International Cryptozoology Museum founder Loren Coleman isn’t on a mission to prove that mysterious creatures such as Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster exist. Instead, Coleman encourages visitors to draw their own conclusions from compelling evidence—such as supposedly authentic fecal matter that a ferocious snow creature left in its wake. Cryptozoology is essentially the study…
It is no secret that the state of Utah is home to some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes on planet Earth. Zion, Arches, and Bryce National Park attract millions of enthusiastic visitors each year. Capitol Reef National Park is just as stunning as any of Utah’s other celebrated natural wonders, but it is so remote…
At some point, every one of us has experienced the agony of taking a trip to the grocery store, only to learn that our favorite sweet treat has been discontinued. Vermont-based ice cream makers Ben & Jerry want the public to know that they feel our pain. In 1997, Ben & Jerry created a Flavor…
Europe is one of the worldβs most popular travel destinations, and itβs not hard to see why. The continent has everything, from sunny beaches to snowy plains. If you intend to visit Europe this year but donβt have a large budget, you will be pleased to know that thatβs not going to stop you. Europe…
Acadia National Park is one of the few places in the Northeastern United States where city dwellers can catch their breath and enjoy the unspoiled beauty of nature. Home to jagged mountains, dense forests, and a breathtaking coastline—Acadia National Park is often referred to as one of the National Park System’s most resplendent crown jewels….
Spend a Semester or Year in a German University City There are plenty of university cities in Germany, and study abroad opportunities for students of German and other subjects abound. Learn more about studying in Germany. Since Germany is home to some of the oldest universities in the world, the cities in which they are…
Manatees are often referred to as the gentle giants of the sea. They spend their lives slowly drifting from river, to bay, to canal—grazing on aquatic plants along the way. In most areas, it is illegal to intentionally swim with a manatee. Crystal River, Florida is the rare exception. Visitors can float alongside mellow manatees…
On the eastern body of Italy lies the Adriatic Sea. It is a body of water that separates Italy from the Balkans and is also the most northern extension of the Mediterranean Sea. This location has a unique geographical position in that, on one end, it is connected to the cold climate of the Balkan…