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Celebrate World Meteorological Day on March 23 by spending some time with your head in the clouds. Eat dinner on the Eiffel Tower, take a hot air balloon ride over Albuquerque\u2019s picturesque downtown, or explore the science behind clouds and tornadoes at Boston\u2019s Museum of Science. Whether your ideal afternoon in the clouds means adventure or total relaxation, we\u2019ve got you covered. You\u2019re sure to feel refreshed and buoyant after you\u2019ve spent a few hours doing your thing in the clouds.<\/p>\n

Parasail in Waikiki<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Two<\/p>\n

Under the expert instruction of your captain, lift off of your boat and parasail through the puffy clouds<\/a> over the beautiful beaches of Waikiki<\/a>. With the wind and salty breeze in your hair and face, you\u2019re sure to feel one with the sky. Relax and enjoy the clear blue water stretching beneath you. Whether you choose to parasail solo or with your best buddy, your 10 minutes in the air just might be the peak of your vacation.<\/p>\n

Climb the world\u2019s tallest skyscrapers<\/strong><\/h3>\n

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Chicago\u2019s Willis Tower<\/a> features one of the most spectacular views from 1,353 feet (412 meters) above the Windy City. Ascend to the Skydeck in an elevator and take in a beautiful view of Lake Michigan from the second-tallest building in the US. If you\u2019re feeling brave, step out onto The Ledge and look straight down through the glass floor to street level. For towering thrills outside the U.S. check out the view from the \u2018megatall\u2019 \u00a0Burj Khalifa<\/a> or the Shanghai Tower<\/a>, two of the world\u2019s tallest buildings, each standing over 2,000 feet (609 meters) high. Local Expert Tip: Check the weather ahead of time to ensure your perfect amount of cloudiness.<\/em><\/p>\n

Eat dinner with your head in the clouds<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

Paris has great food and wine, but its most under-appreciated treasure might be its gorgeous cloud formations. When you dine at the 58 Tour Eiffel Restaurant<\/a>, you can enjoy all three at the same time. Whether you\u2019re celebrating a special occasion or just treating yourself, dining above the City of Lights is sure to leave you on cloud 9. For another ethereal dining experience, glide over the glittering lights of Singapore in your own private cable car<\/a> as you feast on a gourmet 4-course meal. If you prefer your paradise a little closer to the ground, spend the day at Cloud 9, Fiji\u2019s floating restaurant and bar<\/a>. After all, what\u2019s paradise without swimming, snorkeling, and wood-fired pizza?<\/p>\n

Tour the Grand Canyon by helicopter<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Take to the clouds with a guided helicopter tour and get to know the Grand Canyon<\/a> on a higher level. You\u2019ll see more than just the clouds as you swoop around the vast Grand Canyon to explore the colorful reddish layers of geological history. Soar over Kaibab National Forest\u2019s ponderosa pines and the powerful Rio Grande River as it cuts through the canyon walls. If you want a more adrenaline-fueled experience,\u00a0try skydiving over the deepest of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Take a hot air balloon ride in\u00a0<\/strong>Albuquerque<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Colorful<\/p>\n

Leave your worries on the ground, climb into a hot air balloon<\/a>, and play in the clouds. You\u2019ll witness the sun peek over the Sandia Mountains, bathing its golden peaks in reddish sunlight, as you float high above the slumbering city of Albuquerque<\/a>. View the specialty balloons take off over the Rio Grande from your rarefied perch with your best friends or romantic partner. If you\u2019re hooked on hot air balloons, visit Albuquerque in October for the International Balloon Fiesta. Observe hundreds of balloons take off at once, and catch the nighttime launches accompanied by a fireworks show.<\/p>\n

Watch the Seattle Storm & Omaha Storm Chasers<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Besides offering gorgeous cloudscapes to rival even Paris, Seattle boasts a superb meteorologically themed basketball team. See the\u00a0Seattle Storm<\/a>, 3-time WNBA champions, roll in and drench rivals Phoenix Mercury<\/a> at the Alaska Airlines Arena or the Angel of the Winds Arena. If you prefer baseball for your weather-inspired sports, check out the Omaha Storm Chasers<\/a>, a minor league affiliate of the Kansas City Royals<\/a>. Be sure to bring your rain gear and hang onto your hat!<\/p>\n

Tour New Zealand, \u201cLand of the Long White Cloud\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Clouds<\/p>\n

New Zealand is called Aotearoa in the Maori language, which translates to \u201cthe land of the long white cloud.\u201d Walk among the ancient kauri trees in Auckland\u2019s rainforest, admire Maori carvings, and enjoy a kiwi-style picnic<\/a> on the ruggedly beautiful cloudscape. You can also explore the glassy blue waters of Rotoroa Island<\/a>, a short ferry ride from downtown Auckland, or taste your way through the wineries and olive grove<\/a> of Waiheke Island.<\/p>\n

Explore weather science at your local museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

Head to Boston\u2019s world-famous Museum of Science to learn about stratocumulus clouds and how turbines generate energy from wind. Kids will particularly enjoy the hands-on experiments at Tampa\u2019s Museum of Science and Industry<\/a>. Or travel to Chicago\u2019s Museum of Science and Industry<\/a> to learn about terrifying and fascinating weather phenomena like tornadoes and avalanches through exhibits like \u201cTornado Alley\u201d and \u201cScience Storms.\u201d Local Expert Tip: Save money on multiple museums with a\u00a0<\/em>CityPASS<\/a><\/em>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Treat yourself at the spa<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"A<\/p>\n

If your perfect day in the clouds has more to do with puffy white towels than cumulonimbus formations, then book a spa treatment for yourself<\/a> with a view. Consider indulging in a warm coconut oil massage at Fiji\u2019s Bebe Spa<\/a> and absorbing a stunning view of the Pacific Ocean. For a truly cloud-like spa treatment, enjoy the soothing, condensation-like effects of a steam room<\/a> and eucalyptus oils.<\/p>\n

Enjoy cloud art in Houston & Chicago<\/strong><\/h3>\n

\"Chicago's<\/p>\n

Start your cloud quest at the reflective Cloud Column<\/em> sculpture outside Houston\u2019s Museum of Fine Arts<\/a>. Artist Anish Kapoor made both Houston\u2019s Cloud Column<\/em> and Chicago\u2019s Cloud Gate<\/em> (known locally as \u2018The Bean\u2019), and both massive reflective art pieces are worth a visit. See more cloud art, like Tokujin Yoshioka\u2019s Prismatic Cloud <\/em>installation, in Houston\u2019s One Allen Center skyscraper or in the Saga Prefectural Art Museum in Saga, Japan<\/a>. For the ultimate experience combining clouds and art, check out Dutch artist Berndnaut Smilde\u2019s exhibits. Smilde makes clouds in unusual locations and photographs their short, beautiful lives<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you want to check out cloud activities near you, then consider becoming a member of the Cloud Appreciation Society<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Daniel Palmer contributed to this post.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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