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Spanning 335 acres, Busch Gardens combines elements of a zoo and a theme park. The park is divided into nine African-themed regions (as you encounter them moving counterclockwise through the park): Morocco, Egypt, Nairobi, Pantopia, Congo, Jungala, Stanleyville, Sesame Street Safari of Fun, and Bird Gardens. A haven for thrill-ride fanatics, the park has several roller coasters that are consistently rated

The International Spy Museum is a tribute to spies, spy technology, and secrets. Opened in 2002 in a town full of high-quality, free museums and monuments, the Spy Museum’s engaging, fun exhibits have allowed the for-profit museum to succeed while charging $22 for admission. If you’re at all interested in this kind of thing, it’s time (and money) well spent. Permanent Exhibits at the International

Jurassic Park – A Theme Park with Fictitious Dinosaurs The iconic visitor center from the Spielberg film Jurassic Park is one of the first things guests will see across the lagoon after walking through the Port of Entry. The amount of space within Jurassic Park is deceptively large, and the entire area is completely immersive as you walk through it (except where Harry Potter’s Hogwarts intrusively

Boma — Flavors of Africa Located at the Animal Kingdom Lodge & Villas, in the Jambo Section of the resort, Boma is a favorite of both locals and visitors. The restaurant offers an all-you-care-to-eat buffet for breakfast and dinner that is well prepared. If you like a major bang for your buck, try Boma. You won’t be disappointed. If you go for

No city in the United States features as many top-tier museums as Washington D.C. Among the many choices make sure to check out these top three. They are all part of the Smithsonian Museum collection and a very good choice when visiting with children. National Museum of American History – a Smithsonian Museum What makes the Smithsonian National Museum of American History