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Our top 10 picks for backpacking cooking gearJun 4, 2020 • 5 min read
These 10 pieces of outdoor cooking gear for backpackers will take your backcountry meals to a whole new level.
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coffeeThe best cooking gear for car campersJun 3, 2020 • 4 min read
These 10 outdoor cooking gadgets are perfect for making gourmet meals while car camping.
wildlife and nature6 steps to stargazing from homeJun 1, 2020 • 8 min read
We talked to astronomers to find out how you can become a backyard stargazer in no time.
foodMarquette, the Midwest’s most adrenaline-charged playgroundJun 1, 2020 • 5 min read
This Upper Peninsula community is home to endless adventure from the inside out
wildlife and natureWhat I learned from backpacking in my 20s and 30sMay 29, 2020 • 6 min read
Travel writer Emma Sparks shares what two decades of travel taught her about herself and others. Here are Emma's top tips to plan your own adventures.
wildlife and nature10 delightful detours along the Natchez Trace ParkwayMay 29, 2020 • 7 min read
The Natchez Trace Parkway is a wonderfully scenic 444-mile drive filled with kitschy landmarks, historical sights and natural features.
hikingBest places in the Southern US to beat the summer heatMay 28, 2020 • 6 min read
Traveling through the southern US this summer? Here's our list of oases perfect for cooling off after spending some time in that sticky-sweet southern heat.
historyWhy these 5 college towns are ideal post-COVID destinationsMay 27, 2020 • 6 min read
College towns are perfect for easing back into travel after the pandemic, with road-trip accessible bites of history, culture, food, and health care.
cocktailsVirtual Vacation: ArgentinaMay 22, 2020 • 6 min read
From the chilly fringes of Tierra Del Fuego to the bustling streets of Buenos Aires, here's how you can experience Argentine culture at home.
wildlife and natureWhy this globetrotting seahorse expert won the 2020 Indianapolis PrizeMay 19, 2020 • 5 min read
We talk with Dr. Amanda Vincent, winner of the prestigious conservation award as the director of Project Seahorse
wildlife and nature“We were going to get through this together” – How I survived a five-day cattle driveMay 16, 2020 • 5 min read
Travel writer and city slicker Jennifer Prince stepped out of her comfort zone and went on a five-day cattle drive. Here's what she learned.
wildlife and natureThis corner of northeastern Utah is the wilderness only locals know aboutMay 15, 2020 • 4 min read
Utah is known for its wild western spaces, but there's a little-known area in the northeast that's prime for explorers.
hikingFirst-timer's guide to Great Smoky Mountains National ParkMay 15, 2020 • 9 min read
Here's everything you need to know for a successful visit to one of the most popular outdoor destinations in the US.
sustainable travelHow beekepers around the world are keeping colonies aliveMay 11, 2020 • 7 min read
Celebrate World Bee Day by learning about 11 conservation-minded destinations where indigenous and historic practices are being used to help save the bees.
sustainable travel9 car camping essentials for summer road tripsMay 7, 2020 • 8 min read
Escaping for the weekend or an overnight in nature doesn’t have to be complicated or crazy expensive. Skip the tent, and opt for actually camping inside your…
wildlife and nature7 beautiful botanic gardens you can tour from homeMay 6, 2020 • 4 min read
From well-manicured English affairs to contemporary art-and-botany mash-ups in Brazil, here are some showstoppers to tour from afar.
wildlife and natureOn these remote Indonesian islands, isolation is part of everyday lifeMay 2, 2020 • 5 min read
Mike MacEacheron explores the Rajat Ampat, a string of islands in Indonesia where isolation is a part of life.
cooking and recipesVirtual Vacation: PortugalApr 29, 2020 • 4 min read
Portugal is a special place not just because of its rich history, but because of the people. Immerse yourself in the emotion of Portugal with this virtual tour…
historyVirtual Vacation: New ZealandApr 27, 2020 • 5 min read
New Zealand can feel like a fantasy for travelers. That’s probably partially due to the lush storybook landscapes but the whole country has an air of magic…
wildlife and natureStaten Island’s parks are one of New York City’s best kept secretsApr 24, 2020 • 6 min read
A ferry ride leads to a world of natural wonders, including parks, gardens and a Greenbelt larger than Central Park.
historyStaten Island is the go-to place for art, history and nature-loversApr 24, 2020 • 7 min read
Staten Island is more than a turnaround point for the ferry. Take time to disembark and experience historic sites, natural escapes and avant-garde art.
campingThe trip that changed my life: carefree campervan adventure in ScotlandApr 21, 2020 • 3 min read
Travel writer Hanna Summers revisits her campervan trip in Scotland, and the beach that changed her life.