Discover kid-friendly historical attractions in the US that bring the past to life for young explorers.

With 27 of the 50 United States landlocked, getting to the seashore this summer may not be possible. But you don’t need to be oceanfront to dip into a refreshing body of water (and we aren’t talking about your neighbor’s pool).

Few places build excitement for summer quite like the East Coast. After months of cold and unpredictable weather, locals don’t ease into the season—they celebrate it. From the seaside towns of Maine to the Carolinas and beyond, boats hit the water, lobster shacks reopen, and weekends revolve around beach days and seafood feasts.

Uncover the proud legacy and heritage of Southwest France.