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The 10 Most Visited National Parks in 2019

From Acadia in Maine to Zion National Park in Utah, these were the most-visited national parks in the U.S. in 2019.

Machu Picchu Reopened for One Japanese Tourist Who Had Been Stranded in Peru for Seven Months

Jesse Katayama was determined to see the famed 15th-century Inca fortress that's been closed due to coronavirus, so he did yoga and taught boxing to pass the time until he was allowed to enter.

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England's New Forest National Park Shares Digital Library of Centuries-Old 'Witch's Marks' Tree Etchings

Southern England's New Forest National Park is filled with trees covered in centuries-old carvings, including symbols meant to ward off evil spirits.

Adrienne King in Friday the 13th (1980).

Take a Chilling Stroll Through the Real Camp Crystal Lake From Friday the 13th

The site is actually a real Boy Scouts camp in Hardwick, New Jersey, and organizers are allowing for a socially-distanced touring schedule—in the dark.

Sometimes bad jokes can be for a good cause.

A Man Cycled More Than 2500 Miles From Poo Poo Point, Washington, to Pee Pee Creek, Ohio

How far would you go for a cheap joke? One guy cycled 69 miles a day for over a month. But he had reasons beyond a punchline.

There aren’t any 10-foot strawberries to dip in it, unfortunately.

Lindt Opened the World’s Largest Chocolate Museum in Switzerland, Complete With a 30-Foot-Tall Chocolate Fountain

There aren’t any 10-foot strawberries to dip in it, but there is a tasting room at the end of the tour.

The Tower of London looms large within the city’s history.

7 Formidable Facts About the Tower of London

The Tower of London inspires many reactions: awe, horror, and intrigue. Here are seven facts you may not know about the iconic British fortress.

Aruba Is Inviting People Who Work From Home to Work From The Beach Instead

You can choose from Aruba’s best all-inclusive resorts, quaint seaside villas, and more—for a discount.

Air quality in airplane cabins has become a growing concern during the coronavirus pandemic.

Just How Clean Is the Air On an Airplane?

The coronavirus has brought new attention to air quality on airplanes. And while it's better than you think, there are still risks to consider.

A vintage postcard of San Pedro, California.

San Pedro, California Is Home to the Country’s Only Volunteer-Run Post Office

A group of retired volunteers are responsible for keeping the lights on at the Assistant League Post Office in San Pedro, California.

These Are America’s 20 Worst Cities to Drive In

If you can't stand traffic, poor infrastructure, and high gas prices, avoid these American cities on your next road trip.

America’s Major Airlines Are Encouraging More People to Travel By Doing Away With Change Fees

In an effort to encourage people to make travel plans, United, Delta, and other airlines are making it free to change your flight date after you book.

Jakoś to Będzie: Poland's Anti-Hygge Approach to Happiness

The next time you feel hopeless, say "jakoś to będzie"—a Polish phrase that translates to "things will work out in the end."

Our brains may be wired to recognize that shapes can indicate danger.

The Reason Why Road Signs Have Different Shapes

Traffic signs come in a variety of shapes. The Department of Transportation thinks your brain will recognize that some of them mean more danger than others.

9 Travel Tips from Classical Europe

Travel writing from classical antiquity overflows with pearls of wisdom both relatable and wildly exotic.

Airplane fuel sometimes needs to be jettisoned.

The Reason Why Fuel Dumped From an Airplane Doesn't Reach the Ground

Planes sometimes need to dump fuel to keep their weight down for a safe emergency landing. Here's why it doesn't hit anything.

A fallen statue of Lenin next to the Mogoşoaia Palace.

What Happens to the Racist Statues and Monuments That Are Removed? Many Find Their Way to Germany’s Citadel Museum

At the Citadel Museum in Germany, monuments to oppressive figures and regimes are displayed in a different context than what was originally intended.

Loch Ness Monster statue in Inverness, Scotland

Cryptid Currency: How the Loch Ness Monster Became a Force in Scotland’s Economy

Through cruises, museums, and other tourist attractions, the Loch Ness Monster adds roughly £41 million to Scotland's economy in a typical year.

The HearHere app offers audio stories that relate to the things and places you see during a road trip.

Taking a Road Trip? This App Will Tell You the History of the Places You're Passing

HearHere is a new app backed by Kevin Costner that offers short audio stories of the places and landmarks you're curious about.

12 Out-of-This-World Facts About Disney's Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

Whether you’ve traveled to Disney's Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge or just ogled at it online, there are so many hidden details in the land to discover.

Former curator of paintings Jennifer Scott in the Picture Gallery in 2011.

Buckingham Palace’s Most Enviable Artworks Are Getting Their Own Exhibition for the First Time Ever

Queen Elizabeth II’s purported favorite painting—a portrait by Rembrandt—will be included in the display.

After Nearly 20 Years, Boston’s Cheers Replica Bar Is Closing Its Doors

The replica of the bar from 'Cheers' opened in 2001, and due to financial struggles caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, it's closing its doors on August 30.

Buckling up was once a political statement.

When a Radio Host Led an Uprising Against Massachusetts’s Seat Belt Law

“We are smart enough to buckle up without police, tickets, and Big Brother,” Jerry Williams said. But were they?

Death Valley National Park in California.

It Was 130 Degrees in Death Valley This Weekend—Likely the Hottest Temperature Recorded on Earth Since 1913

The searing heat comes close to the 134 degrees recorded in Death Valley in 1913. But with that temperature called into question, Sunday's measurement may be the hottest ever.

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