Summer 2026 was extraordinarily hot, breaking records. Cities such as Athens, Seville, Bangkok and Rome reached such high temperatures, outdoor activities are not fun. Take your family vacation in December to avoid summer heat, and enjoy the wonderful holiday season in these cities.
Read more…Apple Hill and recipe for Apple French Toast
September is time to head to Apple Hill, two hours east of San Francisco in the foothills to enjoy bounty of fall apples. Check out our list of favorite Apple Hill farms, apple treats, and family activities, plus a recipe for Apple French Toast Bake.
Read more…Yosemite in Fall
September and October are a great time to visit Yosemite National Park, weather is much cooler in the valley and there are fewer crowds throughout the park. Travel tips, including weather, parking and shuttle buses, cell phone coverage, day hikes maps, art in Yosemite.
Read more…Where to go in summer heat – The public library
Summers in the United States are getting hotter.
Sightseeing on family vacations, where to stay cool when it’s too hot to be outdoors, temperatures 100+ degrees?
Go to the public library.
Maine in August
In August, Maine is perfect for a weekend or family get-together, before kids head back to school. Go canoeing and kayaking, hiking in forests and up to tops of mountains, swimming in lakes, sailing around the coast. Summer bounty of blueberries, raspberries, boysenberries, lobster rolls and fried clams. Fruit pies are great for breakfast!
Read more…A Visit to Monticello
Visit Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson, where kids can tour house he designed, explore extensive gardens, and see life in a Virginia plantation, plus children’s books to read.
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