https://www.smithsonianmag.com/rss/blog/smithsonian-journeys/RSS feed for Smithsonian JourneysenThu, 24 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/blogs/smithsonian-journeys/2026/09/24/were-ancient-egyptians-really-just-like-us-reveleations-from-three-egypt-experts/The Pyramids of Giza and the Great Sphinx might be Egypt's superstars, but look beyond them and you'll find intriguing myths, a warm modern-day culture and a very human side to ancient history—and maybe even a dog named SpotThu, 24 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/blogs/smithsonian-journeys/2026/09/24/were-ancient-egyptians-really-just-like-us-reveleations-from-three-egypt-experts/https://www.smithsonianmag.com/blogs/smithsonian-journeys/2026/08/31/total-eclipse-of-the-sun-photo-gallery/The August 2026 total solar eclipse lasted less than two minutes over northern Spain, but Smithsonian Journeys travelers turned it into a six-day celebration of astronomy, wine, and Spanish culture. See our favorite photos from Eclipse Day—and a stunning video of totality.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:09:08 +0000https://www.smithsonianmag.com/blogs/smithsonian-journeys/2026/08/31/total-eclipse-of-the-sun-photo-gallery/