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NEW YORK: One-time subway "surfer" Isa Islam has a straightforward message for thrill-seeking youngsters sparking a surge in riders traveling on the roofs of New York City trains: don't do it.

The Beech Tree isn't so much a country pub as an attraction in its own right with luscious pub grub, drinks, a wildlife garden and animals like pygmy goats and mini Shetland Ponies to keep the kids entertained.

From epic Wild West vistas to alligator-filled wetlands, America’s National Parks are home to some of the most beautiful wilderness on the planet. Kevin E G Perry rounds up those that should go straight to the top of your must-visit list

Secure the best spots for this years highly anticipated St. Patrick's Day parade

There I was, booking spring birthday travel, high as a college freshman after scoring some really good stuff: Reasonable airfare from Miami to Morocco.

The city-sponsored major summer festivals are all returning this year, including the Chicago Blues Festival, the Chicago Jazz Festival and the Chicago Air and Water Show.

From Honolulu to Jacksonville via Albuquerque, San Antonio and Memphis – these are the missing links, according to Simon Calder

Steve Graves visited New York and Boston, taking in the Old South Meeting House, the Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum and the floating USS Constitution Museum in the latter city

Hankering for outdoor experiences that offer the wonder of the past? Try California, home to the largest state park system in the country, including about 50 that are designated as historic. Here are some historic state parks you might want to visit, all within striking distance of the Bay Area.