Catherine Parker

As the largest city and capital of The Netherlands, Amsterdam is steeped in Dutch history with narrow houses with steep gables and its canal system, many constructed in the 17th century. Bikes rule the road in Amsterdam during the summer, its a charming city to explore for a few days. In Amsterdam for two days with my best friend, we walked beside canals as we went from art museums to the frequent street markets. Each day included at least one stop at a cafe for Dutch treats. Here are the top...

Between Crater Lake and Columbia River Gorge, Bend, Oregon, is an outdoor destination with hiking, biking, river rafting and a National Monument. Located where the ponderosa pine forest meets the high desert, Bend is a favorite outdoor destination throughout the seasons. To learn more about volcanoes, head to the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, especially the Lava Lands Visitor Center. Here are the top things to do at the Newberry National Volcanic Monument.
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If you and your kids want to explore something, that goes BOOM! Then, head to a U.S. National Park featuring volcanoes or parts of volcanoes. At a National Park, you can learn about the types of volcanoes, volcanic eruptions and what happens after a volcanic eruption. You might even want to camp with a view of a volcano. Here are the top National Parks with Volcanoes.
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15 Top National Parks with Volcanoes
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park in Hawaii
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At the center of the island of Hawai’i is an explosive core, surrounded by heavenly Polynesian flowers and beaches of every color with gentle sea breezes. As the oldest and largest island, it is dominated by the pair of volcanoes that created the island. Both Kīlauea and Mauna Loa are the most active volcanoes in the world. To learn more about the volcanic past and present, visit Hawaii Volcanoes National Park for a lesson in volcanology and how the land recovers after an eruption. An easy pa...

London is the Capital and largest city of England. It is a thoroughly modern city, yet it has a history dating back to Roman times and preserves its Medieval History. London is an excellent first European Destination for travelers, and many visit it over and over since it is a convenient location to start an extended European vacation. If you are planning your first trip, here ar the top things to do in London.
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Top Things to Do in London You Must Do on Your First Trip
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Located on the eastern tip of North America, this part of Nova Scotia feels as wild as the Northern Atlantic Ocean. It draws its heritage from Scotland, and in many ways, it feels like Scotland. One of the top places to explore in Nova Scotia is a Parks Canada National Park, Cape Breton Highlands National Park. With scenic drives, hiking and camping, it offers lots of do. Here are the best things to do in Cape Breton Highlands National Park.
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With service from Scotland to London's Euston Train Station, this six-day-a-week night train offers an efficient way to get from Edinburgh (or Glasgow) to London. This service saves daytime hours and is ideal for travelers trying to fly out of London.

Located less than 10 miles from Quebec City, the Isle of Orleans is a charming day trip. Top sites like the Montmorency Falls and a winery, visitors can explore the French-inspired countryside. Also known as the L’Ile d’Orleans is a perfect escape for foodies, about 30 minutes east of Quebec City. Here are the Things to Do Isle of Orleans, Quebec
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See the Pont de L’Ile d’Orleans
Do a Tasting at Vignoble Ste-Patronille
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As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Quebec City has a reputation as the most European-like city in North America. From the French explorers who settled it to the Bonjour, Hello greetings to the food, Quebec and Québécois love to share their picturesque city. Spend a few days and explore the Old Quebec City from Le Chateau Frontenac to the St. Lawrence River. Here are the best things to do in Quebec City.
17 Best Things to Do in Quebec City
Walk through Le Château Frontenac
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Located in Eastern Canada’s Maritimes, Prince Edward Island is a summertime destination centered around the ocean. From its lighthouses to its PEI mussels to a world-famous redheaded orphan, there is lots to do. It is an easy destination to explore on a road trip. Travelers navigate ferries and bridges to get to the island of Nova Scotia. Here are the top things to do on Prince Edward Island.
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Tour a Lighthouse
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The piney woods of East Texas is a gateway to outdoor recreation from hiking to boating to camping and more. Camping in Texas is a three-season getaway. With milder temperatures from fall through spring, Huntsville is perfect for a weekend getaway in the forest, close to Houston. Here are the top things to do in Huntsville, Texas with kids.
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Top Things to Do in Huntsville Texas
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Explore Sam Houston National Forest
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Video of the Max Brown Hotel Canal District hotel. A collection of three 300-year-old facades overlooking the Herengracht Canal and the Brouwersgracht

Eastern Canada’s forest offers mountains, lakes and forests to explore. The Laurentian Mountains, between Montreal and Quebec City, were once logged. Now protected, La Mauricie National Park features 150 different lakes and a boreal forest for hiking and camping, with or without a tent. Read on for Fun Things to Do in La Mauricie National Park.

In central Arkansas, one of the more unique U.S. National lines Central Avenue. In total, visitors can see eight vintage bathhouses, each offering a different architectural style. Harkening from a different era, some are used for new businesses, like a brewery, while others are in the restoration process. From the visitor center to taking a soak at the traditional bathhouse to staying at the hotel, here are the Best Things to Do at Hot Springs National Park.

Pilots, aviation enthusiasts and aspiring aviators will want to bee-line for a museum dedicated to the art of flying. Each facility is packed with aircraft and spacecraft from the pioneers of flight, to the last generation’s spycraft to the vessels of space exploration. Here are the best aviation museums in the U.S.
12 Best Aviation Museums in the U.S.
Intrepid Sea Land and Space Museum in New York City
Boeing Future of Flight Aviation Center in Washington
California Science Center in Los Ang...