Planning an adventure in the Pacific? The region provides an incredible selection of stunning islands, each of which has its own unique virtues. Whether youโre looking to spend your time hiking up the side of a volcano, or lounging on a pristine white beach, the chances are good that youโll find a destination that suits…
When most people are asked to name the oldest city in the United States, they say St. Augustine, Florida—which was founded in 1565. The gorgeous island of Puerto Rico—which has been a United States territory since 1917—is home to a walled city called Old San Juan which was settled in 1521. Old San Juan is…
In the early 1900s, the Save the Redwoods League took a stand against a logging company that was attempting to chop down a towering redwood forest. The Save the Redwoods League argued that cutting into a forest full of trees that were thousands of years old would be akin to destroying a grandfather clock. In…
The island nation of Mauritius—which is located in the Indian Ocean near Madagascar—is home to one of the most colorful geologic rarities on Earth. An expanse of rock that resembles a giant field of petrified sand dunes known as Terre des Sept Couleurs—or, the Seven Colored Earths—was formed by an ancient volcanic eruption that deposited…
Botswana, a landlocked country in Southern Africa, offers some of the most extraordinary safari experiences on the continent. Unlike the more frequented safari destinations in Africa, Botswana safaris are known for their commitment to preserving the natural environment, resulting in vast, untouched wilderness areas. This has made it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts looking for…
A visit to Caminito del Rey is not for the faint of heart. Often referred to as “the world’s most dangerous walkway,” Caminito del Rey—or, King’s Little Pathway—is a footbridge that dangles over 330 feet above a mammoth gorge known as El Chorro in Ardales, Spain, that has been the site of more than a…
When humankind faced the idea of mortality many moons ago, someone probably wondered: What if we could live forever? Longer, happier lives have become an obsession with many, especially in this age of health anxiety.ย Blue zones may hold the secrets to achieving more fulfilling, if not eternal, lives. One such haven is Costa Rica,…
In the 1930s, Monowi, Nebraska was a modest town with a population of about 150 people. Proximity to a rail line and fertile soil attracted farmers attempting to cultivate community and provide for their families. As the 20th century marched on, Monowi’s fortunes changed, and the town’s population began to decline. By the early 2000s,…