America is teeming with stunning camping spots. With over sixty national parks and literally thousands of state parks, there is no shortage of natural adventure in the United States. Here’s 24 of the best places to camp in the fall.
The United States is a vast country with various cultures and traditions. But for the most part, we have a way of doing things that non-Americans apparently find offensive—and sometimes even annoying. From wearing our shoes indoors to calling the U.S. "America," find out what annoys non-Americans the most.
From its shady history and controversial conditions to its famous inmates and their harrowing efforts to escape, find out some of Alcatraz’s deepest, darkest secrets.
The Nukak are the last uncontacted tribe of Colombia. From their handmade hammocks and lustful marriage practices to their forced colonization and a period of near-extinction, find out how the Nukak tribe have survived all these years, and where they are now.
Sparta was considered a warrior society, and most of its citizens were trained as such. But a warrior society meant their freedoms had limits, and their expectations were grim. From torturous training exercises to disturbing marriage rituals, the Spartan empire was darker than you thought.
Uncover the truth about the Kalash, an ancient isolated tribe living a primitive lifestyle high up in the remote valleys of the Hindu Kush Mountain range. As Pakistan's smallest ethnoreligious group, they're rich in culture and tradition, but their belief system is vastly different than their Muslim neighbors, causing them to live in constant fear for centuries. Find out how this tribe survives alone and just how close to extinction they've become.
Some of our favorite childhood memories may have happened at the zoo, but where are some of America's best zoos? How many animals can you expect to see? Where will your next zoo adventure take you?
Ancient Rome is a civilization that still fascinates us to this day. With its rich, and sometimes brutal culture, there's a reason why we still resurrect its stories and famous figures.
Although driving, flying, or sailing have their pros, train travel is the best way to appreciate nature. The coolest train journeys show you cities, lakes, tunnels, mountains, etc., while significantly cutting your carbon footprint.
Using multiple data sources and a variety of metrics—from distance to amenities to block length and intersection density—the Walk Score rating claims to provide an accurate portrait of a location's walkability. These are the 50 cities in the United States and Canada with the highest Walk Scores.
Whether you're simply passing through town on your way across America, or are taking an extended weekend vacation to your favorite backpacking destination, backpacker hostels will likely be a cheaper option for you when traveling than staying in a hotel. These are some of the best backpacker hostels in America.
