Free admission to national parks and forests on National Public Lands Day. Be prepared to work

Free admission to national parks, forests on National Public Lands Day. Be prepared to work.

It's more than just child's play on a weekend escape to Legoland in Carlsbad

At Carlsbad's Legoland, a plethora of plastic bricks, stimulating interactive exhibits, interesting food choices and the recently opened Castle Hotel are more than enough to hold the attention of two young boys — and their grandparents.

Explore West Africa on a small-ship adventure

View wildlife from the bow of a small ship on an eight-day cruise.

Get an early peek at Death Valley's flood-damaged Scotty's Castle

You can see flood-ravaged parts of Death Valley National Park on a tour on Sundays, beginning in the late fall through spring.

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Museum Day on Saturday means free admission to select museums nationwide

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Spend a night at the five-star Fairmont Grand Del Mar for $299 (instead of $500)