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Keep everyone cool at the 95-acre Splish Splash water park on Long Island's East End. Photo courtesy of Splish Splash
36 Summer Day Trips from NYC to Take as a Family
Get out of town to take advantage of the fun beyond the five boroughs.
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A pile of buckets goes a long way with young kids at the beach.
Your Essential Beach List: Best Baby Beach Gear, Umbrellas, Wagons, and Tips for a Fun Beach Day
Here's the stuff that's actually worth hauling to the beach with kids.
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Get to Lake Tiorati in Harriman State Park early to beat the crowds. Photo courtesy of New York State Parks
Best Swimming Lakes near Westchester and the Hudson Valley You Need to Discover
Cool off in one of these great freshwater spots in the Hudson Valley.
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Cool off at Splashdown Beach this summer. Photo courtesy of Spalshdown
Heat Wave Hot List: 25 Cool Things To Do in Westchester and the Hudson Valley with Kids
Here's how to cool off in NY on the hottest days this year.
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Fire Island. Photo courtesy Discover Long Island
Best Beach Towns for Weekend Getaways from NYC
You don't have to go far—or even drive—to enjoy a beautiful beach town.
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Take the family to the gorgeous Fawn's Leap for a day of swimming.
Off-the-Beaten Path Swimming Holes in the Catskills
These are the best swimming holes in the Hudson Valley.
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