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Branson is a quiet little Ozark Mountain town in Southwest Missouri, but don’t let that quaint description fool you. Branson is full of fun and entertainment for the whole family. There are plenty of shows, shopping, indoor and outdoor activities, among many other wonderful activities.

Branson Climate

Branson offers a good range of climate, depending on when you plan to visit. The summers are warm, but no too hot, and the winters are comfortably mild.

Season Average Daily High Temperature
Spring 66
Summer 87
Fall 75
Winter 45

Busiest Travel Seasons for Branson

Although there is plenty to do in the winter, the spring, summer, and fall seasons are definitely the busiest times for Branson.

Average Airfare To Springfield, MO (nearest major airport to Branson)

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to Springfield $189.00
San Francisco to Springfield $478.00
New York to Springfield $387.00
LA to Springfield $478.00

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Nashville is known for great music, theatre, ballet, and civil war history. The city is home to several major industries such as publishing, transportation, music writing/production, higher education, and health care. Visitors will feel welcomed by the southern charm of its natives. Many refer to Nashville as “the friendliest city.” Nashville is a family-friendly city with a great night-life for adults. If you are looking for a good old country atmosphere, Nashville is a perfect place to vacation.

Nashville Climate

Nashville has a humid-subtropical-like climate. The summers are typically hot and humid  and the winters are mild. The average yearly rainfall is approximately 48 inches.  During the winter months, Nashville averages about 9 inches of snowfall. If you suffer from allergies, you may want to avoid going to the city during the spring-time as Nashville has been ranked as the 18th worst location for allergy sufferers during this season.

Season Range of Daily High Temperature
Spring 61 – 77
Summer 85 – 89
Fall 59 – 82
Winter 46 – 52

Busiest Travel Seasons for Nashville

The peak tourist season in Nashville is during the summers. Depending on your purpose of visiting Nashville, you may want to plan your trip far in advance or avoid the city during the Country Music Fan Fair in June or during Elvis Week in August due to the inflated hotel costs and difficulty finding a hotel that has rooms available. as hotel prices are el and s are likely to be sold out and  are late winter, spring, and summer. A good time to travel to Nashville is in October when the weather is warm and less humid making outdoor activities more enjoyable.

Average Airfare To Nashville

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to Nashville $290.00
San Francisco to Nashville $345.00
New York to Nashville $240.00
Los Angeles to Nashville $310.00

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South Padre Island is an island located on the Texas Gulf Coast and is known for its watersports as well as being a wild spring break getaway. Whether you are looking to go fishing, watch for dolphins, go horseback riding on the beach, ride a jet ski or boat, or enter a wet t-shirt contest, South Padre Island has what you are looking for.

South Padre Island Climate

South Padre Island has a humid-subtropical-like climate. The city mostly enjoys warm temperatures and plenty of sunshine. However, the spring and summer months are the most humid/rainy times of the year.

Season Range of Daily High Temperature
Spring 75 – 84
Summer 88 – 89
Fall 76 – 87
Winter 67 – 70

Busiest Travel Seasons for South Padre Island

South Padre Island peak tourism seasons are late winter, spring, and summer. If you are looking for a relaxing getaway or family vacation, it is recommended to visit during the summer and late winter. Times of the year you may wish to not visit South Padre Island are during the prime hurricane season in September and during the spring when you are likely to run into spring-breakers.

Average Airfare To South Padre Island

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to S.Padre $350.00
San Francisco to S.Padre $390.00
New York to S.Padre $400.00
Los Angeles to S.Padre $380.00

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Although nature, including the great Rocky Mountains, defines the state of Colorado, Denver brings little sense of urban elegance to the countryside. Denver, the state capital and the biggest city in Colorado, offers many amenities, both indoor and out. You can enjoy the world famous fine dining, the flourishing art/cultural activities, and even enjoy outdoor activities with the Rocky Mountains providing the background. If you are looking for vacation destination with a wide variety of things to do, Denver is your destination.

Denver Climate

Denver has a four season, arid climate. The winters are mild, and the summers are warm, not hot. The best part is that, due to its elevation, it is sunny most of the time (70% of all daylight hours, per the National Weather Service.)

Season Average Daily High Temperature
Spring 62
Summer 87
Fall 68
Winter 47

Busiest Travel Seasons for Denver

Denver is a popular travel destination year round, but the winter time is especially popular. With plenty of skiing resorts withing close proximity to the city, winter time offers the peak tourist population.

Average Airfare To Denver

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to Denver $208.00
Chicago to Denver $228.00
New York to Denver $298.00
LA to Las Denver $198.00

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Myrtle Beach, is a beautiful city off the coast of the North Atlantic Ocean. It is a popular vacation hot spot where visitors enjoy the beautiful beach resorts, shopping, parks, food, and nightclubs. If you are looking to relax on the beach, have a romantic getaway, have a fun-filled family vacation, or party all night,  Myrtle Beach is the place for you. Here are a few things you need to know for a trip to Myrtle Beach.

Myrtle Beach Climate

Myrtle Beach has a humid subtropical climate with cooler winters and hot/humid summers. Because of its warmer climate, it is a great vacation spot all year long.

