A view of the world's newest National Park, Sierra del Divisor National Park. Located in Peru, the park forms one of the largest contiguous blocks of protected land in Latin America, stretching deep into the Amazon rainforest and into the foothills of the Andes Mountain range. (archivo SERNANP) Stretching from deep in the Amazon rainforest into the foothills of the Andes Mountain range, the world's newest national park, , is a beautiful and impressive site, home to rugged landscapes and...

French photographer and freediver Alexandre Voyer has captured the stunning underwater life of Antarctica before, photographing a and up close. But on a recent trip to the bone-chilling, turquoise waters of Antarctica, where temperatures are 32 degrees F, the region's stunning ice caps and glaciers take the spotlight as the diver swims past the frozen wonders. Voyer, 37, and his diving partner, Gilles Rigaud, actually planned to dive for almost two hours, but were forced to jump out of the...

What if you were in a plane crash? According to Meteorologist Danielle Banks, a Ukrainian aviation engineer has come up with an airplane design that, he says, would greatly increase your odds of surviving. ...

Each passing year brings with it new reasons to celebrate, and 2016 is no different, with the year marking several important anniversaries. Here are 10 destinations you should visit in 2016 while they celebrate important milestone moments from their history. (MORE: ) 1. Argentina: 200 Years of Independence Argentina will be celebrating its 200th year of independence from Spanish rule this year because on July 9, 1816 the Argentine Declaration of Independence was signed at ). To mark the occasion,...

Germany. (Maria Polyakova / Little, Brown and Company/ © 2015 by Zachary Klein) Though technology brings people together, sometimes we need a break from the distractions it brings. A cozy, rustic cabin can offer the ultimate escape. Not only can it offer stunning views and bring us closer to nature, they also offer the tranquility of being out in the wild. Tech entrepreneur Zach Klein, CEO of DIY, an online school for children, and co-founder of Vimeo, a video-hosting platform,...

Mallory Paige and her labrador retriever, Baylor, are traveling across North America in a motorcycle sidecar. (Photo: Courtesy of Mallory Paige) Who doesn't dream about traveling the country to see spectacular natural wonders and explore breathtaking landscapes with a best friend? Adventurer and storyteller Mallor Paige is making that dream come true with an epic road trip across North America with her (furry) best friend, Labrador retriever Baylor, that will take them to all U.S. states, every Canadian province and...

Formed by the confluence of two smaller rivers, the is a bright blue river in Costa Rica that winds through the lush rainforest of . The vibrant blue color occurs at the confluence of two smaller rivers, Sour Creek and Good View River, a spot that has earned the name El Teñidor (‘The Dyer’). (MORE: ) The color is , according to Amusing Planet, a phenomenon caused by the presence of large particles of a mineral called aluminosilicate in the...

With the world around us constantly changing, several of America's most beautiful and unique destinations are facing new challenges that threaten to alter them forever. From melting glaciers to warming temperatures to the strain of tourism to habitat loss because of development, some of the country's historical monuments, parks and landmarks are beginning to change - and some of them might even disappear altogether. (MORE: ) One of the biggest threats to these destinations, of course, is climate change.According to...

From breathtaking mountain peaks in the Himalayas to bustling metropolises, from stunning ancient temples and palaces to beautiful beaches, the diverse landscape of India, the seventh largest country in the world, is full of exciting and unforgettable places for every traveler's bucket list. Visitors can explore the ragged, arid mountains of the and visit the beautiful monastery of Hemis, while the adventurous travelers can hike the steep stone steps (with no safety rails!) to in Maharashtra. (MORE:) , according to...

Sermermiut 1, Ilulissat, 2007 - A view of the path to Sermermiut. It is about 20 minutes walk from Ilulissat to Sermermiut, featuring beautiful views to Ilulissat Icefjord. The Ilulissat Icefjord, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the sea mouth of Sermeq Kujalleq, the most active glacier in the northern hemisphere. (Tiina Itkonen) Finnish photographer , 47, has been photographing Greenland’s beautiful landscape, as well as its indigenous Inuit and Inughuit cultures, for almost 20 years, capturing the...

Photographer Marcin Sobas traveled to charming Tuscany, Italy to capture its beautiful landscape. (Marcin Sobas) Photographer and IT Project Manager Marcin Sobas from Poland recently took a trip to charming Tuscany, Italy to capture the beautiful colors and hills of the city. His first visit to Tuscany was about eight years ago, but he has made frequent trips back since. “The land is unique because of the landscapes,” he told weather.com. “Hilly colorful area with a lot of farms, sheep,...

The Church of St. Dunstan in London, England stood through rough times. In 1666 it was severely damaged by the Great Fire of London and then bombed during the Blitz of 1941. But instead of tearing down the church remains, the City of London decided to transform the remnants into a public garden. Originally built around 1100, , according to the . The remaining walls and memorials have aged gracefully, looking like a scene straight out of a fairytale. Recently,...

Photographer Provost Kenneth calls himself an urban explorer, capturing the beauty of abandoned places across cities in Europe. (Courtesy of Provost Kenneth) Photographer Provost Kenneth’s passion for urban exploration was a product of luck— or perhaps fate—born from his first experience documenting an abandoned building, slowly decaying and being reclaimed by nature. “Where I live, there used to be an old factory,” he told weather.com. “I went there the first time not even knowing what I was doing.” As he...