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A ‘Weird’ Ancient Marine Reptile Surfaces Thanks to the ‘Bone Biddies’

The unique plesiosaur defies the fossil rulebook—just ask the “paleogrannies” who prepared it for study.
Gemma Tarlach September 28, 2022
military history

The Remains of the U-Boats' Watery Reign

Where to see the final four "iron coffins."
Melinda Musil September 27, 2022
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Podcast: Oyotunji African Village

We visit an African village, founded in the 1970s, just an hour south of Charleston, South Carolina.
The Podcast Team September 28, 2022
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Delhi and Rajasthan: Colors of India

India
Mar 2–14, 2023
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history

Chiseled in Stone: Armenia’s Ancient Roots and Soviet-era Relics

Armenia
May 28–Jun 6, 2023
From $2,970 USD
An overland journey to uncover the ancient, complex, and tragic history of one of the earliest Christian civilizations
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Festivals and Mountaintop Temples of Bhutan

Bhutan
Oct 4–14, 2022
From $4,235 USD
Explore the ancient traditions and contemporary culture of this Himalayan kingdom during its lively festival season.
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food & drink

Layer by Layer: A Mexico City Culinary Adventure

Mexico
Oct 6–11, 2022
From $2,525 USD
Immerse yourself in the complex cultural identity of Mexico City through its street food, bustling markets, and well-seasoned history of gastronomic traditions.
+ 6 other dates
history

Tunisia & the Sands of Time

Tunisia
May 7–19, 2023
From $4,890 USD
Discover unique landscapes, wander through winding medinas, relax by ancient oases, and journey to the Sahara and back.
+ 3 other dates
food & drink

Lisbon: Tracing the Roots of an Imperial Cuisine

Portugal
Oct 17–23, 2022
From $3,920 USD
Journey beyond the city’s tiled buildings and narrow streets to discover the long legacy and vibrant presence of culinary inventiveness in Lisbon.
+ 4 other dates
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Jackson, New Hampshire

Lizzie Bourne Memorial

Near the summit of Mount Washington, a stone monument remembers a life lost to one of the mountain's infamous storms.
Bishtazhin, Kosovo

Ura e Terzive

This 15th-century Ottoman bridge was modified to keep up with the changing course of the river Erenik.
Accokeek, Maryland

Marshall Hall

The ruins of an 18th-century mansion that was once named "Mistake" by the man who had it built.
Odessa, Ukraine

Odessa Cable Car

Built in the Soviet era, this cableway system still runs gondolas from Odessa down to Otrada Beach.
Ilkeston, England

The NatWest Hole

How did a literal hole in a wall become one of the top-rated tourist attractions in this English town?
Santa Maria Navarrese, Italy

Grotta del Fico

Packed with geological formations, an ancient river, and taxidermied seals, this overlooked coastal cave system is worth a spelunk.
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