Dan Smith

Santa Barbara has its well-known spots—State Street, the Mission, and Stearns Wharf. But once you get past the postcards, there’s more...

Ever thought about what a quick shopping trip in North Korea looks like? Spoiler: it’s nothing like what you’re used to....

Some downtowns haven’t changed much in decades—and that’s exactly the point. Across the U.S., there are towns where the buildings, streets,...

Living out of a suitcase as a flight attendant sounds dreamy to most people. You’re traveling the world, collecting stamps in...

Solo travel sounds dreamy until reality throws in a sketchy alley, a stolen wallet, or a bad vibe that makes you...

Earthquakes are among the most formidable natural disasters, striking with little warning and causing widespread devastation. Certain regions around the globe...

California is a standout state in the US, with its well-known cities often stealing the spotlight. But did you know that...

One day, you’re streaming your favorite show; the next, it’s wiped from existence—no warning, no explanation. That’s not science fiction. Governments...

By 2045, more than half of the U.S. population will live in just 16 states. That’s a big shift—and it says...

When you think of weird world records, Turkmenistan probably isn’t the first country that comes to mind. But maybe it should...