Most people associate the city of Los Angeles with rows of palm trees, endless sunshine, and plenty of posh places to eat, drink, and be seen. Lots of folks are unaware that Los Angeles is also home to an ancient crude oil reserve that trapped countless plants and animals in its sticky pools. The La…
For decades, travelers driving the rustic road between Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska have been captivated by a large concrete igloo which locals lovingly refer to as the “Parks Highway Igloo.” The Parks Highway Igloo was supposed to be the centerpiece of a resort town called Igloo City, but building code infractions prevented the building from…
Sintra, Portugal is swiftly becoming one of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations. Eccentric palaces, misty forests, and stunning beaches draw enthusiastic crowds year-round. Sintra is home to some of Europe’s most unforgettable architecture. The ruins of a Moorish castle are adjacent to the esoteric palace of an eccentric millionaire. Visitors often feel as though they…
No great American road trip is complete without driving along the winding roads of the breathtaking Blue Ridge Parkway. The Blue Ridge Parkway is over 460 miles long, and spans North Carolina and Virginia. There is no better way to experience the enchanting beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains than to drive through some of…
According to Ottawa and Chippewa lore, two stately sea stacks on a small island in Lake Huron are the stone bodies of two star-crossed lovers. The pair boarded a boat to escape to an island so that they could evade their disapproving families. The unlucky lovers were turned to stone by a disgruntled spirit as…
Even those who are well-acquainted with the state of Utah’s countless natural wonders may not be familiar with a cloistered hot spring called the Utah Crater. Located in scenic Midway, Utah at the Homestead Resort, the Utah Crater is a 55-foot deep thermal pool encased in rounded stone. The Utah Crater features toasty water—90-95 degrees…
After spending decades wandering the globe creating art, sculptor and painter Jorge Selaron knew that he wanted to settle in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro as soon as he arrived there. Jorge Selaron—who is originally from Chile—instantly fell in love with Rio’s vibrant music, delectable food, and robust art scene. Jorge Selaron sold…
The Bay of Fundy in Canada—which is located between Nova Scotia and New Brunswick—is home to the most dramatic high tide on Earth. Most days, the tide surges about 40 feet, but has been known to swell as high as 53 feet. Depending on the time of day, visitors can explore dramatic arches and stacked…
