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Fjords

Fiordo di Furore

A narrow opening between the mountains of the Amalfi Coast creates a scenic hidden beach.

Ikateq, Greenland

Bluie East Two

A surprisingly beautiful abandoned World War II military base in East Greenland.

objects of intrigue

Greenland’s Hand-Sized Wooden Maps Were Used for Storytelling, Not Navigation

These distinctive artifacts are clues to how the Tunumiit people saw the world.

Hans Harmsen May 2, 2018

Gildeskål, Norway

Uredd Rest Area (Ureddplassen)

Norway has built what may be the world's most beautiful public toilet.

Flåmsbana (Flåm Railway)

One of the most breathtaking railways in Europe also takes one of the steepest climbs, from fjord to mountain plateau.

A Guide to the 58 Crazy Different Terms for 'Water'

Lochs, ghylls, bights, freshets and other watery wonders, defined.

Meg Neal September 24, 2016

Milford Sound, New Zealand

Milford Sound

Dolphins, ancient clams and hundreds of waterfalls make this one of the world's top tourist destinations.