Cities such as Santa Fe and Taos attract travelers from the four corners of the globe who enjoy art, the stark beauty of the desert, and a distinctive culture that is steeped in Latino and Native American traditions. New Mexico is also home to several lesser-known vibrant, interesting small towns. Silver City is a hidden…
From the 1800s until 1920, Granville, Tennessee—which is located approximately one hour east of Nashville—was a thriving riverboat town. After riverboat travel declined, Granville transformed into a vibrant farm town. In the 1970s, much of Granville’s farmland receded into the Cumberland River and Granville steadily became a ghost town that risked fading into oblivion. In…
The picturesque town of Riquewihr—which is located in the Alsace region of France near the borders of Germany and Switzerland—is unique among quaint French towns because it didn’t sustain heavy damage during World War II. When you arrive in Riquewihr, you will feel as though you have traveled back in time. Visitors can view a…
After Crowley Lake was first created in Mono County, California in 1941 due to the construction of the Long Valley Dam, onlookers noticed some striking rock formations along the eastern shore that looked like spindly columns. At first glance, casual observers wondered if they had stumbled upon an ancient temple that had been lost in…
Nyhavn is an instantly recognizable canal in Copenhagen that is lined with brightly colored townhouses. Sailors, travelers, and Danish citizens have been captivated by Nyhavn since it was first constructed in the 1600s. Denmark‘s most famous canal certainly had rough-and-tumble beginnings, as it was once populated by rowdy sailors who were famous for drinking heavily…
Longyearbyen—which is located in the remote Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard—is a rugged mining town that has blossomed into a unique tourist destination that allows travelers to experience the stunning beauty of the Arctic. Visitors can view the northern lights, explore an ice cave, or attend a festival celebrating the return of the sun at the…
Lake District National Park is home to 16 pristine lakes, several towering mountains, and ancient woodlands that are so beautiful you’ll swear that you have stepped into the pages of an enchanted fairy tale. Visitors can paddleboard, take a boat tour, and cruise around a crystal-clear lake, or hike along an extensive network of trails…
Helmcken Falls—which is located in British Columbia—is so strikingly gorgeous that a Provincial Park was proposed to protect the falls shortly after land surveyor Robert Henry Lee first encountered them in 1913. Today, Wells Gray Provincial Park is home to 41 waterfalls, including the ever-magnificent Helmcken Falls. Countless nature lovers consider Helmcken Falls to be…
