The Fourth of July is certainly a summer highlight in the United States. If you’re still trying to decide where to go this year to watch the sky light up as we honor our magnificent country, we have some suggestions for you. Luckily, since Homewood Suites is found all across America, you won’t have a problem finding a place to stay. Here are the top 10 Fourth of July firework shows. Read More >

The following post is by a special guest blogger: Sharlene Earnshaw, Trekaroo’s Blog Editor.

We all know there is something magical about Disneyland. No matter how many times I take a stroll down Main Street, USA or explore New Orleans Square, I still can’t help but feel like a kid again. But come winter, Disney kicks the magic up a notch – the holiday season begins at the Disneyland Resort and the spirit of the season is contagious.

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Heading over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house . . . might have sounded romantic back when sleighs were in, but these days, Thanksgiving travel can be a hassle and a half.

Still determined to make the trek? Follow these Thanksgiving travel tips.

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The busiest travel season in New York is right around the corner, and Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is the event of events to kick it all off. Now in its 86th year, the massive parade sponsored by the equally massive department store chain is a required event for any visiting reveler (like seeing the Statue of Liberty or traversing Central Park). It’s a celebration that draws hundreds of thousands of people, all gathered to watch the grandiose, ornate floats, the perfectly coordinated marching bands and the opulence that comes along with one of the biggest parades in the world.

To handle the load, New York City takes commensurate measures in both accommodation and logistics. Large swaths of the city are closed off to traffic to facilitate the parade, and hotel rooms book early and quickly. Follow these tips to make your visit run smoothly.

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