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5 awesome vacation destinations to visit this summer

Students are stuck in school from fall to spring, so summer is arguably the best season to go on vacation. College enrollees might also have a budget restriction because of the high costs of college, so this list will include locations that vary in price. Without further ado, here are some awesome vacation destinations to visit this summer:

Cedar Point (Sandusky, OH)

Cedar Point is definitely a highlight for Ohio-based amusement parks, being a well-known place to go with its unique roller coasters and scenery. Because of its location, Ohio residents won’t need to spend a lot of money buying plane tickets to travel outside of the state. 

Here is a video showing an aerial view of the park, in case you're interested about what Cedar Point’s atmosphere looks like:

Kings Island (Cincinnati, OH)

Kings Island amusement park has similarities to Cedar Point, but offers a more relaxed experience in terms of attractions. There are also plenty of water-themed attractions available, in case you want to cool off on a hot summer day. Kings Island is local to Ohio as well, as it’s located in Cincinnati. It is a perfect choice if you want an amusement park experience without needing to travel out of state.

The roller coasters at Kings Island can prove to be quite thrilling, here is a video showing off a high-speed ride:

Myrtle Beach (Myrtle Beach, SC)

If you have a fear of roller coasters, then you might want something a little more laid-back, like a beach experience. There are many beaches college students can visit, but Myrtle Beach has many tourist destinations on its shoreline. Depending on how many attractions you want to experience, the price point may vary.

If you’re interested in going to Myrtle Beach, then here is a travel guide video detailing all the fun things you do during your stay:

Walt Disney World Resort (Orlando, FL)

Disney World is a classic vacation destination because of its unique layout. It features many different “worlds” with fun rides and Disney characters. Because of the light-hearted theme, Disney World can be a wonderful place to go with kids or family as it has many recognizable characters.

This promotional video shown before can give you some in-depth information about what to expect at the resort, feel free to check it out below:

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