Finding some serenity is possible outside of your home country though, especially if you plan a relaxing trip to one of the most peaceful destinations in the world.

Photos of Iceland are consistently wowing audiences and circling the Internet, but it’s nothing -- nothing -- compared to physically traversing the Nordic wonderland. The lava-sculpted landscapes a...

Some of the world's most treasured, remote landscapes can't be seen by helicopters, cars or even mountain bikes. These sacred places, like Ciudad Perdida, Everest's Base Camp and the top of Huayna ...

Hydrothermal explosions happen all the time, in almost every corner of the Earth. They are pretty simple by nature, only needing three ingredients - intense heat, water, and a plumbing system - all...

As summer hits its stride and the sun-soaked days grow longer, days by the pool sound more and more enticing. While it's unlikely that your visions of a relaxing vacation includes a jaunt up a volc...

Few experiences can rival the feeling of being awoken from your tent surrounded by fresh air, mountains vistas, animals, and lakes. It’s like being reborn. Nothing can kill that mood faster than di...

Since it's premier in 2011, cult medieval fantasy show, Game of Thrones, has been enthralling viewers with twisty tales of royal power struggles, backstabbing and a seemingly endless cast of charac...

Once used for pack animals and transportation, horses have played an important role around the world throughout history. Now a popular leisure pastime, equestrian excursions are a way to venture of...

Despite the fact that the humans have covered most of the world in networks of asphalt, there remain a handful of untouched places so untamed and off-the-beaten path that you can only reach them by...

It's no secret spring break is anything but a "break." This year, skip the crowds, lines, and hoards of rowdy college students, opting instead to get back to nature. Enjoy a relaxing day at one of ...