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Gray wolves are set to return to Colorado following a historic decision by voters, who chose to reintroduce them to the state by 2023. The notable Proposition 114 passed with 50.4% of the total votes, directing state wildlife managers to reintegrate wolves into Colorado’s western mountains.
Hot springs destinations in California are starting to heat up just as the weather begins to cool down. From the naturally warm waters of Williams to the spiritual pools of Calistoga to SoCal’s hot and trendy Greater Palm Springs resorts, here are some of the best hot springs destinations to relax and rejuvenate in the Golden State.
There’s good news for art lovers in Manchester who are missing their fix of color and beauty, as a new open-air art trail has launched featuring 60 artworks spread across 50 locations. The 50 Windows of Creativity trail is a self-guided project that has transformed the British city into a massive open-air gallery.
Warning! This article will inspire you to rethink your lifestyle, transform your living situation, and perhaps even venture into nature. Other side effects may include a desire to build your own home or embark on a road trip in a vintage campervan. Foster Huntington, the pioneer of Instagram’s #VanLife movement, shares compelling visions of a self-built life as a remedy to our hectic, digital-centric existence.
Thanks to a new injection of funding, London has an enriching historic attraction that invites exploration: theWillesden Jewish Cemetery, which is nestled in a tranquil residential area in the northwestern part of the city.
With a challenging year for travelers, one novel form of exploration has persisted despite international restrictions: video games. You do not even need to leave your home to enjoy this unique experience.
Plans for the world’s first dedicated coral conservation facility have been revealed near the Great Barrier Reef in North Queensland, Australia. Called the Living Coral Biobank, it aims to secure the long-term future and biodiversity of corals worldwide that are under severe threat due to climate change.
One of the most significant exhibitions this year celebrates fashion past and present, bringing together iconic costumes from designers such as Louis Vuitton, Dior, Alexander McQueen, and more. Tracing 150 years of fashion history,About Time: Fashion and Durationopens today at the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute and will run until February 2021.
In many parts of the world, large social gatherings are still limited, but fortunately for scientists and animal enthusiasts, no one’s told the polar bears. As they do each year, the iconic Arctic creatures are set to gather in Manitoba’s Hudson Bay, and viewers from all over can tune in to observe them snooze, stretch, and spar from afar.
On my initial excursion to the Monkey Forest, I was enveloped with an unnecessary level of anxiety.
Just a few years after the Watergate opened its doors, the downtown Washington, D.C. hotel became enmeshed in an epic political scandal. However, the Watergate isn’t the only hotel steeped in US presidential history. Since 1789, when George Washington was sworn in as the first President of the United States, leaders have been dining, deliberating, writing, and resting their heads in hotels across the country. Below, find seven iconic properties forever tied to American Presidents.
Searching for a residence in London can be one of the most taxing experiences in the United Kingdom. It’s likely what the term “Rat Race” was intended to depict.
Recently, a woman reportedly sent a package to Italy, supposedly containing items that she had taken from the historical site of Pompeii, along with a note of apology. International media quickly picked up on the strangeness of the incident, due in large part to her claims of being cursed with bad luck as a result of her actions. According to the park, this is far from the first incidence of this nature; tourists from all over the world have been sending items back for many years, attributing their misfortune to these artifacts.
Near the northern border of California, straddling an ancient redwood forest and the wild and windswept Pacific coast, Humboldt County is one of the most uniquely beautiful places in the world. This region features over 45 percent of the state’s remaining protected old-growth coastal redwoods and boasts more than 110 miles of coastline for beachcombing adventures.
Ireland is mourning its most famous mammal: Fungie the bottlenose dolphin. A mainstay in Dingle Harbour since 1983, Fungie has been missing for days and successive search parties have uncovered no sign of the much-loved creature.
The USA boasts countless incredible and unique experiences available to travelers today, from boundless national parks that thrill outdoor enthusiasts to cultural institutions that educate and inspire. These amazing places are celebrated in the second edition of Lonely Planet’sUltimate Travel List, which ranks the 500 most remarkable experiences around the world. Within this list, 29 exceptional experiences are based in the US. Below are the top 10 destinations you simply cannot miss.
With some of the oldest languages on earth, vibrant storytelling traditions, and a rich melting pot of cultures, Asia is a literature lover’s dream. There’s no shortage of myths, legends, contemporary classics, comics, poems, novels, and memoirs across this vast continent. From India to Japan, Mongolia to Sri Lanka, Asian literature offers everything from ancient hymns to modern narratives of love, identity, and healing.
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has yielded some amazing images, including stunning portrayals of the battle for survival between animals and insects, as well as the challenges facing our natural world. Furthermore, there are poignant images reflecting humanity’s treatment of some of our planet’s most beautiful creatures.
Some childhood fantasies diminish with time. We know now that we’re probably never going to spend the night at the mall, guzzling Slush Puppies directly from the spout; it’s unlikely we’ll get the keys to the Magic Kingdom for a solo ride on Splash Mountain after dark. However, getting one of the Wonders of the Modern World all to ourselves is a fantasy that has just come true for one fortunate individual.
The winners of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPOTY) competition have been announced during an online awards ceremony by the Duchess of Cambridge, patron of the Natural History Museum, which develops and produces the competition.