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Coolcations: Travel to Stay Cool While Temps Rise
As temperatures rise and heatwaves intensify, a new summer travel trend is gaining significant momentum: the coolcation. Instead of chasing sunshine, travelers are planning summer vacations to escape the heat.
Visiting the Virgins: St. Croix in the USVI
St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands offers lush island scenery, excellent snorkeling, serpentine roads, America's easternmost point, and a perfect getaway from harsh winter weather.
How Long Does It Take to Renew a Passport, and What Can You Do if You Need It Fast?
Passport renewal takes longer than most travelers expect. Here's how to speed up the process if you need your passport immediately!
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How to Easily Plan and Organize Your Dream Trip to Japan
If visiting Japan is your dream, this is the guide for you! Take these steps to get the basic planning details out of the way so that you can focus on fun and exploration.
The Psychology Behind Our Need for Wilderness
The urge to leave the city behind is innate. Next time you feel it, treat it as an invitation to refresh your mind and body!
The Victorian Scientist Who Tried to Eat the Entire Animal Kingdom
William Buckland was a respected Victorian theologian, geologist, and paleontologist who set an outlandish lifelong goal of eating his way through every creature in the animal kingdom.
The Red Ghost of the Arizona Desert
In the 1880s, ranchers across Arizona reported sightings of a monster. It was a massive red beast that trampled through camps with a human skeleton riding on its back. What was the Red Ghost really?
This Nevada Geyser Exists Because of Two Human Mistakes 50 Years Apart
Fly Geyser was created by two different people who made two different mistakes, five decades apart. Now it's a very cool geological spot you can visit in the American West.
The Three Lighthouse Keepers Who Vanished Without a Trace
Just before Christmas 1900, the Flannan Isles Lighthouse went dark and the three keepers disappeared. What happened to them?
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The U.S. and Britain Almost Went to War Over a Potato-Stealing Pig
A potato-stealing pig almost pushed America and England into war. Let's talk about the Pig War: a garden dispute that turned into an international incident.
The Galapagos Has a 200-Year-Old Post Office Run by Travelers
How do you send mail from the Galapagos Islands, where there's no post office? Well, an informal system that relies on the kindness of strangers is actually pretty effective here!
Tanzania’s Lake Natron Turns Animals to Stone
This lake is beside an active volcano, with bright red water that can reach 140 degrees Fahrenheit. And you can find animals that have been turned to stone along its shores.
Champagne Is One of the Only Wines Still Harvested Entirely by Hand
Nearly every major wine region on Earth uses machines to bring in the harvest - Champagne does not allow it. Here's how hand-picking protects the quality of the wine.
Pineapples Used to Be Luxury Rentals
For about 150 years, Europe absolutely lost its mind over a piece of fruit. Here's how a kid's snack today cost thousands of pounds in yesteryear.
The Library of Alexandria Wasn’t Destroyed Overnight
The Library of Alexandria was one of the most important research institutions in the world. And political instability, lack of funding, and cronyism destroyed it.
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Did You Know Scotland’s National Animal Is a Unicorn?
Most countries pick a real creature to stand for the nation…and Scotland chose a unicorn. Here's why it makes sense, and where you can see unicorns still!
Mount Everest Is Getting Taller Every Year
Did you know that Mount Everest grows by a couple of centimeters every year? It's not a lot on a human timescale, but it's crazy on a geological one!
Hope Springs Eternal: Biking, Birding and Bathing in Central Florida
Central Florida's Apopka is definitely worth a day trip - highlights in this story include wildlife sightings, free diving, and a planned 26-mile spring-to-spring trail—plus a natural, spring-fed lazy river.
The Cats of Casablanca
The cats around Casablanca aren't exactly strays, and they're not owned by anyone specifically. A restaurant owner might leave out scraps, and a family might refill a water dish or open a can of tuna. Here are a few you'll find wandering around here.
The Water That Makes the Wine: Madeira’s Levadas and a Volcanic Island’s Agricultural Genius
Madeira has produced wine since the late 1400s, and Funchal's position as a maritime port helped it travel widely. Let's explore this island destination famous for its wine production!
10 Family Road Trip Stops Fun For Kids – And Where Adults Won’t Be Bored Either
These ten amazing road trip stops earn their place on the itinerary for everyone in the car. Some are natural showstoppers, some are a little weird, and a few are both.
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8 U.S. Cities Where $3,000 a Month Goes Further Than You’d Think
The national median rent for a one-bedroom apartment hit $1,510 in April 2026. The eight cities featured here all come in comfortably under that number.
Coolcations: Travel to Stay Cool While Temps Rise
As temperatures rise and heatwaves intensify, a new summer travel trend is gaining significant momentum: the coolcation. Instead of chasing sunshine, travelers are planning summer vacations to escape the heat.
Happy Birthday, Gemini! Here Are 12 Travel Destinations Perfect for Your Style
Geminis are curious, versatile, and love variety. If you're a Gemini looking for a fabulous vacation destination, here are 12 that may speak to you!
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2026: Tiana, Beverly & a Carriage Ride
EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2026 runs from March 4 through June 1. Here are a few highlights from this year's festival, including food, drink, and creative gardening!
Bigger in Texas: Three Nights on Amtrak’s Texas Eagle
Amtrak's Texas Eagle is the system's only three-night ride. Travel with the author on this journey from LA, to San Antonio, and finally to Chicago!
13 Tips for Embracing Eco-Friendly Travel
Being an eco-conscious traveler ensures that the destinations we love are protected for future generations to enjoy—here are 13 ways to do it!
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Happy Birthday, Taurus! Here Are 12 Travel Destinations Perfect for Your Style
As a Taurus, you love to slow down, enjoy the moment, and immerse yourself in places that offer relaxation, culture, and, most importantly, some pampering!
Your Introduction to Japan’s Kanamara Matsuri Festival: The Annual Party Dedicated to Sexual Health and Prosperity
Held every spring, the Kanamara Matsuri - commonly known as the Japanese Penis Festival - is a celebration of prosperity, health, and fertility. Here's what to expect at this unique festival!
Every Day is Earth Day in the Peruvian Andes
Earth Day first started in 1970, and while that may seem a long time...compared to the history of the Peruvian Andes, it’s a nanosecond!
10 Alternative Spring Break Destinations & Ideas That Are Affordable
Spring break costs have reached record levels, but that shouldn't deter you from taking an amazing trip. Check out these affordable destinations and activities for spring break on a budget!
Ready for Oktoberfest? All About Its History & What to Expect at Oktoberfest Munich 2026!
Oktoberfest started in 1810 as a marriage celebration, and has evolved into a multi-week festival of Bavarian culture. Here's your guide to Oktoberfest's history and what to expect as a participant!
Happy Birthday, Aries! Here Are 12 Travel Destinations Perfect for Your Style
Aries crave challenges, excitement, and spontaneity—so you may love these destinations that allow you to push your physical limits and explore!