See moose, eat lobster, and explore lighthouses with a trip to Augusta, Maine. The capital of Maine is filled with culture, history, and nature. It has all the makings of a great vacation! Make sure you visit these top attractions during your visit.

Maine State Museum
Learn about the history of Maine from the ice age to the 1960s with four floors of exhibits highlighting the nature, history, and industry of Maine. Kids and adults with leave knowing just about anything you could want to know about Maine. The museum is closed on Mondays. Admission is just $2 for adults and $1 for children. 

Old Fort Western
This living history museum is also New England's oldest wooden fort, built in the 18th century. The many exhibits, both inside and outside, give you an idea of what life was like during the American Revolution. There's even a little store full of dry goods commonly used. Many of the exhibits are interactive so kids will have a great time learning some history about Maine. Hours are limited so check the website before you visit. 

Red Barn Drive-In
When visiting Maine you need to indulge in some authentic Maine seafood. The fish at Red Barn is as fresh as can be. Start with a bowl of Laura's Famous Seafood Stew before digging into your Fresh Maine Lobster Roll. Visitors say the lobster roll might be one of the best in the area.

Pizza, pasta, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Rome, Venice, Florence… The list of things to see in Italy can go on and on. When planning a vacation to Italy, you'll want to travel to a least a couple of cities during your trip. Make sure you put these top five attractions on your itinerary.

Amalfi Coast
If you're looking for a place with beautiful scenery, go no further than Amalfi Coast. The 30-mile coastline is filled with resorts, small villas, cliffs, and lemon tree gardens. Head into one of the villages for restaurants, shops, and historic architecture. The coast is easily accessed by a ferry ride from Naples. 

Canals of Venice
Venice is called the "City of Water" for good reason. Travel via gondola along one of the 150 canals that connect the city together, and marvel at the beautiful architecture. It's the quintessential romantic experience. 

Statue of David
In Florence, you'll find this famous statue designed by Michelangelo. If you're a fan of art, make sure you take a visit to the Galleria dell'Accademia to see this famous piece of art in person. 

Naples
Craving some authentic Italian food? There is no better place to indulge than in the home town pizza, spaghetti, and parmigiana. Made with classic recipes and fresh ingredients, you won't get Italian cuisine better than this. 

The Colosseum of Rome
History fans will love seeing all the ancient ruins in Rome, the most popular being the Colosseum. This huge theater was once the sight of gladiator fights seen by more than 50,000 people. Keep an eye out for actors walking around dressed like gladiators. 

Dieting doesn't mean cutting out your favorite foods — just switch them for healthier, low-calorie versions. Check out these tips:

Dip
Don't fear dips anymore. Switch out high calorie dips with Greek yogurt-based dips. It has way less calories and more protein. Trying dipping veggies!

Popcorn
Craving something salty? Instead of reaching for that bag of chips, pop some popcorn. You'll get the same satisfying salty flavor for less calories, just watch your toppings!

Pizza
You can still have pizza while dieting! Instead of ordering a deep dish pizza with all the toppings go for a flatbread pizza with veggies. Or even better, make your own pizza. For a snack size use an English muffin with a little bit of tomato sauce and low-fat mozzarella cheese.