Happy Friday!  We hope you’ve got Fourth of July on  your mind.  There’s still some fantastic properties available for the holiday week and weekend.  If you’re still planning your summer vacation, here are some stories to help you out.

8 ways to save big on summer travel (hint, hint: Look beyond hotels!) – MSNBC Travel Kit

On the road again: Near-record travel expected over July 4 – USA Today Travel

Going on vacation? Now you can put it on Layaway – TIME Travel

Best Seat on the Plane? Hint: Not in row 7 – ABC News Travel

What to pack — and what to leave at home – MSNBC Travel