Season Average High Temperatures (ranges)
Spring 68 – 82
Summer 88 – 91
Fall 69 – 85
Winter 57 – 61

Busiest Travel Seasons for Myrtle Beach

Myrtle Beach is an all-season vacation spot where most vacationers visit in the summer or where “snowbirds” frequent during the winter. There are numerous places to stay in the city so it is unlikely that you will have much difficulty finding something within your price range. The best time to enjoy Myrtle Beach is during the summer as the weather is better for activities such as golfing, enjoying the beach, and outdoor site seeing.

Average Airfare To Myrtle Beach

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to Myrtle Beach $395.00
San Francisco to Myrtle Beach $415.00
New York to Myrtle Beach $175.00
LA to Myrtle Beach $295.00

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Seattle or “The Emerald City” is an environment-friendly innovative city that is known for being the home of many major businesses such as Starbucks, Microsoft, and Nordstrom.  The city is affluent in museums, parks, entertainment, top-rated restaurants, and beaches. Great vacation spots are Seattle waterfront and Pike Place Market areas.  There are plenty of fun and enriching activities for kids and adults to make anyone’s time in Seattle unforgettable.   The following is some must-know information for your trip to Seattle.

Seattle Climate

Seattle’s weather is typically damp or rainy with mild temperatures.  The best times to travel are between June and early September as the weather is sunny and clear.

Season Temperatures (ranges)
Spring 53 – 65
Summer 69 – 75
Fall 52 – 69
Winter 46 – 50

Busiest Travel Seasons for Seattle

While Seattle is a frequently traveled year-round, the busiest travel times are during the summer months.  The most ideal time to vacation to Seattle would be between June and August when the temperature is comfortably warm and the skies are clear.

Average Airfare To Seattle

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Chicago to Seattle $240.00
Atlanta to Seattle $314.00
New York to Seattle $332.00
LA to Seattle $251.00

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Los Angeles is known worldwide for its beautiful weather and for the beautiful celebrities who reside there.

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Los Angeles Climate

Los Angeles has a Mediterranean-like climate. The city enjoys plenty of sunshine throughout the year, with an average of 263 days of sunshine and only 35 days with rainfall per year.

Season Range of Daily High Temperature
Spring 65-69
Summer 72-77
Fall 70-77
Winter 65-66

Busiest Travel Seasons for Los Angeles

Los Angeles tourism peaks from July through early October. It is nearly impossible to find lodging in Los Angeles during this time unless you make reservations well in advance.

If you are looking to avoid large crowds, visit in the spring. The weather will be just as nice as during the busier summer months, but the crowds will be much smaller.

Average Airfare To Los Angeles

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to Los Angeles $380.00
Chicago to Los Angeles $364.00
New York to Los Angeles $250.00
Seattle to Los Angeles $165.00

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Chicago, the third largest city in the United States, is a hot spot rich in cultural, political, entertainment, and sporting history. On top of all that history, Chicago is also a great place to go on vacation. There is plenty to do for everyone, regardless of age. Here are a few things you need to know for a trip to Chicago.

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Chicago Climate

Chicago is a true four season city. The summers are warm and humid, and the winters are very cold, windy, and snowy. The spring and fall are good times for a trip because the weather is mild and not too humid.

Season Average Daily High Temperature
Spring 60
Summer 84
Fall 68
Winter 36

Busiest Travel Seasons for Chicago

Although Chicago is a popular destination year round, the busiest travel seasons are spring and summer. The best time to go would seem to be in the fall when temperatures are at their most comfortable and the crowds have thinned out from the summer.

Average Airfare To Chicago

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to Chicago $138.00
San Francisco to Chicago $308.00
New York to Chicago $188.00
LA to Chicago $338.00

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San Francisco has been a tourist hot spot for many years and will continue for many more years to come. Whether you are looking bask in the liberal culture, tour the grand history of San Francisco, or even enjoy a nice relaxing experience, San Franciso is the place to be.

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San Francisco Climate

San Francisco has mild, dry summers, and mild, wet winters.

Season Range of Daily High Temperature
Spring 61-65
Summer 65-70
Fall 65-70
Winter 55-61

Busiest Travel Seasons for San Francisco

The months of April and October are usually the busiest months of travel, but it is generally a popular travel destination year round. Coincidentally, these months are also the nicest weather months.

Average Airfare To San Francisco

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to San Francisco $228.00
Chicago to San Francisco $248.00
New York to San Francisco $238.00
LA to San Francisco $118.00

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Las Vegas is known throughout the world as an exciting vacation destination. Whether you are looking for a high energy vacation filled with gambling, night life, and amazing shows, or a relaxing vacation consisting of spa treatments, fine dining, and golf, Las Vegas has what you are looking for.

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Las Vegas Climate

Las Vegas has an arid desert climate.

Season Average Daily High Temperature
Spring 78
Summer 103
Fall 81
Winter 60

Busiest Travel Seasons for Las Vegas

Las Vegas is especially busy around Christmas and New Years, but it is a popular travel destination year round. The only relatively less busy times to visit Las Vegas are just after the holidays (January and February) and in the hottest days of Summer (July and August)

Average Airfare To Las Vegas

Prices given are for Round Trip, coach.

Atlanta to Las Vegas $259.00
Chicago to Las Vegas $289.00
New York to Las Vegas $305.00
LA to Las Vegas $119.00

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