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Travel destinations are the stuff of daydreams and memories. Discover the many options available such as adventure travel, city guides and family vacations.

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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.

By Melanie Radzicki McManus Nov 27, 2019 Destinations / National Parks

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.

By Dave Roos Oct 22, 2019 Famous Landmarks / Places of Interest

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.

By Dave Roos Oct 9, 2019 Famous Landmarks / Places of Interest

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.

By Melanie Radzicki McManus Sep 30, 2019 Destinations / Adventure Travel

Dark Tourism: 6 Spots That Draw the Morbidly Curious

These destinations are definitely for folks drawn to the dark side of life.

By Chris Opfer Sep 6, 2019 Famous Landmarks / Places of Interest

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.

By Sarah Gleim Aug 30, 2019 Famous Landmarks / Landmarks

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.

By Michelle Konstantinovsky Aug 29, 2019 Famous Landmarks / Landmarks

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.

By Michelle Konstantinovsky Aug 27, 2019 Famous Landmarks / Places of Interest

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.

By Jesslyn Shields Aug 14, 2019 Destinations / Adventure Travel

Slide Down Daredevil's Peak

HowStuffWorks sails with Royal Caribbean to see how North America's tallest waterslide, Daredevil's Peak, works!

Destinations / Theme Parks

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.

By Nathan Chandler May 15, 2019 Destinations / National Parks

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?

By Michelle Konstantinovsky May 3, 2019 Famous Landmarks / Museums & Tours

HowStuffWorks: Get Hooked on the Extreme Sport of Zip Lining

HowStuffWorks heads to Historic Banning Mills, the world's largest zip line canopy park, to learn the science behind how zip line courses speed through the trees.

Destinations / Adventure Travel

7 Ways to Pack a Smarter Suitcase

You might think it's impossible to fit a week's worth of clothes into a carry-on, but with our packing tips, it's a piece of cake.

By Dave Roos Travel Guide / Travel Tips

7 U.S. National Parks Hardly Anyone Visits

Not every national park is a traffic jam like Yellowstone. Some barely get any visitors. Which parks are these and why do they get so little love?

By Nathan Chandler Mar 4, 2019 Destinations / National Parks

It's Muggle Madness at London's Platform 9 ¾

It may not get you to Hogwarts, but it's still fun to take your picture there.

By Kristen Hall-Geisler Dec 20, 2018 Famous Landmarks / Places of Interest

The Taj Mahal Is Turning Green: The Struggle to Preserve Priceless Monuments

India's Supreme Court ordered the government to either tear down the Taj Mahal or spend the money to restore it properly. Why is repairing famous landmarks such an uphill battle?

By Dave Roos Aug 1, 2018 Famous Landmarks / Landmarks

5 New UNESCO World Heritage Sites That Exemplify the List

The World Heritage Committee added 19 new sites: 13 cultural, three natural and three mixed sites to its list, bringing the total number to more than 1,000 in 167 countries.

By Michelle Konstantinovsky Jul 13, 2018 Famous Landmarks / Landmarks

10 Ways to Avoid Being a Beach Bummer

When you hit the beach this summer, don't forget to bring good beach etiquette.

By Michelle Konstantinovsky Jul 2, 2018 Destinations / Coastal and Lake Vacations

All Aboard for Our Roller Coaster Quiz!

Find out who has the oldest, the fastest, and most dangerous roller coasters with our quiz.

By Nathan Chandler Destinations / Theme Parks

HowStuffWorks Visits the Parthenon in Nashville

HowStuffWorks headed to the Parthenon in Nashville, Tennessee for some exploring and discovery in a new 2018 Chevy Traverse, fully equipped with amazing navigational features including Apple CarPlay and OnStar, great for our adventures courtesy of our partners at Chevrolet.

Destinations / Theme Parks