Does the click of a shutter raise your heart rate? The National Geographic Traveler's photography contest is accepting entries from amateur shutter-bugs. Photos are judged on how they capture the spirit of a travel destination on film. Consult the Web for details: www.nationalgeographic.com/traveler. Prizes include a trip for two to China and a Maine windjammer cruise for two. This is not for procrastinators. Entries must be postmarked by Aug. 15. The merit award winner is of Antelope Canyon, taken by Korakoch Sansaneeyavanich.
SMARTEN UP
Look for the most comprehensive display on the life and theories of Albert Einstein at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City. It opens Nov. 15 and runs through next July. Scientific manuscripts, original letters and other documents from the Albert Einstein Archives at The Hebrew University in Jerusalem will be on exhibit. The museum is open daily (except Thanksgiving and Christmas) from 10 a.m. to 5:45 p.m. www.amnh.org.
TOPS IN VEGAS
The most popular shows in the entertainment capital, according to The Reservation Company, which sells tickets online to Las Vegas shows.
1. Blue Man Group
2. Lord of the Dance
3. Danny Gans
4. EFX Alive, Starring Rick Springfield
5. Jubilee
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