16 Photos That Will Get You Excited for Summer
Updated: Jun. 03, 2020Time to get excited for undisputedly the best time of year.
With social distancing still in full affect due to the coronavirus pandemic, summer as we know it will look a little different this year. Some amusement parks may still be closed, evening baseball games will be nonexistent, and public pools will remain vacant. Even though the highly-anticipated season will be a bit unlike other years, there is still so much to look forward to. These photos will get you feeling excited about summer again and maybe even spark some inspiration for some socially-distanced warm-weather ideas. You may even be able to take a trip with these safe summer vacations.
Sunsets over the water
There’s nothing more beautiful and peaceful than a classic summer sunset. See more beautiful photos with the most photogenic beaches in the world.
Refreshing snacks
Summer is arguably the best season for fresh fruit with watermelon, berries, and pineapple at their peak. Here’s how you can tell if a watermelon is ripe.
S’more s’mores, please!
Nothing beats a backyard bonfire with the family. For those stuck in city apartments, you can improvise by roasting marshmallows over the stovetop. Don’t miss the one ingredient you haven’t been adding to your s’mores that will change your view on the gooey delicious treat.
Mountain views
Summer doesn’t always have to take place on a sandy beach. Some of the best hiking weather occurs during the warmer months. See more stunning views with these photos of national parks.
Ice cream cones
Realistically, summer is just an excuse to eat ice cream all the time. Here are 10 ice cream traditions from around the world.
Grilled dinners
You don’t need a large group to fire up the grill. Steak for one? Absolutely! Check out these amazing summer recipes for some motivation.
Road trip!
Airplanes may be out of the question, but long car rides to the mountains certainly are not! See the best road trips you can take in America.
Iced coffee
While most of us still drink iced coffee in the winter, we finally won’t have to explain ourselves for a little while. This is the iced coffee hack you never knew you needed.
A night under the stars
There certainly won’t be any germy public restrooms out in the wilderness to worry about. Check out these campsites that should definitely be on your bucket list.
Just hanging around
Crack open a good book and settle into an outdoor hammock for some quality relaxation. If you’re not sure which book to read, here are the 50 best summer reads of all time for a bit of inspiration.
Fruity cocktails
A few refreshing drinks to sip on in the backyard. You can even try some of these festive summer cocktail recipes.
A cute picnic
You can have a picnic right in your backyard. The mosquitos will still be there, but so will the fun.
Even dogs are in a better mood
A happy dog makes for a happy human. Next, check out these facts you probably never knew about the summer solstice.