Summer

The Colossus in Heide Park

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The setting's medieval, but Heide Park's Colossus is pure 21st century.

A Colossal Ride on Colossus

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Colossus ranks near the top when it comes to heavy G-force wooden coasters.

Italian Katun Coaster

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Just outside the town of Ravenna in Northern Italy, Mirabilandia Theme Park features one coaster that soars above the rest: Katun. With multiple drops, loops and rolls, the G-forces are sure to make your stomach turn a few times.

Superman Flies Down Under

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At Warner Brother's Movie World in Australia, the main attractions are Hollywood inspired, including the Superman. After shooting passengers up a hill from 0 to 60 in 2 seconds, the rest of the ride is as easy as saving the world.

iSpeed's Astonishing G-Force

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The Formula One themed iSpeed coaster in Italy's Mirabilandia park gets tested by one rider with a special G-force vest. The opening shot out of the pit produces a 4.0 positive force while a corkscrew creates a negative 1.0.

Hurtling Down Takabisha

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Its 121-degree drop angle makes Takabisha the world's steepest coaster.

Best Beach Bars

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Our favorite US and Caribbean watering holes.

Best Beaches for Labor Day

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Check out our list of hurricane-free beaches for Labor Day.

Baltimore Charm on Ocean Beach

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Baltimore Charm players get an extra-tough workout in Ocean Beach's sand.

Shark Attacks

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Get helpful hints on staying safe when swimming near shark-infested waters.

Prevent a Jellyfish Sting

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Rob tells you how to avoid and remedy a painful jellyfish sting.

Napa Valley and Sonoma

Photo Gallery | 19 Photos

Secrets of Carolina Beaches

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We reveal the secrets of a few beaches in North Carolina and South Carolina. Find out which beaches we recommend for families, history buffs, kite boarders and hang gliders.

Hosts' Favorite Beaches

Photo Gallery | 8 Photos

Maine's Lake Vacations

Photo Gallery | 9 Photos

Best US State Fairs

Photo Gallery | 11 Photos

Summer Gear Guide

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View Travel Channel's picks for hot summer gear and gadgets.

Boating Safety

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Rob Pralgo shows you how to stay safe on the water.