Is Corporate Sponsorship the Answer for America’s National Parks?

The United States National Parks system is celebrating its 100th birthday in a state of disrepair, starved for funding and considering a potential sellout of the country’s finest natural features to corporate sponsorship. The...
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Chasing Whale Footprints in the Galapagos Islands

A mother whale and her calf make waves in the Galagagos Islands.
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Across the Saharan Desert: Morocco

A young Egyptian woman finds adventure during a solo travel trip to Morocco.
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Things to Do with the Family in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is famous for its casinos, hotels, shows, and exhibitions, but it also has a lot for families.
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6 Unusual and Spooky Vacations

From Island of the Dolls to the Whaley House, here are six of the spookiest and creepiest vacation and holiday ideas.
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Luxury Safari Camp Relocates in Zambia

Robin Pope Safaris is moving one of the their camps, a 10-bed tented luxury lodge, to a picturesque spot along the Luangwa River.
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Ethiopia: Trekking in the “Tibet” of Africa

Ethiopia is a hidden gem for anyone who has a passion for wild untouched places and an interest in seeing cultures relatively undiluted by globalization.
Leopard sharks gather along the La Jolla Shores in California. Photo by San Diego Tourism

Leopard Sharks Gather near La Jolla, California

Each July to September, leopard sharks congregate along the La Jolla Shores in California. Here's how you can see the harmless sharks up close.
A hut standing above the water in Iquitos, Peru

Iquitos, Peru: Your Colorful Entry to the Amazon

A traveler to Iquitos, Peru, reflects that Iquitos may the most authentic Amazon city in Peru.
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Cycling the Scandinavian Coast

Cycling through Denmark and Sweden offers a unique view of Scandinavia.
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Spearfishing as a Way of Life

Spearfishing has been called “snorkeling with a chance for lunch.” This Caribbean spear fisherman explains his passion for the sport.
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Hiking One of Tanzania’s Last Tropical Coastal Forests

Much of Tanzania’s coastline forest has been damaged by man, but pristine forest filled with wildlife can still be found at Ras Kutani.
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Video: Following the Gringo Trail

The "Gringo Trail" refers to the well-trodden backpacker route within South America, named for the many Caucasian (gringo) travelers it attracts.  In 2015, I spent three months on the trail, documenting my travels with...
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14 Tips for Hitchhiking across America

If you're tempted to hit the open road, here's what you should know about hitchhiking across America.

Bagging Peaks by Train in the Colorado Rockies

A couple finds adventure in the backcountry of Colorado, riding an 1890’s steam train to access pristine mountains near Durango.

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