Trip Trivia

What to Know About the Newest National Park: New River Gorge

With 72,000 acres of protected land to explore, there’s a lot to learn about New River Gorge National Park, the 63rd U.S. national park...

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14 Important Keystone Species That Impact Our World

When an ecosystem loses one or more of its keystone species, it alters biodiversity. Here are 14 keystone species and why they're significant to our planet...

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10 Beautiful Botanic Gardens Around the World

These breathtaking floral displays are some of the most wonderful attractions. Here are 10 of the most beautiful collections sure to take your breath away...

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7 Famous Trees You Should Know About

Famous trees take root in some of the most surprising places around the world. Check out these seven iconic trees you should know about...

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17 Mesmerizing Places to See Flowers Bloom

There are many destinations around the world where enjoying extraordinary blossoms is possible. Here are 17 mesmerizing locations to find flowers...

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What (and Where) Are the 7 Natural Wonders of the World?

These places are so magnificent, they simply must be seen in one’s lifetime. Here are the seven natural wonders of the world...

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17 Geological Wonders You Never Knew Existed

From hidden waterfalls in Bosnia to otherworldly stone formations in Czechia, here are 17 geological wonders you never knew existed...

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America's 17 Most Beautiful CCC (Civilian Conservation Corps) Projects

In total, the CCC worked on over 800 parks across the United States. These are some of the most beautiful CCC projects you can still visit today...

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20 Underrated State Parks in the U.S.

Many state parks are just as majestic as national parks. Here are 20 incredible state parks in the U.S. that are often unnoticed...

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19 of the Most Beautiful Lakes Around the World

There are dozens of other pristine bodies of water around the world. Here are 19 of the most beautiful lakes you’ve probably never even heard of...

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What Is Forest Bathing? (And Why You Should Try It)

The Japanese practice of forest bathing can help lower stress levels while forging a connection with nature — and it’s easier to do than you might think...

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6 Places in the U.S. That Are Even Better to Visit During Winter

Why wrestle the crowds when you can explore an off-season spot instead? These six places in the U.S. are just as fantastic in January as they are in July...

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7 Things You Didn’t Know About the North Pole

The North Pole is most associated with Santa Claus, but what will you find if you visit? Here are seven things you might not know about this magical place...

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What (and Where) Is the Black Sea?

The Black Sea is one of the world’s most fascinating bodies of water — here's what you need to know...

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How to Visit Churchill, Manitoba: The Polar Bear Capital of the World

Here’s all you need to know about the small town in Manitoba that’s considered the “polar bear capital of the world.”...

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Beyond Bigfoot: 7 Mythical Monsters and Where to “Find” Them in the U.S.

Mythical creatures apart from Bigfoot perhaps call Earth home. According to legend, these seven cryptids live in different spots around the U.S...

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The Most Photogenic Natural Wonder in Every State

Whether you’re looking for the perfect Instagram selfie or you want to flex those photography muscles, we’ve picked the most photogenic spots you can visit in every state...

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6 Beach Towns Worth Exploring in the Off-Season

The lifeguards are off-duty, but these scenic locales still offer fantastic food, wildlife, architecture, and culture — without the crowds of summer. Discover a new way to fall in love with the shore in these six beach towns across the...

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What (and Where) Are International Dark Sky Places?

It’s easier to find places where you can still see the night skies brilliantly lit with stars, thanks to the International Dark Sky Places Program...

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7 Hikes Across the U.S. You've Never Heard Of

Venture out on a trail more off the beaten track — literally. Set out to find solitude on one of these hiking trails you’ve probably never even heard of...