June 21 is the summer solstice, longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere. Especially far north in Scandinavia, long sunlit days seem to go on forever.
Celebrate the summer solstice with a batch of fresh strawberry cupcakes.
Sign up for a free pass to 30+ California State Historic Parks, valid until Dec. 31, 2026.
More info and 10 favorite parks to visit.
The Musee du Louvre in Paris is a grand and glorious museum, but it also can be a challenge. Here’s our tips to make a trip to the Louvre with kids fun for everyone in the family.
Read more…Explore the world reading board books with little ones. Spend the day in different continents, discover national parks, ride in a London taxi, celebrate festivals, learn about all kinds of animals and habitats, enjoy fun foods, float on tropical waves, drifting off to sleep.
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Here are four places to go to escape crowds this summer – a museum with unicorn tapestries, zoo and carousel in Jardin des Plantes, collection of armor and Napoleon memorabilia in Army Museum, and Chateau de Vincennes, medieval royal residence in the middle of Paris.
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Lots of fun food for kids to try in Montreal – French pastries such as pain au chocolat, brioche, fruit tarts, muffins, Quebec specialties poutine and maple cornets, and bagels, Montreal style.
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