Odds are that when you think of Kit-Kats, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, and Chocolate Kisses, roller coasters, wild animals and concerts don't necessarily spring to mind? That is, unless you've been lucky enough to visit Hershey Park in Hershey, Pennsylvania – the sweetest place on Earth!

As you can probably guess, it's where Hershey candies are made…but that's not all! Here are four reasons why Hershey is a fantastic spot for your family vacation.

#1: The Park – Rides Galore!
One of the things that makes Hershey Park perfect for families with kids of differing ages is that, there you'll find over 60 rides, falling into four categories: family, water, coasters, and kiddie. On a sizzling hot day, make sure you check out Canyon River Rapids, a four-minute white-water rafting adventure that is guaranteed to leave you soaking wet and cooled down.

If slower (and dry) rides are more your speed, you'll find plenty of unique attractions. One, for example, is the Kissing Tower. You hop into an enclosed cabin with Hershey Kiss-shaped windows, and it ascends 250-ft. into the air, giving you a bird's-eye view of the park.