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Robin Esrock channels his inner 10 year-old to find 10 destinations perfect for a kid’s imagination.

I am uniquely qualified to put this list together because I was once 10 years old, and 25 years later, frequently defend accusations that I still behave like one. Whatever your age, here’s a gallery of destinations guaranteed to have your kids (inner and outer) hopping with excitement. Share your own suggestions in the comments below.

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1. African Safari

his is not the forum to argue the pros and cons of zoos. But as an educational tool that allows kids to discover, interact and learn about the creatures they share this planet with, zoos and aquariums can be life-changing experiences. An African safari, on the other hand, exposes kids not only to wildlife in its natural habitat, but to different cultures in other countries. Head to Kruger National Park, South Africa’s largest game reserve with 147 species of mammals, including the Big Five.