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Summer Break

Look forward to a getaway this summer

Let a travel designer plan your private adventure:

Ready for the ultimate family summer adventure?

Summer is just around the corner, and it’s time to get a trip on the calendar to bring your family closer together.

Whether you’re thinking June, July, or August, we can help you find the perfect destination to fit your family’s schedule.

Our custom itineraries cater to kids of all ages and interests, as well as multi-generational getaways and vacations with close friends.

How It Works:

1. Book a call with one of our expert travel designers.
2. We’ll create a personalized itinerary that meets your family’s needs,
3. and handle all the details so you can relax and enjoy your trip.

“Elevate Destinations is responsive, communicative, and thoughtful. The itinerary was designed beautifully, allowing us to enter a new country with a thorough introduction then complemented with unique and tailored experiences. All accompanying services and arrangements were orchestrated with amazing accuracy. The trip was immersive and pushed our limits, which really enabled a shared family experience.”

The Keenan Family
Norway

Custom-Designed Trips
  • Private and personalized trips
  • Flexible dates
  • We specialize in working with families.
  • Customized to your interests.
  • Authentic experiences.
Personal Attention
  • We take care of you before, during, and after your trip.
  • No family too complicated.
  • Experts at handling special requests and dietary restrictions.
  • 24/7 support while you travel.
Social Responsibility
  • Every trip supports conservation and local communities.
  • We select the most sustainable lodges and properties available.
  • Gold Winner: 2016 Responsible Tourism Awards.
  • Pioneer in sustainable travel.

Botswana

Summer 2025 is a great time to visit Africa’s premier safari camps and locations. The Okavango Delta is perfect for pairing with a stop in South Africa or Victoria Falls.

Suggested trip: Botswana: Ultimate Adventure

Costa Rica

Enjoy a green season trip to Costa Rica. Volunteer with our favorite wildlife rescue where monkeys, parrots, and sloths recover before returning to the wild. Visit remote beaches, snorkel, and look out for whales!

Suggested trip: Costa Rica: Luxury Eco-Adventure

Ecuador

Enjoy the vibrant streets of Quito, and head for the hills to go off-grid in Ecuador near the heart of Cotopaxi National Park and the highlands of the Andes. Families can enjoy an immersive, eco-conscious adventure and quality time together to unplug from phones and media.

Suggested trip: Ecuador: Family Digital Detox Adventure

Greenland

Experience the midnight sun, and check out our Elevate Exceptional itinerary for this emerging destination.

Suggested trip: Greenland: An Elevate Exceptional Adventure

India

Experience the rich history and heritage of India. Summer offers lush greenery and a slower pace of travel.

Suggested trip: India: Peaks, Deserts, and Monasteries

Norway

Summer in Norway is a stunning time of year. Enjoy endless days, abundant waterfalls from the snowmelt, and lush scenery. Hiking and kayaking will allow you to immerse fully in this extraordinary and panoramic natural world.

Suggested trip: Norway: Family Adventure

Peru

May – September are the best weather months for northern Peru, the Andes, and Arequipa/Colca Canyon regions, making Peru a perfect destination for family travel over summer in the US.

Suggested trip: Peru: Active Adventure

Portugal and Azores

The Azores can be reached by direct flight from Boston in just over 5 hours. The islands offer pristine nature experiences — including whale watching and swimming with dolphins! Portugal is perfect for a summer family trip. Visit gorgeous seaside towns, and indulge in fantastic paella!

Suggested trips: Azores: Active Adventure, Portugal: Family Adventure

Spain

Barcelona with its vibrant culture, Costa Brava with its enchanting villages and wild coastline as well as the cities of Valencia and Seville bring a burst of history, food and culture. If you need some down time at the beach, head to Mallorca or Menorca just a one hour-flight from Valencia.

Suggested trip: Mallorca and Menorca Island-Hopping Adventure

Rwanda

Now is the time to book your gorilla trek! Start your journey in Kigali — experience the art, culture, and innovative organizations of this vibrant city. Continue on to the stunning scenery of Virunga National Park, and visit one of earth’s most incredible gorilla populations.

Suggested trip: Social Innovation, Gorillas, and Wildlife

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