New Report Reveals the Best Summer Destination in Pennsylvania

Planning your Summer Break? Here’s what you should know!

With summer around the corner, vacation plans are underway. AAA’s Jim Garrity provides crucial insights for holiday-goers as they prepare for the travel season.

While many destinations may be on your mind, Pennsylvania is emerging as the top summer spot this year. TravelPulse, a trusted travel guide, recommends Erie, located in Northwestern Pennsylvania, as the go-to place this summer.

Erie’s vibrant events and parks have gained attention, especially its popular Presque Island State Park. This beautiful peninsula, extending into Lake Erie, is a favorite among locals and tourists. Downtown Erie also lights up with numerous summer events, making this hidden gem a true summer haven.

For those planning their summer trip to Erie, be sure to explore other local highlights such as the Erie Zoo, Bicentennial Tower, Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park, and the Erie Maritime Museum.

According to Visit Erie, Erie’s tourism industry is significant, contributing to over $1.2 billion in visitor spending and providing more than 15,000 jobs annually.

Looking to explore beyond Pennsylvania? TravelPulse also recommends New River Gorge in West Virginia as a top summer destination. Known as a mecca for whitewater rafting and floating, it offers some of the coolest ways to beat the summer heat.

For Ohio, the top spot goes to Sandusky, hailed as a “summer dream” by TravelPulse.

So whether you’re thinking about a family vacation or a solo adventure this summer, these destinations pack a punch with their unique offerings.

For more travel news and updates, stay tuned to CBS News.