In San Diego during October, kids free admission at popular attractions, such as San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, Legoland California, SeaWorld San Diego, and many museums, plus kids eat free at hotels and local restaurants.
Read more…National parks preserve the story of America
National Public Lands Day is Sept. 26, 2026
Volunteer to help keep our parks in good shape, and visit parks to learn about cultural connections and conservation efforts.
“National parks preserve the story of America.”
Family vacations in December: Four cities to beat summer heat
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…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.
San Francisco: 30 Fun things to do with kids this summer
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.