New York City can reach some pretty extreme temperatures during the summer months. So what better way to beat the heat than with some family-friendly fun? Check out our guide to the best ways to hit your personal refresh button this season — from water park day trips to roundups of swim suits and towels…
*Top playgrounds with water features
*Our favorite local swim programs
*Water safety essentials (part 1 & part 2)
*Beach gear for the whole family
*Summer fun in the Hamptons (including our fave beaches out East)