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October 19, 2026

Karl Bushby: The Man Who Walked Almost the Entire World on Foot Returns Home After 28 Years

Back in 1998, former British paratrooper Karl Bushby set off from his mother’s home in Hull with the goal of traveling the world by foot. Now, 28 years later, he’s reached the final stretch of his “Goliath Expedition,” which led him through jungles, deserts, mountains, and forests across the Americas, Asia, and Europe.

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October 3, 2026

This Restaurant in Mexico Makes Art and Architecture Key Elements of the Culinary Experience [Interview]

Saltillo barely breaks into the top 15 metropolises in Mexico.

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September 18, 2026

My Modern Met’s Art + Culture Guide to Barcelona

Barcelona is a city of contrasts. Its history stretches back over 2,000 years, beginning as a Roman colony.

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September 13, 2026

MOCA Bangkok Brings Thai Heritage and Contemporary Art Under One Roof

Art is one of the most compelling ways to tell a country’s history. MOCA Bangkok, an important museum in Thailand and one of the best contemporary art venues in Asia, excels at it. This sprawling, 215,278-square-foot institution boasts over a thousand works across different media. With its eclectic collection, MOCA Bangkok both chronicles the country’s creative evolution and pays tribute to pioneering Thai artists.

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August 22, 2026

One Man’s Eccentric Collection Housed in a Replica of His Home in Monterrey, Mexico

The late politician and entrepreneur Mauricio Fernández Garza was a multi-faceted man.

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July 27, 2026

This River in Switzerland Is So Clean That Locals Use It To Swim Home

The Aare in Switzerland, is no lazy river. It is the largest river entirely contained within the country.

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July 15, 2026

Tennessee Introduces Anti-AI Seal Supporting Photographers Taking Real Photos of the State

Tennessee tourism has been booming, breaking new records in recent years for the Volunteer State. In 2024, they brought in 147 million visitors and $31.7 billion. This was the fourth consecutive year to break the record in tourist spending, which has surged 36.6% since 2018, more than double the national average.

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July 13, 2026

South Korea Has 24-Hour Ramen Shops That Are Completely Unmanned and Self-Serve

Few things are as cozy as a bowl of ramen, particularly late at night.

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June 27, 2026

Mongolian Eco-Lodge Invites 5 Local Creatives to Make Art in the Gobi Desert

Mongolia’s dramatic landscapes and centuries-old nomadic traditions have inspired artists for generations.

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June 4, 2026

Italy’s New Walking Initiative Lets You Follow 5 Historic Pilgrimage Paths to Rome

If you’ve ever visited Rome or Venice, you’ll know that Italy’s most famous destinations can often feel overcrowded. But beyond the bustling tourist spots, the country is filled with incredible lesser-known places waiting to be discovered. Hoping to encourage a slower, more meaningful way to explore the country, the Ministry of Tourism and Ente Nazionale Italiano per il Turismo (ENIT)

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