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Andrew Visits LA for Grunion

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Andrew visits Venice Beach during high tide to see his first grunion fish.

Island Adventure Travel

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Even if you're not practicing for the next season of Survivor, indulging in an island vacation can quickly become a dose of the extreme.

The Scary Stukas Slide

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Stukas water slide is so scary, 40 percent of potential riders chicken out.

Through the Dragon's Mouth

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At Tenerife's Siam Park, brave riders hurtle through The Dragon's mouth.

Off the coast of Northern Africa, this waterpark boasts the largest man-made waves on the planet within the walls of the 145,000 square foot Wave Palace. Those looking for surfing fun will not be disappointed.

The Steel Dragon

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Japan's 95-mph Steel Dragon is the world's longest roller coaster.

Vieques Island

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Vieques Island is known as one of the most relaxing places on Earth.

The Ice-Cold Hot Jump

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Snow or shine, France's Acroland and its Hot Jump are always open for fun.

Aquaventure's Leap of Faith

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Clear 250 feet of slide in three seconds on Aquaventure's Leap of Faith.

Off the Cliffs at Rick's Cafe

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Not your average bar or waterpark, Rick's Cafe a cliff-diver's paradise.

Making Waves in Canary Islands

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Siam Park in the stunning Canary Islands runs the gamut of offerings, including the largest man-made waves on the planet in a saltwater pool and a 250 foot vertical body-slide that plummets visitors through a shark tank.

Surviving the Liwa Loop

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Around a mountain, upside down, at 40 mph: yep, it's Abu Dhabi's Liwa Loop.

Flying with Batwing's G-Forces

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The Batwing coaster at Six Flags America lasts for nearly two minutes, featuring drops, loops, and twists that push G-forces up to positive 4.3, all while lying downt. The physics of the ride even provide a moment of zero gravity.

The Action's at Acroland

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Smokin' hot slides and frigid splashdowns: yep, this must be Acroland.

Batwing at Six Flags America

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Amongst the many heroes paid tribute to at the 500-acre Six Flags America outside of Washington DC is Batman. The signature Batwing coaster flips riders from their back to stomach while zooming through dizzying drops and twists.