Camping & Outdoors

  • Beautiful Miami skyline along Biscayne Bay with rain clouds.

    The Rainiest Place in America Isn’t Where You Think

    If asked to picture the rainiest place in the U.S., you might immediately summon images of the Pacific Northwest where the fog seems to hover nearly every day and the rain with it. But the U.S.’ varied weather patterns cause…

  • Cannon Beach, Oregon

    30 Stunning Photos of Iconic Landscapes in the American West

    The American West takes more than its fair share of attention in the world’s imagination — unless you’re talking square footage, and then the West gets exactly its fair share. Diverse and dramatic, stunning scenes of America’s beauty abound, but…

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    The Best Treasure-Hunting Destinations in America

    There is, perhaps, a little part of all of us that longs to channel our inner pirate and set out in search of buried treasure. Good news: You don’t need to endure months on the high seas to do so.…

  • Family on summer vacation hiking trip in the mountains.People hiking on Emerald Lake Trail. People exploring Colorado mountains. Estes Park, Rocky Mountains National Park, Colorado, USA.

    The Most-Visited National Parks During the Pandemic

    America’s national parks continue to be some of the nation’s biggest tourist draws. Recreational visits were up 25.3% system-wide in 2021, according to the National Park Service, as 2020’s park closures lapsed and visitors eager for fresh air returned. The…

  • Athens, Greece: Helliniko Olympic complex

    Abandoned Olympic Venues Around the World

    The Olympics aren’t just a chance to cheer on world-class athletes, they’re also an opportunity for the country that’s hosting the games to enjoy a boost to the economy. However, spending money to improve infrastructure and attract tourists does not…

  • Rear view of family with two small children holding hands in winter nature, walking in the snow.

    Heated Clothing to Keep You Toasty This Winter

    As we head into winter’s most blustery and frigid time of year, many of us are sick of being indoors so much, but snow, winds, and sub-freezing temps work to keep us from enjoying the sunshine and fresh air. Luckily…