by Brian Stephens

Created on: July 22, 2010   Last Updated: July 23, 2010

One of the worst case scenarios for your summer vacation is when it rains, you travelled to your destination expecting lovely sunny weather, time on the beach or lazing by a pool and what happens, it rains.

So now you suddenly have to think about what summer vacation activities for kids and adults there are that will allow you to enjoy your holiday despite the weather. But is this the end of the world or just an opportunity to do something a little bit different on your holiday. Here are a few suggestions for something to do if it rains during your vacation.

    * Visit historical or important buildings
    * Go to a museum
    * Explore Underground caves
    * Take the kids to an indoor activity centre
    * Make a rainy day the day you eat out at a restaurant, indoors obviously
    * Stay in and play games

Visiting a historical or important building can be a way of finding out about the significance of the region you are visiting. This doesn't just apply to Europe either, there are plenty of places all around the world that have buildings of historic or general interest and that have open access to the public. Wandering around these places can be extremely enlightening, there are often pieces of artwork or plaques that provide information on the buildings, its architecture or what role it has played in society. May not sound too enthralling especially if you have children with you, but activities like this can prove to be a pleasant surprise that sometimes even children enjoy.

Museums follow a similar theme, they are places where you can learn about the history, study the local art, find out about times gone by and generally educate yourself about the region you are in. There are all manner of museums to be visited around the world, often with free access or a small charge. You may be able to find out about wine making, art, textile manufacture, wheat production, the list is endless. Museums in modern times often recognise the need to engage with children and provide fun activities as a way of teaching children about their chosen themes.

Underground caves are another option if you are in a region that is within striking distance. The South of France for example has a multitude of 'grottes' as they are called in France. Many of these have been arranged to appeal to visitors with safe access, lighting and sometimes even provide boat trips on underground rivers. Obviously not every

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