Most American families like to have a vacation in summer. Summer is a good season for vacation. It is often hot in July and August. Children do not go to school in those two months. Some Americans like to read books, watch TV or listen to music at home. Many American families like to have lunch at a place with many trees or a nice lake. Some American people have enough time and money to travel to other countries like France, Japan and Australia. They usually fly to these countries. Many American families travel by car or by train to see interesting places in their own country. Their favourite cities are New York, Chicago, Miami, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Not everyone likes to go to busy cities. Some Americans travel to mountains or beautiful valley.