Nothing says vacation like a beach boardwalk, where millions of travelers flock to indulge in their favorite guilty pleasures every year. In Bikinis & Boardwalks, specialty cameras will be mounted on everything, from surfers braving the waves to the helmets of active Army Parachute Specialists, as they rain down from over 12,000 feet above the boardwalk at the annual Atlantic City Air Show. We'll go behind the scenes and meet the world famous candy makers as they go through 10,000 pounds of taffy a day trying to satisfy tourists' insatiable sweet tooth! And just when you think you've seen it all, viewers will get an insider entrée to the country's last Circus Sideshow at Coney Island's Boardwalk - with never-before-given access to the sword swallowers, sorcerers, fire-eaters and more! From the sinfully delicious foods and adrenaline-pumping thrill rides, to the unexpected nearby attractions and miles of gorgeous beach - this will be an all-access pass to summer's most sizzling destinations, and the inside scoop on what makes these playgrounds the ultimate summer hotspots. (Source: The Travel Channel)
Episode Info
Summer in Chicago means packing a lot of fun into a very short season. For Meggan and Sam, kayaking is right at the top of their summer bucket list. They meet up with Dave for a lesson at the Chicago harbor. It's a good time on the great lakes! Americans Dawn, Betty, and Lisa are beach hopping, and their first stop is Ftelia beach on the north coast. This beach is known as the windsurfer's paradise, and on any given day, the wind can blow over 20 miles per hour. The girls cruise to their next spot on the west side of the island, Kapari beach. A secluded spot known for breathtaking sunsets, but to get there, you have to hike down a sandy trail and climb down a steep hill, made of rocks! Dawn, Lisa, and Betty are up to the task. It's not an easy journey, but it is the most rewarding.
In Panama City beach, Florida, it's all about the comfort food. Chef Dee is a local serving up culinary creations from his hometown, with a Louisiana twist. First up is the classic po-boy sub, and it's not a real southern treat if it's not fried. Southern isn't the only thing on this menu. Chow down on some Latin styled churrasco made with skirt steak and with a tangy flair. Massive meals are the only way to eat, in the party paradise of Panama City beach, Florida. Luisa is a local trying her hand at extreme flyboarding over the Caribbean waves, and it's not so easy. The flyboard's 180-horse power takes some getting used to. After many falls into the water, persistence pays off and Luisa gets in a couple of great runs.