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A view of Chatsworth House, known to Jane Austen fans as Mr. Darcy’s Pemberley.

Take a trip through the grand estates and historic parks where the movie versions of Jane Austen’s novels were filmed.

View of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North

Data pulled from visitor hours and reviews show the best national parks to visit this season.

The abandoned mining town of Bodie, California.

Travelers beware: several of these abandoned settlements have unsettling—and outright dangerous—backstories.

Decorated Halloween houses in San Francisco's Presidio Terrace

Whether you want to encounter a ghost or get as far away from them as possible, it’s useful to know which states have the highest paranormal activity.

A snowshoer explores Olympic National Park’s Hurricane Ridge in winter.

Cold-weather hikes are less about conquering miles and more about savoring moments—so lace up, layer on, and let these 10 trails show you what happens when the off-season becomes the best season.

Hikers watch Kīlauea erupt from the safety of the trail.

if you want explosive drama with your hiking adventures, there’s nothing like walking on a volcano. Here are 10 trails that will take you there.

Remote Mt. Shuksen in Washington’s North Cascades National Park is the one of the least-visited locales in the system.

For those who prefer the road less traveled, these parks are worth the journey.

Here’s a rare chance to own some rare coins.

An auction house is giving away valuable coins and banknotes to those who can solve their riddles.

These trails will really get your heart pumping.

Red cars are bold, but are they really targeted by cops the most?

It turns out there’s another, much less flashy shade that has a higher chance of getting flagged.

Whether you’re religious or just a fan of monumental architecture, visiting a cathedral can be an awe-inspiring experience. Here are 11 masterpieces worth the journey.

You never know what—or who—you'll encounter in these national parks.

The parks offer thrill seekers, ghost hunters, and the brave alike another reason to visit.

The historic Stanley Hotel in Estes Park, Colorado.

Lost spirits and friendly ghosts allegedly haunt these hotels.

You can hike to incredible sites, including Machu Picchu.

Tired of your local trails? Plan a hiking trip to one of these incredible ancient sites.

Check out the cities where getting to school isn‘t always a hassle.

Find out which cities are scoring an A+ for their school commutes.

How outdoorsy is your home state? A recent study analyzed a full year of search trends to find out.

The beautiful ruins of Highgate Cemetery in London.

Falling leaves, stunning statuary, and famous graves—here are a dozen picturesque international spots to rest in peace.

Merging with high-speed traffic is always risky, but these highways make it even more difficult.

Foreign language anxiety (also known as xenoglossophobia) really comes into play for Americans visiting these countries.

Road trips across these states may be a little rough.

From smooth asphalt to pothole-filled nightmares, brush up on these lists before your next road trip.

The allegedly cursed ghost town of Bodie, California.

From ruined castles in Europe to a pebbled beach in Thailand, these supposedly hexed global destinations carry warnings for all who dare to visit them.