Lake Minnewanka

In 1788, a British mariner passed by the majestic, snow-covered mountains of northwest Washington - the peaks seemed the perfect dwelling place for Greek gods, so he named them the Olympic Mountains.

How the Olympic Mountains Got Their Name (1:42)

The Namibian town of Swakopmund is a top tourist draw for desert lovers. Popular activities include quad-biking and sandboarding down its massive, steep dunes.

Yes, You Can Go Sandboarding in the Namib Desert (1:21)

While Seattle is surrounded by dramatic peaks on all sides, the relatively small Mount Si sticks out as a key location in the iconic TV series, Twin Peaks, which was filmed in the area.

Here's Why Mount Si Stands Out in TV History (2:26)

Hawaii was born around 40 million years ago, from sea volcanoes and the shifting Earth.

The Volcanoes of Hawaii (2:25)

We are four times more likely to order tomato juice on a flight than on the ground. Lufthansa wanted to find out why, so they conducted a taste test in a simulated, pressurized plane.

Why Tomato Juice Tastes Better at 37,000 Feet (3:07)

The San Gabriel Mountains lure lots of Angelenos looking for some quiet seclusion. One of the more famous was Leonard Cohen who spent five years there, searching for peace of mind.

This Famous Singer Ditched L.A. for a Five-Year Retreat (1:33)

The engineering masterpiece is strikingly tall and covers an area four times larger than the Vatican City. But without the surrounding moat, the structure would never have survived.

How Is Angkor Wat Still Standing Today? (2:44)

Experience Glacier National Park's awe-inspiring peaks, untouched forests, pristine alpine meadows, and breathtaking lakes.

Take a Trip to Glacier National Park (3:16)

From bungee jumping off the Royal Gorge Bridge to trekking up Pike's Peak on the Cog Railway, Colorado is the ultimate vacation destination for adventurers everywhere.

If You're a Thrill-Seeker, You Need to Visit This Place (2:56)