In his most recent article for Atlas Obscura, Mike wrote about a 5,000-year-old city in Peru that holds the remains of a stunning set of astronomically-aligned pyramids.
Author: Angela Ballard
Twin Lakes of the Azores featured on Atlas Obscura
Legend has it the lovelorn tears of a princess and a shepherd boy formed the blue and green twin lakes in the Azores archipelago.
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Save Money on a Cruise — On Board and In Port
Cruises can be a great way to see several destinations on a single trip. But extra fees and add-on charges can quickly take them from affordable adventures to break-the-bank blowouts. We shared our favorite ways for saving money on a …
The Wonderful Weirdness of Bonaire Botanical Garden
The Bonaire Botanical Garden is one of the weirdest things we've ever seen, and we've seen some really weird things around the world.
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A Weekend in Boston
We spent a weekend in Boston on assignment for The Daily Refresh (ABC television), and it’s a wonderful destination for a two- or three-day getaway for travelers of all ages. Massachusetts’ capital is a city filled with history that’s played …
A Mother’s Day Adventure in Victoria and Seattle
Flowers, orcas, castles, Chinatown, and an afternoon tea fit for an empress on this Mother's Day adventure.
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Over a Century of Beauty at Canada’s Butchart Gardens
What do you do with a 55-acre limestone quarry after the rock has been mined? If you’re Jennie Butchart, you turn it into a world-renowned public garden.
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The Desert Fjords of Oman
Take the most scenic fjord landscape in Norway and add dramatic red cliffs, warm clear water, and playful dolphins.
America’s Newest National Park: New River Gorge
We visited America's newest national park, New River Gorge. Get all our tips for planning your own adventure!
Travel and Your Health
Travel is the best medicine! Learn how planning and taking a trip can provide physical and mental health benefits for you before, during, and after you travel.