An average of 60 million Americans travel for the 4th of July, according to the AAA, and while some prefer celebrations in the U.S. complete with patriotic parades and fireworks, more people are opting for vacations abroad. “We’re seeing clients capitalize on 4th of July falling on a Thursday this year, which offers more time for immersion wherever they are going,” explains Tom Marchant, co-founder of luxury travel company, Black Tomato.
Unsurprisingly, many of Marchant’s clients are choosing to immerse themselves in Italy, which is shaping up to be the hottest ticket across key travel companies including Virtuoso, Indagare, and Scott Dunn. Cruising Lake Como on a vintage Riva? Seeing ancient Rome from Bulgari’s chic new rooftop bar? Dining al fresco along the rainbow-hued Amalfi Coast? La dolce vita glamor is in abundance in Italy, and an endless variety of adventures are possible, from the shores of Sicily to the charming canals of Venice.
Paris is, of course, also having a moment with the Olympics (and Vogue World ahead of the opening), and travelers are adding on accessible side trips, from Versailles, just forty minutes away, to Provence and the French Riviera in the south. “The Mediterranean is always popular over the summer,” says Indagare’s founder, Melissa Biggs Bradley. “The Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ibiza, Santorini, and the French Riviera are all top destinations year after year.”
But the classic American towns that have lured generations of holidaymakers remain a popular option. “Many of our clients are looking for something within driving distance that offers a quintessential taste of summer—lobster rolls, ice cream, beach days with family and friends, watering holes on the water, and charming seaside or mountain towns,” explains Biggs Bradley.
Whether you’re interested in something local, a European excursion, or relaxing in the turquoise waters of the Caribbean, these are the best destinations to experience this 4th of July.
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