of activities to keep you entertained within a short drive from your home.
2021 is hopefully shaping up to be a much better year, so why not enjoy it? Start planning some trips or activities now to get the most out of the year!
