Geography

What Are Antipodes? 5 Cities and Their Surprising Counterparts

Geographically speaking, antipodes are two points on Earth that are located diametrically opposite one another. Check out five surprising antipodal pairings.

A Guide to the 5 Major U.S. Territories

The five major U.S. territories — Puerto Rico, Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, and the Northern Mariana Islands — are each home to stunning natural landscapes and distinct cultures that have taken root over thousands of years. Get acquainted with the U.S. territories and find out why any one of them makes a worthy addition to your travel wish list.

Geography
5 Beautiful Bays Around the World

Bays often form some of the planet’s dreamiest natural landscapes. These brilliant-blue coastal bodies of water are often surrounded by dramatic cliffs, towering rock formations, and postcard-worthy beaches — making them a surreal sight to witness up close. Check out five of the world’s most beautiful bays.

Geography
These Are America’s 10 Largest Metro Areas

As urbanized as the U.S. is today, it wasn’t until 1920 that the majority of Americans resided in cities. Now, it’s exceedingly unlikely that that trend will ever reverse. Take a look at the 10 largest metropolitan areas in the country, as of 2024.

Geography
6 of the Most Unusual Deserts on Earth

A desert is simply defined as an area that receives little to no precipitation, and the types of deserts found across the planet can differ dramatically. Check out six of the most unusual deserts on Earth.

Geography