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Siberia's Lake Baikal Is the World's Oldest and Weirdest
Lake Baikal is a massive, ancient lake in the mountainous Russian region of Siberia. It's home to nearly 4,000 different species, earning it the nickname the 'Galapagos of Russia.'
Mesa Verde National Park Preserves Sky-high Native American Cliff Dwellings
The mysterious and beautiful cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park lie at an altitude of 7,000 feet and are some of the oldest Native American archaeological sites in the United States.
Fenn's Treasure Has Been Found!
A reclusive millionaire hid a treasure somewhere in the Rocky Mountains between Santa Fe, New Mexico, and the Canadian border in 2010. Some lucky hunter finally found it.
A Guide to the Serengeti, Home of the Great Migration
The Serengeti in Africa is famous for being home to the "big five" and the annual migration of more than 1.5 million wildebeest. We'll tell you what else makes this place so special.
What Does It Mean to Be an Explorer Today?
It sometimes seems that, with Google maps and GPS and every-step-you-take tracking, there couldn't possibly be an unturned stone anywhere on the planet, but that's far from true.
Quiz: Is This Spot North or South of the Equator?
You probably know that the equator is the imaginary line that divides Earth into the Northern and Southern hemispheres. But do you know on which side of 0 degrees latitude these famous landmarks fall?
Get to Know Denmark's Gorgeous Faroe Islands in 11 Stunning Facts
People around the globe are just beginning to discover the beautiful Faroe Islands. With little crime, lovely scenery and lots of puffins, here are 11 things to know about this unique destination.
9 Cultural Activities You Can Experience Virtually
You might be stuck at home under quarantine, but that doesn't mean you can't get your cultural fix, virtually, anyway. Here are nine amazing choices.
5 Things a Travel Adviser Does That You Totally Can't
Who's gonna get you the best hotel deal or tell you not to take that cruise during an outbreak of the latest super bug? Your travel adviser, that's who.
Alabama Memorial Remembers the 4,400-plus Who Were Lynched in the U.S.
The lynching memorial and its sister project, the Legacy Museum, in Montgomery, Alabama, cause Americans to reflect on a past they'd rather forget or know little about. We pay a visit.
What's the Worst Seat on the Plane?
Although there are many contenders for this dubious honor, experts have one particular seat in mind.
Lapland Is the Land of Eight Seasons
Four measly seasons may not be enough. The Sámi people of Lapland say their region's eight seasons better express their lifestyle and the cycles of their land. So, what are these seasons?
Flower-covered Floats Blossom at the Annual Rose Parade
The Rose Parade is an iconic New Year's Day tradition for millions of spectators. And it's the floral-decorated floats that always wow the crowds.
The Snowy Dunes of White Sands National Monument Witnessed Atomic History
These brilliant gypsum dunes are the largest in the world and near the site of the first atomic bomb detonation in 1945. They're also renowned for their Instagram-ready landscapes. Our writer went for a visit.
Machu Picchu: The Secrets of This Fabled Mountaintop City
The twisting trail wasn’t the most direct route, but its heart-pounding ascents past other ceremonial sites built suspense for the final reveal.
8 Crazy Facts About the Washington Monument
From the beginning, this project was mired in political infighting, lack of funds and construction delays. Sounds familiar? Find out more intriguing facts about the Washington Monument.
Hiking el Caminito del Rey, Once the World's Most Dangerous Trail
Our writer shares her experience of hiking Spain's el Caminito del Rey, once considered the world's most dangerous path. It was closed for 15 years after five people died on it and reopened in 2015 as a new, improved attraction.
Dark Tourism: 6 Spots That Draw the Morbidly Curious
These destinations are definitely for folks drawn to the dark side of life.
20 Facts About the Statue of Liberty
The Statue of Liberty has symbolized freedom across the world for more than a century. But there's a lot more to Lady Liberty's story.
The Illustrious History of the Statue of Liberty
Lady Liberty has stood in New York Harbor for more than a century, symbolizing freedom to the millions of refugees who have emigrated to the shores of the United States.
All the Presidents Busts Are Decaying in a Virginia Field
It could be your last chance to check out the colossal statues of the first 43 presidents' heads — yes, heads.
Snake Island: A Viper-infested Hellscape
The island of Ilha da Queimada Grande off the coast of Brazil is home to an estimated 2,000 to 4,000 venomous snakes, which translates to about one snake every 3 feet. Watch where you step.
Slide Down Daredevil's Peak
HowStuffWorks sails with Royal Caribbean to see how North America's tallest waterslide, Daredevil's Peak, works!
Beware If You Travel the Devil's Highway
Thousands of people died trying to cross it over the decades. Even today, it's not a trip for the faint-hearted.
5 Funniest National Comedy Center Highlights
The $50 million facility was designated as the country's official cultural institution for comedy by the U.S. Congress. So what's inside?
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