20 Geography Facts You've Always Wondered About
From the deepest point in the world to the Earth’s real age, here are 20 geography facts you’ve always wondered about...
Americas
10 of the Happiest Cities in the U.S.
The U.S. offers a wide variety of unique cities to call home. If happiness is your goal, these cities should be at the top of your list. ...
10 National Landmarks to See at Least Once in Your Life
No matter what style of vacation you’re setting out on, the U.S. has a national landmark to suit all types of travel wish lists...
15 of the Biggest Parades in the U.S.
While just about every town in the United States has reason for at least one parade a year, some have grown into massive events that attract crowds of thousands or even millions of spectators. ...
9 of the Most Beautiful Train Stations Around the World
As the point on the map where a journey begins or ends, railway stations take on a sort of sacred meaning for many travelers. Swipe your ticket at these nine cathedrals of train travel...
12 Monuments That Remain a Mystery
Around the world, there are still plenty of human-made monuments that boggle the minds of even the most acclaimed scientists and archaeologists. Here are 12 such monuments that remain a mystery...
7 of the Quirkiest Architectural Landmarks in the U.S.
Visionary (and sometimes eccentric) architects have left their marks on the American landscape by building structures that refuse to follow the standard formula of four walls and a roof...
17 Indigenous Monuments in the U.S. You Should Know About
While Indigenous history is often overlooked, the true human history of the lands we live on date back thousands of years. Check out these 17 landmarks that explore Indigenous history...
7 Clever Wildlife Crossings Around the World
From crab bridges on Christmas Island to toad tunnels in California, check out these seven creative ways for wildlife to pass safely across roadways...
8 of the Largest Reservoirs in North America
Building a dam leads to the creation of enormous artificial lakes known as reservoirs. From California to the Canadian province of Québec, here are eight of the largest reservoirs in North America...
15 Underrated Natural Wonders in the American Southwest
Here are 15 unexpected locales to seek out on your next adventure in the American Southwest...
8 Delicious International Desserts You’ve Never Heard Of
From Romanian “chimney cakes” to Hawaii’s beloved butter mochi, here are eight delicious desserts to add to your international sweet tooth bucket list...
8 Things You Didn’t Know About Banff National Park
Here are eight fascinating facts about Banff National Park, Canada's most visited national park...
11 Regional U.S. Pizza Styles You Need to Try
Pizza originated in 18th-century Naples, Italy, but since then, Americans have made it their own. Check out 11 of the most delicious regional pizza styles in the U.S...
16 Spectacular Pyramids Around the World (That Aren't in Egypt)
For millennia, pyramids have been beguiling humankind with their striking triangular-shaped appearances. But while Egypt might have the most famous pyramids, that only scratches the surface of the weird and wonderful pyramidal structures around the world...
8 States That Were Almost Named Something Else
While it may be hard to imagine now, the U.S. map could have looked very different from the one we know so well today. Here are eight states that almost had entirely different names...
10 Gorgeous Cafes You'll Never Want to Leave
The key to finding idyllic coffee culture is all in the atmosphere. Take a look at 10 of the most stunning places to sip a cup of joe around the world...
7 Things You Didn't Know About the Andes Mountains
Stretching 4,500 miles long in South America, the Andes are the world's largest mountain range. Here are 10 things you probably didn’t know about these incredible mountains...
10 Incredible Castles, Palaces, and Fortresses You Can Stay In
Ever wanted to live like royalty for the night? In some corners of the world, you’ll find luxury hotels repurposed from former castles, chateaus, fortresses, and palaces right out of your fairy-tale dreams...
10 Unique U.S. Hotels That Used to Be Something Else Entirely
These 10 extraordinary hotels around the U.S. were reimagined from old factory buildings, long-shuttered nunneries, crumbling city jailhouses, and defunct steel mills...
7 of the Most Unique, Top-Secret, Off-Limits Places in the World
Some people can’t resist a challenge. But when it comes to these seven unique places around the world, good luck — they’re either completely illegal for outsiders to visit or next to impossible to secure access. ...
10 Sunniest Cities in the U.S.
Warm sun on your face not only feels good, but it is also scientifically proven to make us happier and healthier. Looking to maximize your glow? These are the 10 sunniest cities in America...
15 Under-the-Radar Spots in the U.S. We Almost Feel Bad Talking About
Our favorite vacation spots blend the best of both worlds: plenty of things to see and do but also not overrun with other visitors. Here are some of the best-kept travel secrets in the U.S...
6 Can’t-Miss Fall Festivals Around the U.S.
Sweater weather, striking foliage, and ample reasons to sip cider means fall is officially here. To celebrate the season, here are six autumn festivals to fall in love with...
7 of the Best U.S. Cities for Ghost Tours
One of the best ways to celebrate the spooky season? On a bone-chilling ghost tour. Here are seven cities with some of the coolest, spookiest, and most illuminating ghost tours you can take in America...