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Summer vacation guides:

This summer, check out these recommended vacation guides for places all over the United States. They include pre-made itineraries, food ratings, hotel accommodations, and much more to make your summer vacation fun and action packed. The William Bradford Huie Library of Hartselle is proud to offer readers recommendations from our librarians. These books are picked by Sarah Laughmiller, Chrissy Tucker and Alex VanKoughnett. Visit the library to check these out and more.

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“FLORIDA”

Author: Fodor’s Travel

This travel guide from Fodor has all the essential information if you are looking to visit places in Florida this summer. The guide introduces readers to 13 areas of Florida with detailed guides for each location. In addition, this guide also has focused sections on Miami, the Florida Keys, the Everglades and the theme parks, Universal Studios Florida and Walt Disney World Resort. At the back, you will find multiple fold out maps.

“NEW YORK CITY” Author: Lonely Planet

New York City is one of the most visited places in the world. The historic churches, Ground Zero, Times

Square, Broadway and more bring people to NYC. This new guide from Lonely Planet will help you plan a safe and fun-filled vacation. Most importantly, this guide has great information on how to travel to and in NYC post pandemic. The book features a detailed map that will help you get from place to place with ease. Also, the book has what type of scams and dangers to avoid when sightseeing and eating at restaurants.

“BOSTON”

Author: Fodor’s Travel

Fodor’s travel guide to Boston is a great tool in mapping your next great Boston adventure. Whether you’re wanting to take a leisurely stroll through Boston Common, grab a cannoli from Mike’s in North End or walk along the Freedom Trail, this book has it all. Take the train over into Cambridge and tour the prestigious

Harvard or MIT. Maybe even ride up to Salem and see where the famous witch trials took place and see some familiar buildings used in the movie Hocus Pocus. Any history-lover will enjoy being immersed in the foundation of our country. And that starts here in Boston.

“WASHINGTON D.C.”

Author: Fodor’s Travel

Washington D.C., our country’s Capitol, is full of exciting places to explore. There’s something for everyone.

From visiting Mt. Vernon (the home of George and Martha Washington), to walking the National Mall and touring the free museums, there’s something for everyone in D.C. If you’re near the Capitol building and hungry, check out We the Pizza. It’s a great spot to grab a slice and maybe get a glimpse of a government official. If you’re near the White House and National Treasury and want a sweet treat, Astro Doughnuts & Fried Chicken is the place to go. Washington D.C. is where you can see firsthand how our country operates and learn about each branch of government up close.

“THE CAROLINAS AND GEORGIA”

Author: Fodor’s Travel

The Carolinas & Georgia will be home away from home. You’ll find delicious southern cuisine everywhere you go. Beautiful small towns with rich history and full of character are around every corner where gorgeous old homes, cemeteries and civil war sights draw you in. If you’re not a history person, there is biking, hiking, fishing, beaches and more to explore. Whether you’re headed to Raleigh, Charleston or Savannah, this makes for a great weekend getaway, family trip or girls’ trip with friends.

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