Trip Trivia

What (and Where) Is the Arctic Circle?

It's one of the most extreme regions in the world in terms of location and climate. Here are some interesting facts about the Arctic Circle...

What (and Where) Is Death Valley?

Death Valley is one of the most bizarre, unique, and extreme places in the world. But what exactly is Death Valley and where can you find it?...

What (and Where) Are the Alps?

The Alps are the most predominant mountain range in western Europe. Exactly what and where are the Alps? Here's what you need to know about these mountains...

Fascinating Places You Can Explore on Google Earth

You can view the world from the comfort of your own couch. Here are some interesting places you can explore on Google Earth...

How Do the Bizarre Sailing Stones of Death Valley Move?

This phenomenon in Death Valley has left researchers puzzled, but geologists have finally solved the mystery. Here’s how the bizarre sailing stones move...

Geography Questions You’ve Always Wanted to Know the Answers To

Locating a particular country on a map can be challenging enough (do you know where Paraguay is?). But do you know how to distinguish one geographical feature from another? Can you articulate the precise difference between a jungle and a forest, a pond...

What Are Sand Dunes and How do They Form?

Have you ever stopped to think about how sand dunes are formed? What exactly are sand dunes anyway?...

What (and Where) Is New England?

If you head to the northeastern U.S., you’ll find yourself in the region of states referred to as New England. But exactly what (and where) is New England?...

What Is the Difference Between Holland and The Netherlands?

Sometimes, The Netherlands is referred to as Holland. So, what is the difference between Holland and The Netherlands?...

What Are “Ice Volcanoes”?

An "ice volcano" sounds like an oxymoron. While it may sound strange, the world is a peculiar place. So, what are ice volcanoes and how are they formed?...

What (and Where) Are Canada’s Three Territories?

We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here Like many other countries in North America, Canada is separated into different regions. The United States and Mexico call their regions “states,” while Canada uses the term “provinces.”...

U.S. Town Names You’ve Been Mispronouncing

We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here The United States is famous for being the world’s melting pot. With so many cultures occupying the same space, it’s no wonder that there are so many hard-to-pronounce...

What (and Where) Is the Horn of Africa?

We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here If you look at the shape of Africa, there’s a small outcropping on the eastern part of the continent that forms the Gulf of Aden and connects...

What (And Where) Are the British Isles?

We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here Geographically, there’s hardly a more confusing region of the world than the islands located off the western coast of Europe. Are they called “Great Britain,” the "United Kingdom,”...

What (and Where) Is the Bermuda Triangle?

The Bermuda Triangle is one of the most mysterious places on Earth. Throughout history, it has been responsible for numerous disappearances, equipment malfunctions, and reported paranormal activity. What is to blame for the odd occurrences? No one is quite sure. Here’s everything you...

What Was the Louisiana Purchase?

We know there are questions around travel amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Read our note here For most Americans, it’s hard to picture the United States being significantly smaller than its current size. The idea of a country that doesn’t stretch from “sea to...

Do You Know All of the States of Mexico?

In North America, the U.S. isn't alone when it comes to having states. Mexico is also broken up into states. While most people just refer to it as Mexico, the official name of the country is the United Mexican States. There are...

What (and Where) Is Basque Country?

Basque Country is a unique region in Europe with culture, cuisine, and language all its own. In fact, the origins of Basque Country are surrounded in mystery because the culture doesn’t seem to be influenced by any of its neighboring countries, which leaves...

5 Vital Stops Along Spain's Famous Pilgrimage Route

Over 300,000 people travel the Camino de Santiago in northern Spain every year. Whether they're there to complete the religious pilgrimage or just to take in the countryside, hikers are in for a treat as they cross some of the most beautiful and...

What Countries Are Part of the Middle East?

The “Middle East” is one of the most confusing terms in geography. The definition is constantly changing and might even be used to describe entirely different regions depending on who you ask. Traditionally, the Middle East was used to describe the region between...