Best Summer Camps for Teens in Chicago

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Teen performers. Photo courtesy of CircEsteem

Summer camps for teens prove that summer camp fun doesn't have to end with middle school! High school kids can still get in on the action by finding a summer camp in Chicago that caters to their interests, whether art, sports, theater, or STEM. Some colleges even offer programs to help students prep for college courses while still in grades 9-12. We even found some unique Chicago summer camps for aspiring filmmakers, circus artists, and kayakers.

Best STEM Summer Camps in Orlando: Robots, Coding, and More Tech Fun

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Hands-on experiments are part of the camp curriculum at Orlando Science Center summer camps. Photo courtesy of OSC

STEM summer camps aren't hard to find in Orlando. If you have a tech-savvy child who wants to learn more about coding, robotics, or video game design, sign them up for one of these summer camps. There are tech camps, science camps, and even math camps available to kids eager to learn.

Skills developed through STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) and STEAM, which includes the arts, reinforce not just computer know-how, but also problem solving and critical thinking, as well as creativity. From STEM camps for preschoolers to teens, we’ve rounded up the top STEM summer camps around Orlando!

Where To Find Bluebonnets in Houston This Spring 2024

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A field of bluebonnets near Houston. Photo by Phineas Adams, courtesy of Unsplash

Looking for bluebonnets near Houston? Get those beautiful Texas bluebonnet photos at these fields around Houston.

It's that time of year again! Texas bluebonnet season is one of the highlights of Houston's spring activities and runs from about March through May, depending on rains and the length of winter. Houston is home to many reliable bluebonnet beds and fields and iconic spots on the outskirts of town that are perfect for photos. We've rounded up places where you can snap quintessential bluebonnet pictures when the blooms start to open in and around Houston, and we'll continue to update this post as we find more locations. 

Many of the best bluebonnet spots are in Houston's parks, so make it a day by checking out our Guide to Playgrounds and Parks for more fun activities.

Musical Theater and Performing Arts Summer Camps in Los Angeles and OC

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Get into character! Summer Camp photo courtesy of A Noise Within Theatre

Performing arts summer camps seem like a given in a city full of Hollywood starlets and movie studios. Young thespians can hone their skills at musical theater summer camps in Los Angeles.

Warm up those vocal chords and get your jazz hands ready. Performing arts summer camps in Los Angeles offer an immersive experience where children can explore their creativity and develop their talents in theater, music, dance, and more. With fun activities, and opportunities to showcase their acting chops, these camps provide a memorable and enriching summer for budding performers. 

In addition to performing arts summer camps, check out STEM summer camps in LA, browse the best summer day camps in Los Angeles, and find more camps in our Los Angeles Summer Camp Guide. 

Cheap Spring Break Travel Ideas for Families

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Visit DC in the spring for warm temps and maybe even cherry blossoms. Photo by m01229 via Flickr

Spring break travel is a great way to make family memories, but it can also be expensive. Hotels, airlines, and rental-car companies all raise prices during school breaks and other high-demand travel periods. Popular warm-weather destinations like Orlando and the Caribbean can cost even more money as families flock to have fun in the sun. But that doesn't mean you have to choose between staying home and going broke for spring break.

In-the-know families deploy a few tricks to plan a fun spring break vacation without blowing their mortgage payment, from scoring secret deals to compromising a bit on the location. There are plenty of family-friendly cities and destinations that cost a bit less but don’t scrimp on the family attractions, including top museums, eateries, beaches, and amusement parks.

Read on for some of our favorite hacks for cheap spring break travel, including some great budget-friendly destinations throughout the US. If a longer trip is not in the cards, check out your local guide to family day trips and weekend getaways.

Easter Bunny Pictures and Easter Brunches near Westchester and the Hudson Valley

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Dress in your best for Easter Bunny pictures at the Cross County Center in Yonkers. Photo courtesy of the center

With Easter around the corner, it’s time to plan Easter Bunny pictures in Westchester and the Hudson Valley. We’ve gotten ahold of this springtime celebrity's social calendar and rounded up places to pose for pictures or take in a brunch. 

Whether you want to have breakfast with the Easter Bunny, ice skate, or join him on a train ride, there are plenty of opportunities to meet him. We recommend you hop to it, though, as many of these fun encounters sell out. For more Easter fun, check out our Family Activity Calendar, which gets constant updates.

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