Your Next Vacation Is Going to Be a Lot More Expensive

Flights, hotel stays, and car rentals all have double-digit inflation rates. On Our Radar [Your Next Vacation Is Going to Be a Lot More Expensive]( Flights, hotel stays, and car rentals all have double-digit inflation rates. [You Can Sip Smoothies With Gwyneth Paltrow on This Luxury Mediterranean Cruise]( Celebrity Cruises' latest ship is welcoming a very special guest this fall. [Masks Are No Longer Required on Airplanes]( I was flying when the federal mask mandate was lifted—here’s what happened in the air. Destination of the Day Acadia National Park Whether you're a U.S. national parks fan looking to "collect" the best of the best or an outdoor enthusiast bound for Maine, [Acadia National Park]( should rank high on your list of must-visit destinations. And with all its natural beauty and opportunities for adventure, it’s no wonder. Read on to discover some of [the top things to do](. Hike Some 150 Miles of Trails Hiking is so abundant in Acadia National Park that entire books exist on the subject. There are 150 miles of identified trails within the park, so whether you're up for a casual stroll or a challenging climb, you'll find options at the extremes and everywhere in between. For beginner-level hikers, some of the best bets include the 1.4-mile Wonderland Trail, which leads through pine forest to the rocky coast in Southwest Harbor, and the 3.4-mile Jordan Pond Loop Trail. Watch the Sunrise Join the early sunrise watchers atop Cadillac Mountain, one of the first spots in the U.S. to greet the sun each day and the highest mountain in the park at 1,530 feet. If you’re planning to visit from mid-May to mid-October, note that you will need a timed vehicle reservation to drive Cadillac Summit Road, which will take you right up to the peak. Thirty percent of reservations will be released three months ahead of each date, while the rest will be made available two days prior to your trip, at 10 a.m. ET. Vehicle reservations can be made at [Recreation.gov](. Get Your Feet Wet at Sand Beach Sand Beach is a mandatory detour at Acadia National Park. Aim to arrive early in the morning on summer days; otherwise, you may struggle to find a parking space. Even when temperatures climb in July and August, the Atlantic Ocean remains jarringly cold this far north. But this crushed seashell beach is one of the most stunning you may ever behold. Vacation Like a Pro If you want to see park sights from the water effortlessly, book passage aboard one of [Acadian Boat Tours](' nature cruises, departing from the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel in [Bar Harbor](. [Kim Knox Beckius]( Contributing Writer Your Packing List The [weather in Maine]( can be unpredictable, and even summer nights can be surprisingly chilly. When you're out on the water, it's automatically cooler, too. You will not regret tossing that extra sweatshirt or [fleece jacket]( in your car or carry-on. If you’re taking to the trails, pack a sturdy pair of [hiking boots](. Bring some [bug spray]( to keep the mosquitos and black flies at bay. Trending in Travel [6 Famous Literary Solo Trips That You Can Recreate]( [How to Save Money on Car Rentals]( [The 16 Best Travel Gifts for Mom]( Get Inspired One of [India's top historical destinations](, the laid-back village of [Hampi]( was once the last capital of Vijayanagar, one of the greatest Hindu empires in India's history. It has some extremely captivating ruins, intriguingly intermingled with large boulders that rear up all over the landscape. The ruins, which date back to the 14th century, stretch for just over 16 square miles and comprise more than 1600 monumental remains. Got Any Tips? Have a travel tip or feedback on how we can improve? Send us a note at feedback@tripsavvy.com and you may just see it in a future newsletter! [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [LinkedIn]( You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the TripSavvy newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please [click here](page=tripsavvy) A DOTDASH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY, 10005 © 2021 tripsavvy.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely [unsubscribe](.