Katelyn Long

Explore Junior Ranger Programs and Activities in Washington DC

Looking for a way to engage your kids in learning about American history when visiting Washington DC? Junior Ranger programs offer a fun and educational way for kids ages 6-14 to explore the history of America’s National Parks. Through exciting activities, games, and puzzles, participants delve into all aspects of a specific national park, earning badges, patches, pins, and/or stickers in the process. Additionally, interpretive presentations, special events, and guided tours are offered at select times throughout the year. With Junior Ranger programs available at approximately 286 of the 388 national parks, your kids will have plenty of opportunities to learn and engage in nature, thanks to collaborations with local school districts and community organizations. While exploring any of Washington DC’s National Park locations, simply pick up a Junior Ranger Activity Booklet and return it to the visitor center upon completion to receive your well-deserved award.

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Top 5 Po-Boy Restaurants in New Orleans’ French Quarter

You can’t swing a loaf of French bread in New Orleans’ French Quarter without hitting a po-boy shop. However, locals know that not all po-boys are created equal. Between the pillowy halves of French bread (preferably from Leidenheimer’s Bakery), the right ingredients can really sing. From frilly and fancy to down and dirty (metaphorically speaking), these five places serve the best po-boys in the Vieux Carré.

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Explore Kinderdijk: A Perfect Day Trip Guide

Kinderdijk, located 15 miles east of Rotterdam, is a UNESCO-listed site that features 19 well-preserved windmills. Constructed in the 1600s, these windmills were designed to drain the Alblasserwaard polders, which had been plagued by floods since the 13th century. One significant historical flood, known as the Saint Elizabeth Flood of 1421, inspired the name Kinderdijk, which translates to “children’s dyke” in Dutch. This name originates from a fairy tale involving a wooden cradle spotted floating on floodwaters during the storm.

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Top Dai Pai Dong Street Food Spots in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s street food is one of the city’s unique experiences. Identifying individual Dai Pai Dongs is nigh on impossible, as they often have no name, move locations and many kitchens frequently meld into one. Instead, below you’ll find a list of the best areas to find some good quality Dai Pai Dongs – from traditional shacks serving up lunch to the masses to the street side stalls hawking waffles.

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Discover Shark Bay: A UNESCO World Heritage Site in Western Australia

Shark Bay’s name may conjure images of frightening man-eating sharks; however, this stunning location on the western coast of Australia is renowned more for its captivating dugongs, playful dolphins, and unique stromatolites. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, Shark Bay spans an impressive 2.3 million hectares, offering a diver’s paradise and opportunities to interact with marine life up close.

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