Kings Island is the kind of place where you show up thinking you’ll spend a few hours and somehow end up staying all day. The coasters are the real stars—The Beast is a classic, Orion is pure speed, and Mystic Timbers keeps you guessing. But even if you’re not into big drops, there’s plenty to do, from kid-friendly rides to water slides at Soak City. Plus, seasonal events like Halloween Haunt and WinterFest keep things interesting year-round.

The so-called Temple of Hercules (AD 162–166) dominates Amman’s Citadel. These days, archaeologists prefer to call it the Great Temple of Amman, since its dedication remains uncertain. Only six Corinthian columns stand reconstructed today. The rest lie as fragmented drums, their dowel holes revealing Roman engineering techniques. A colossal marble statue once graced the site. All that survives is a weathered elbow and fingers, suggesting a figure over 13 metres tall, likely toppled in the 8th-century earthquake. The temple’s platform doubles as Amman’s premier viewpoint, framing the modern city against the 150-metre Jordanian flag. Excavations nearby expose layers of civilisation: Umayyad palaces, Byzantine churches, and Roman baths intertwine with older Bronze Age ruins. Though the Hercules name persists thanks to the sculptural remnant, archaeologists emphasise the temple’s civic importance. Its sheer scale reflects Amman’s status as a regional hub. Guides prove invaluable for deciphering 9,000 years of history compressed into a single hilltop.

Not far from Naples, the beautiful town of Amalfi is the perfect spot for a one-day excursion: it boasts a stunning seaside and a surprisingly rich history — it used to hold huge maritime power in the Middle Ages — which has left interesting sights such as the St Andrew Cathedral with its scenic staircase. To explore it fully, consider booking a guided tour.

If you happen to be in Orange County for the Christmas holidays, don't miss out on this unique parade in which boaters decorate their boats for the holidays. The parade beckons boaters from all over the area, who decorate their vessels and aspire for awards like Best Power Boat, Best Sailboat, Best Music, Best Humor & Originality, Most Colorful and more.