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Americans Vacation Less than Europeans

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Watch this video about American vacation habits on HowStuffWorks. Nearly half of Americans will not take a summer vacation. Learn why Americans don't take as many vacations as rest of the world in this news video from Reuters.

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Planet's Best: Sea Lions in the Sea of Cortez (3:00)

On Animal Planet's "Planet's Best: North American Wildlife Encounters," check out a harem of California sea lions at the Sea of Cortez.

Hawaii Beaches: Poipu Beach (3:36)

Poipu beach is of the most relaxing beaches in Hawaii, located in the southernmost tip of the state. Poipu's calm waters make this an ideal spot for families and sunbathers. Video courtesy of Travel Channel.

Hawaii Beaches: Kauna'oa Beach (1:18)

Check out this clip to learn more about Kauna'oa beach. Video courtesy of Travel Channel.

Hawaii Beaches: Wind Surfing (3:18)

Take a look at this clip to learn why Hawaii is considered the ideal place for windsurfing. Video courtesy of Travel Channel.

Hawaii Beaches: Waikiki People Watching (1:30)

Waikiki is a world-famous tourist attraction and a great place for people-watching. Video courtesy of Travel Channel.

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Planet's Best: Homosassa Springs Wildlife (3:01)

On Animal Planet's "Planet's Best," visit Homosassa Spring Park in Florida. This park has a variety of wildlife. We get a special look at the manatees.

Planet's Best: Diving with the Sharks (3:01)

Visitors to the Florida Aquarium can take part in the Dive with the Shark program. This allows experienced divers to swim in a tank full of sharks. Learn more about the program on Animal Planet's "Planet's Best."

Planet's Best Aquariums: Shark Reef Aquarium (3:01)

On Animal Planet's "Planet's Best Aquariums," get face-to-face with several kinds of sharks at the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas.

Planet's Best Aquariums: Importance of Aquariums (0:45)

On Animal Planet's "Planet's Best Aquariums," we learn that aquariums help connect people to the causes of environmental care and animal preservation.

Planet's Best: Sea Lions in the Sea of Cortez (3:00)

On Animal Planet's "Planet's Best: North American Wildlife Encounters," check out a harem of California sea lions at the Sea of Cortez.

Behind the Scenes: The Milwaukee Museum of History (8:12)

This clip describes the various elements that go into the careful maintenance and function of the Milwaukee Public Museum.

Behind the Scenes: Introduction to Museums (3:52)

This section describes in detail the various types of museums, from art and history museums to various scientific museums and zoos.

Behind the Scenes: The History of Museums (1:26)

Museums foster education and lifelong learning among their visitors. The word "museum" comes from the Greek word for a place of worship of the Muses.

Behind the Scenes: The Milwaukee Public Museum (1:51)

Museums educate patrons about Earth's history.