Here are the best things to do and places to visit on the 4th of July with exclusive tips!

This 4th of July will be one of the busiest travel days in years. Whether you are planning to meet friends and family for a BBQ, want to join a parade or watch the fireworks, make sure to check out these tips.

Plan ahead

According to the big travel companies, 42 million people will travel by car this Fourth of July, which is a record high. The earlier you plan, the less stress-free your holiday will be.

Hit the Roads Early

According to AAA, roads will be busiest on afternoons and evenings on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. It is a good idea to rent your car a day earlier and hit the roads early in the morning or late in the evening. Considering most car rental offices will be closed on the weekend, renting your car during the weekdays might be the best option. But if you will rent from an airport

Go to the Airport Early

Long lines on the fourth of July weekend should be no surprise for you. On Carla App, you can purchase Skip the Line feature and go to your car directly. If you do not want to deal with payment stress at the counter, you can choose a prepaid car on Carla App.

It all sounds good but you are still without a plan?

Here are the best celebrations throughout the USA:

New York City

The legendary Macy’s fireworks, the biggest in the country, is a once in a lifetime experience. You can see the fireworks pretty much everywhere in NYC but Brooklyn Bridge Park, Williamsburg and Greenpoint waterfronts are the best locations to watch the show.

Boston

Although the Independence party lasts a week, the best day is the fourth of July as you can imagine. The Boston Pops Fireworks is returning to its home after a two-year pandemic break.

Washington DC

Our Nation’s Capital is the most meaningful place to visit on Independence Day. The firework show takes place on the National Mall, surrounded by American history. You should definitely visit DC for a moving experience.

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