Top Ten: Summer Vacation Destinations

10. Family Reunion: It can be lots of fun, but also a little crazy to spend time with a big group of family. Games, food and songs by the campfire are all ways to connect with relatives who you don't see too often.

9. Amusement and Theme Parks: Do you enjoy rides and acting like a big kid? Head to a Disney park or a Six Flags location.

8. The Big City: Some cities are hot and not as much fun in the summer, but there's still plenty to see and do. Pick a city in a cooler area, like the upper Northwest or the Great Lakes and enjoy the culture.

7. Camping: There are many different places to camp with varying scenery. But most important is to get out in the fresh air and sleep under the stars.

6. National Parks: See some amazing and beautiful landscapes at parks like The Grand Canyon, Yosemite and Yellowstone. Make sure you take a good camera and capture the magic.

5. Cruises: Do you like to see more than one place? Take a cruise and make stops at various ports of call. In the summer, river cruises are popular, as well as Alaskan cruises.

4. The Lake: There are many lakes around New Mexico (though most are man-made). Navajo Lake, Elephant Butte, Cochiti, Heron or even the Blue Hole. Or you could travel out of state to find a refreshing body of water.

3. The Mountains: With cooler temperatures at higher elevations, places like Taos, Red River and Eagle's Nest are popular in the summer, too. If you're headed south, Ruidoso is nice, too.

2. International Travel: Get out of your comfort zone and visit somewhere totally new and different! See the medieval castles of Europe, the ancient artifacts and wonders of Asia, and wherever you go, make sure you sample the food!

1. The Beach: The East Coast and the Gulf Coast are great options if you like warmer water and swimming in the waves. If you're more into surfing, the cooler water of the Pacific might be for you. Nothing beats a good ocean breeze.