Summer is in full-swing, but don't think that means you're stuck in town! The beach can still be yours—you just have to know how and when to look. We have five tips to help you find the best summer airfares, even in the middle of summer.

1. Follow the airlines

No one wants to follow a company or a brand on Twitter, but if you follow your airline of choice, you'll hear about deals and sales first. Some airlines even share deals exclusively with their Twitter followers! Here are few airlines with active Twitter accounts: Virgin America, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, British Airways, and Hawaiian Airlines.

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