Tired of crowded beaches and long lines? Escape the July crush by heading to secret summer spots where you can unwind in coastal coves and mountain hideaways. Discover local charm, space to breathe and adventure off the beaten path.

National Geographic stories take you on a journey that's always enlightening, often surprising and unfailingly fascinating. This month–why nature’s least appreciated creatures are practically perfect.

Macy’s will celebrate America’s independence with a 4th of July fireworks show live on NBC featuring Jonas Brothers, Eric Church, Lenny Kravitz, Ava Max, Keke Palmer and Trisha Yearwood.

The International Monetary Fund said on Thursday that its next global growth forecast in July will take into account both positive and negative trade developments but declined to predict a tariff-driven GDP downgrade similar to that released by the World Bank this week.

With mandatory minicamp in the books, the New England Patriots are officially on to Training Camp. The summer fun will kick off behind Gillette Stadium on July 23, the team announced Tuesday. The Patriots announced 12 dates fans will be welcomed to the practice field behind Gillette Stadium to watch Mike Vrabel run his first Training Camp as head coach in New England.

The US wants Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo to sign a peace deal by July, according to a top State Department official for Africa.

Consider this the "All aboard!" call: PEOPLE can exclusively reveal that the network is launching its 13th annual Christmas in July event with Christmas at Sea, a reality series filmed aboard the Hallmark Christmas Cruise last November featuring real-life fans living their dreams alongside their favorite Hallmark stars.

One of “The Sims 4” fans’ biggest wishes has finally been granted: fairies are coming to the life-simulation game this July. Per “The Sims 4” developer Electronic Arts (EA), “In The Sims 4 Enchanted by Nature Expansion Pack,