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March 21, 2018

Top 10 Father's Day gifts

While most dads are relatively low maintenance, they still like to feel appreciated and loved by their children (although they may be too macho to admit it). Our Father's Day gift guide can help you show your love. Whether pops likes to rock out, work out or cook out, our Father's Day gift list has something that will make his day.

March 21, 2018

World's craziest water slides

These crazy water slides will send you free-falling into swimming pools, spinning in circles, and hitting speeds as high as 65 miles per hour.

March 21, 2018

8 new must-try roller coasters of 2013

As amusement parks open for the season, many of them are debuting highly anticipated roller coasters. This summer, whether you’re a roller coaster fanatic or a novice along for the ride, expect thrills and chills as you spin, twist and dive on some of the wildest new coasters of 2013. 

March 21, 2018

6 best travel books of spring

A bushel of books have sprouted to inspire a bout of warm-weather wanderlust. There’s something here for fans of every genre: memoir, fiction, adventure, natural history, history, even poetry. But what binds each of these books together is a compelling tale and a great sense of place.

March 21, 2018

10 famous American landmarks while they were still under construction

It is natural to assume that America’s landmarks have always been a part of our national fabric. It’s hard to imagine the National Mall without the Washington Monument or Mount Rushmore without, well, Mount Rushmore. But a look back into the archives at the Library of Congress shows the “in progress” stages of some of the nation’s most treasured sites. Whether it’s a scaffolding hanging off the White House or two hunks of steel in place of the St. Louis Arch, these photographs paint a picture of a country in the process of making its own history.  

March 21, 2018

5 places to go sandboarding

Love the thrill of downhill sports? Lose your woolly socks and thermal fleece and get ready for sandboarding—arguably the coolest new way to have fun on a beach or desert getaway. Kids have long been sledding down sand dunes on pieces of cardboard and plastic snow sleds.  But in recent years, surfers and out-of-season snowboarders have taken it to the next level with sandboarding—riding down dunes on boards and sleds made out of a slicker material that glides on sand. Want to try sandboarding or sand sledding on your next getaway? A waxed snowboard or snow saucer will probably do. If your kids are up for serious careening, then you’ll want to rent boards and sleds made specifically for sand. While this emerging sport is a natural fit for beach destinations, some of the best places to try sandboarding and sand sledding may surprise you. (Michigan and Colorado? Who knew?) Here are five of the best dune destinations in the United States:

March 21, 2018

Breathtaking gondola rides around the world

Those in need of a pick-me-up could do a lot worse than to consider these incredible cable cars, which take in some of the most awesome panoramic views on the planet.

March 21, 2018

6 places to spend a night at the museum

Ever since Ben Stiller discovered what happens to exhibits after the sun goes down in the blockbuster movie “Night at the Museum,” sleepover experiences have taken off at attractions across the country. These overnight adventures invite big kids, ‘tweens and sometimes young teens (and a parent) for an overnight stay that delivers fewer crowds and the chance to explore with some exclusive, VIP activities thrown in. As you might expect, overnight events at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City and the National Museum of Natural History in D.C.–the backdrops for “Night at the Museum” and its sequel—are hot tickets that can sell out months in advance. Programs at other museums can often have shorter waiting lists. What can you expect? In general, museum overnights are aimed at the 6-to-12 crowd, but be sure to check the age range at each institution. Count on paying between $100 and $140 per person and bringing a sleeping bag, flashlight, and sense of adventure. Still game? Here are six more can’t-miss museum sleepovers around the country.

March 21, 2018

Top 10 hidden corners of US national parks

Whether you’re a seasoned national park traveler or just planning your first vacation to our nation’s most precious gems, you know that every park has its “go-to” spots that you can’t miss. Old Faithful in Yellowstone, Cades Cove of Great Smoky, Bridalveil Fall in Yosemite – the list of these iconic wonders goes on and on. Though these attractions are must-sees, due to their popularity they often don’t deliver fully what we came here for - silence, solitude, and serenity. If you’re looking to really get away from the parking lots and crowds, this list should get you going in the right direction for the perfect and peaceful backcountry getaway.

March 21, 2018

Top kid-friendly Atlantic City activities

The HBO series "Boardwalk Empire" has reignited interest in Atlantic City’s gangster-driven prohibition era. The city is synonymous with gambling, leisure and bustling nightlife -- adult pleasures that are more than enough to attract grownups. But if you have children, there are still plenty of family attractions in Atlantic City. The city, recovering from Superstorm Sandy, is still a hotspot for the whole family. If you’re bringing kids to this area of New Jersey, you shouldn’t miss the following attractions: