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While we may be sheltering at home, that won't stop us from exploring the world and getting inspired for our next adventure. Here are five ways a passionate traveler can cope with wanderlust from home...

Eggs aren't just a breakfast staple — they're an incredibly versatile ingredient found in many global cuisines. Here are eight unique recipes to put those eggs in the fridge to good use...

Even for the most avid explorers, this planet of ours hides more than a few surprises — these 20 facts will change how you look at the world...

These UNESCO World Heritage Sites are not as well-known as their more famous counterparts, but they are just as remarkable...

If you're a fan of horticulture and legends, you don't want to miss these five famous trees with unique stories. Here's where to find them...

The pause in global travel has given travelers the unprecedented opportunity to step back and examine how things have been done — and how they can improve in a post-quarantine world. Here are seven predictions on how travel could change...

National flags represent the values of countries. These banners of sovereignty often sport unique designs. Here are eight of the most unique...

People from around the world bake bread using ingredients and methods unique to their culture. Check out these five delicious breads from around the world...

When it comes to your favorite foods, the cooking techniques and ingredients are adapted and perfected somewhere far from where they originated, making for some surprising food history. Learn where 20 of the world’s most popular foods actually came from...

Throughout history, countries have changed their names for political and cultural reasons. Here are 10 original country names we bet you've never heard of...

Just because you're in a virtual gathering, not out in the world, doesn't mean you should settle for a boring Zoom background. Here are 12 incredible backgrounds to inspire your next bucket-list trip...

If you want to see examples of big, bold, weird architecture, here are six notably out-there buildings to visit around the world...

If you love studying languages and are up for a challenge, consider learning one of these five difficult languages for English speakers...

Don't find yourself struggling to say the name of the city you're traveling in. Here's how to pronounce these six international cities...

We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here With extra time on your hands, it’s a great opportunity to master a new skill. You can practice these four arts and crafts traditions from across the...

The Great Wall of China has been a marvel for centuries. Think you know everything about the wall? Here are 10 things you probably never knew...

Getting or creating tattoos are rich cultural traditions in many parts of the world. These six tattoo styles have interesting histories and techniques...

We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here If you spend most of your day behind a computer screen, you probably relish getting outside — and for good reason. Studies have proven that spending time...

We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here Where some see an architectural flaw, others see beauty — or at least a photo op. While the Leaning Tower of Pisa may be the most famous...

One marker of a great city is the ability for people to move around with ease. Public transportation is a key component to the success of a modern-day city, and these five mass transit systems represent the cities that have figured...

While those stateside may cross their fingers or hang a colorful rabbit's foot from their keychain, those elsewhere follow different routines when searching for a bit of good luck. Here are six good luck traditions from around the world. Saying "Rabbit Rabbit" Credit: CaptaiN...

If you want to book a safari, you will most likely search the best spot in Africa to catch sight of the big five (lions, elephants, leopards, rhinoceroses, and Cape buffalo). Yet, Africa isn't the only place to turn to for a...

Many of the world's greatest wonders are forged by natural forces. Soaring mountains, glacial fjords, and breathtaking underwater trenches are all part of our global ecosystem. However, the ingenuity, creativity, and ambition that goes into designing some of the world's most impressive cities...

India's stepwells — known as vav or baoli depending on the region — are enormous, sophisticated structures that have been around since approximately A.D. 600. While many of them have fallen into disrepair, there are quite a few that have been well maintained...

We have a tendency to shorten names to make writing and speaking a bit easier. Michael becomes Mike. William becomes Bill. Aunt Bernadette becomes Aunt B. This isn't limited to people's names, by the way; it goes for countries too. Check out the...