10 of the world's most unusual attractions
February 16, 2019, 10:47 a.m. by Josh Lew
These attractions might be unusual, but they've found their way onto a surprising number of tourists' itineraries.
5 tips for sticking to your daily travel budget
February 15, 2019, 12:13 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
Stretch how much you have to spend each day with a little planning.
10 surprising facts about chimpanzees
February 14, 2019, 10:46 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Chimpanzees are full of surprises, and those surprises can give us insights into our own behavior and history.
9 tiny countries with big appeal
February 13, 2019, 9:34 a.m. by Josh Lew
Some of the smallest nations on Earth are also the most interesting.
These 10 bird havens are great for bird-watching
February 8, 2019, 12:10 p.m. by Josh Lew
Think bird-watching is boring? It's not if you visit these 10 destinations during bird migration season.
20 tips for camping in the depths of winter
February 7, 2019, 8:10 a.m. by Russell McLendon
With the right equipment and preparation, it can be worth the hard work of venturing into the wilderness in winter.
A few interesting facts about flying squirrels
February 6, 2019, 12:12 p.m. by Russell McLendon
Meet some of the most spectacular, and secretive, squirrels on Earth.
11 animals that can change their gender
February 5, 2019, 2:51 p.m. by Sidney Stevens
There's a wildly wonderful gray area between male and female.
9 things to know about measles
February 4, 2019, 9:39 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Measles viruses can stay alive for hours and spread to 90 percent of susceptible people.
5 things to know about pet supplements
February 1, 2019, 10:59 a.m. by Morieka Johnson
If you're thinking about treating your cranky cat or creaky dog, be sure to do a little research first.
17 animals that are living fossils
January 29, 2019, 10:47 a.m. by Bryan Nelson
Many living fossils still alive today have bizarre, eccentric traits that make them seem more like aliens than anything from this world.
Brain-training benefits may be all in your head
January 23, 2019, 11:56 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
But in case you want to give brain games a shot, here are 5 to try.
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Interactive map plots your address over 750 million years of Earth's history
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The brightest star in the night sky will go dark
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How to use succulents as outdoor annuals
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Golf courses across U.S. step up to save monarch butterflies
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A shelter worker couldn't leave the dogs alone in a storm — so she slept over
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9 of the world's largest dog breeds
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10 of the snowiest places
Some of these cities get hundreds of inches of snow each year.
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These places always have gorgeous weather
Sunny and 80 degrees? Sign us up! These locales are the perfect escape from the cold.
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14 spectacular ice caves
Whether they're hiding beneath glaciers or inside a mountain, ice caves are strange and surreal.
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A breathtaking look at our national parks
Whether you're an armchair traveler or planning a trip, enjoy these winter wonderlands.
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10-not-too-cold destinations
Just because you're going north for the winter doesn't mean you'll get frozen.