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.
Summer in Paris: Where to escape the crowds?
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.
Read more…Scotland: Adventures in the Highlands
Scotland in summer is delightful, and in the Highlands, Loch Ness and Fort William are two of our favorite areas to explore. Plus a recipe for smoked salmon pate and oatcakes to make at home.
Read more…Yellowstone & Grand Teton Summer 2026
Planning a family vacation to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks? Find out what facilities are available in each park, fun things to do with kids, tips for where to stay, children’s books and guides about the parks.
Read more…Tips for visiting Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty in New York City has welcomed millions of visitors and immigrants to the United States.
Tips for planning your visit, reserve tickets well in advance, especially on weekends.
Yosemite Valley in Spring
This spring the waterfalls in Yosemite Valley are spectacular! Where to go, what to see, and tips for enjoying the hike to Vernal Fall and visiting Yosemite National Park with kids.
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