It's never too early to start making plans for the next holiday season. Research shows that most many vacationers start searching in January and February to find the perfect spot. Holiday vacations offer a great chance to reconnect with your family, relax at a spa and try new activities. The most popular summer holidays include Memorial Day at the start of the summer season, 4th of July and Labor Day at the end of the summer.

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Sea Island Resort

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Paradisus Palma Real

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The Royal Crescent in Bath

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Divi Flamingo Beach Resort in Bonaire

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Ashford Castle

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Hotel La Perla in the Italian Alps

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Hotel Quintessence on Lake Tremblant

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The Fairmont Royal York in Toronto

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Snake River Lodge and Spa

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Pitcher Inn

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Cambridge Beaches

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Enchantment Resort

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Nikki Beach, St. Barths

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Fairmont Scottsdale Princess

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Rosewood Bermuda

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Acqualina Resort and Residences on The Beach

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The Langham Huntington, Pasadena

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Grantley Hall, North Yorkshire

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Battery Wharf Hotel, Boston Waterfront

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Columbus Monte-Carlo

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Alyeska Resort

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Velaa Private Island

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Harbor View Hotel

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