Independence Day this year celebrates 250 years of democracy and creation of a new country – the United States of America.
This summer traveling around the US, enjoy July 4 festivals with live music, community parades and activities, local food, and of course, fireworks.
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…It’s summer in San Francisco!
Best parks, museums, fun food, hikes, free music and kid’s shows, tips, insider secrets (redwood grove, fairy doors, Chinatown lunch and playgrounds, cheapest bay cruise), and more.
Know before you go to US national parks this summer.
Tips for road conditions, weather, wildlife and fire safety, extreme summer heat, new entrance fees and passes, national parks with no entrance fees, and individual park updates.
Summer is a great time for families to head outdoors.
Here’s a few tips for outings – before you go, check weather forecast, plan clothing and gear, food and water, on your hike, tips for wildlife safety, altitude sickness, extreme heat, summer wildfires.