South Kensington is one of the largest historic districts in London and home to several stylish retail stores, four world-renowned museums and a handful of eateries. South Kensington encompasses Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens, as well as the Royal Parks area that include Chelsea, Earl’s Court and Sloane Square.

It’s common to spend weeks or even months planning the perfect family vacation, save throughout the year to be able to afford it, and then for everyone to develop incredibly high expectations for the experience.

The Jersey Shore was recently catapulted into fame—and some might say notoriety—by the lascivious MTV show of the same name. The exploits of Snooki and crew made for an entertaining slice of “reality” television, attracting more attention to a locale that is already a popular visitor’s site. For many, visiting the Jersey Shore is an annual tradition, often making for a relaxing week of quality family time in a beachfront cottage.

For those who love nothing better than taking in a virtuoso musical performance or rocking out at a concert, what could be better than an impressive line-up of some of the best musicians in the world? Summer brings a wide variety of world-class music festivals from which to choose.

For those who love to travel and appreciate the endless variety of art found worldwide—and throughout history—the globe is one giant museum. Feast your eyes on our top destination picks for art aficionados.