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Umm Qais
Amman, Jordan
During Roman times, Umm Qais was known as Gadara. It was a city of the Decapolis, a loose confederation of cities in the Roman province of Syria. Other members included Philadelphia (Amman), Gerash, and Damascus. Gadara thrived under the Romans, but quickly declined after their empire fell. It was a small village when Islam arrived in the seventh century, and abandoned soon...
What to do with Children in Tow
Stockholm, Sweden
Stockholm is one of the most kid-friendly places around! Take the kids to Junibacken, Galärparken for a ride on the story train and be sure to check out the bookshop there! Most museums arrange special attractions and activities for kids and the Observatory Museum lets kids watch the stars through a telescope! The Aquaria Water Museum and the Skansen Open Air Museum are also great to keep kids bus...
Toronto Islands
Toronto, Canada
This is the perfect destination for leisure and fun. Take a ferry to the Islands and enjoy sunbathing, cycling and amusement rides. The Harbour offers breathtaking views of downtown Toronto. Ferry Fee: C$ 6 [Adults] C$ 2.50 [Children]-roundtrip fare Address: Lake Ontario Tel: 416/392-8193 ...
Phoenix Park
Dublin, Ireland
Phoenix Park is one of Europe's largest urban parks at more than 1700 acres. It was established in the 1650s as a deer park under the supervision of James Butler, a viceroy for English king Charles II. Because of the deer and other wildlife, it was enclosed by a wall. It opened to the public in 1745, which it has remained ever since. The park is immortalized in literature i...