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24

May

There are plenty of works of literature set in real places. You can follow in the author’s footsteps, see what inspired them and blend your interpretation of the setting with what you see.
8 vacations based on books

There are plenty of works of literature set in real places. You can follow in the author’s footsteps, see what inspired them and blend your interpretation of the setting with what you see.

8 vacations based on books

20

May

10 of the top U.S. cities for nature lovers
An analysis of the nation’s largest metro areas reveals some of the top urban destinations for people who love the outdoors.

10 of the top U.S. cities for nature lovers

An analysis of the nation’s largest metro areas reveals some of the top urban destinations for people who love the outdoors.

07

May

People have been visiting geothermal springs for centuries. Some of these waters are rich in minerals and are thought to have healing properties. At the very least, spending time soaking in a naturally warmed pool can reduce stress and rejuvenate you. But not all geothermal springs can be enjoyed in this way. Many are simply too hot to enter safely and others emit toxic gases! But hot springs with the right conditions prove that you don’t have to give up a relaxing vacation to experience the best that Mother Nature has to offer. Here’s a sampling.
9 of the world’s most relaxing hot springs

People have been visiting geothermal springs for centuries. Some of these waters are rich in minerals and are thought to have healing properties. At the very least, spending time soaking in a naturally warmed pool can reduce stress and rejuvenate you. But not all geothermal springs can be enjoyed in this way. Many are simply too hot to enter safely and others emit toxic gases! But hot springs with the right conditions prove that you don’t have to give up a relaxing vacation to experience the best that Mother Nature has to offer. Here’s a sampling.

9 of the world’s most relaxing hot springs

06

May


 12 dinosaur theme parks  



If a movie screen just isn’t personal enough, there are a few places left to see dinosaurs in real 3-D.

If a movie screen just isn’t personal enough, there are a few places left to see dinosaurs in real 3-D.

03

May

10 unforgettable desert adventures

02

May

A B&B in Oregon reimagines the corn silo
You won’t find any Beatles at this Abbey Road, but you’ll love the goats and chickens.

A B&B in Oregon reimagines the corn silo

You won’t find any Beatles at this Abbey Road, but you’ll love the goats and chickens.

29

Apr

8 great vacations based on books
Deserts are most unique landscapes on Earth. Arid ecosystems aren’t teeming with wildlife in the same way that jungles or coral reefs are, but these austere areas are captivating nonetheless. In fact, the world’s driest regions are actually some of the best places to enjoy an eco-tourism adventure.
10 unforgettable desert adventures

Deserts are most unique landscapes on Earth. Arid ecosystems aren’t teeming with wildlife in the same way that jungles or coral reefs are, but these austere areas are captivating nonetheless. In fact, the world’s driest regions are actually some of the best places to enjoy an eco-tourism adventure.

10 unforgettable desert adventures

26

Apr

Underground attractions boast a sense of intrigue unlike almost anything you’re likely to see at street level. Many of these sites feature relics of the past, from speakeasy couches to stacks of human skulls. Want to enjoy the eerie vibe that comes from the world’s most interesting underground attractions? Check out our favorites.
10 underground tours full of history and mystery

Underground attractions boast a sense of intrigue unlike almost anything you’re likely to see at street level. Many of these sites feature relics of the past, from speakeasy couches to stacks of human skulls. Want to enjoy the eerie vibe that comes from the world’s most interesting underground attractions? Check out our favorites.

10 underground tours full of history and mystery

24

Apr

Is the tourism industry helping great apes?
In a controversial new book, primatologist Craig Stanford reveals the economics of conservation.

Is the tourism industry helping great apes?

In a controversial new book, primatologist Craig Stanford reveals the economics of conservation.