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Perhaps you think of the North Pole (especially as the holidays near) as simply Santa's place of residence. Or maybe, on deeper reflection, you also consider it the true magnetic pole of the...

Windmills have played an interesting part in art and literature, showing up in the famous attack on the windmill giants by Don Quixote and in the East Anglican paintings of John Constable. Though...

Situated 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, in the midst of the Pacific Ocean, lay the Galapagos Islands. Renowned for fascinating wildlife, the Galapagos Islands beckon as a desirable vacation...

Deciding to take the family to Disney World can seem like a vacation dream come true for everyone, but the food budget. While visiting the parks a lot of money can be spent on meals. There are...

In ancient times, Philo of Byzantium scribed the first recorded list of civilization's greatest structural accomplishments. He named these architectural masterpieces "The Seven Sights," which over...

After working diligently for years, many people look forward to retirement. And sometimes retirement means more than relaxing and taking it easy. For many, retirement is all about a change of...

The Earth has two pole regions, the South Pole (Antarctica) and the North Pole (the Arctic). Besides being on the opposite sides of the Earth, South Pole and North Pole have differences and...

Carousels are one of the delights of childhood that some people never seem to outgrow. Those colorful horses spinning round to lighthearted music have inspired artists to create murals both for...

Citizens of Honduras enjoy the freedom of traveling to a number of countries without the requirement of having a valid passport or visa (see the link in Resources for more information). However,...

The Weddell seal belongs to the vibrant marine mammal community of Antarctica's Southern Ocean.

The Bahamas are a popular vacation destination, known for warm, sunny weather and crystal blue seas. The friendly nature of the local people and exciting shore excursions combine for a memorable...

The rain forest is one of the most diverse and complex ecosystems in the world, home to countless varieties of animals and plant life. The most dense area in this forest is an area called the...

Fishing in the Bahamas is a popular activity. The area's crystal blue waters, warm sun and abundant fish population add up to a memorable, fun experience for all levels of fishermen. Fishing...

Krill are tiny aquatic crustaceans inhabiting oceans worldwide, sometimes in great numbers. The Antarctic krill has been estimated at over 500 million metric tonnes' biomass, perhaps the greatest...

Found at the surface of all the world's oceans, phytoplankton are single-cell plants that are an important source of food for many marine creatures. Not only are these organisms consumed by small...

In many ways, ocean crabs can be considered the housekeepers of the ocean. Wandering about on the ocean floor, they detect their potential meals through their antennae and grab hold of what they...

Traveling is a pleasure many people enjoy. Learn how to discover and appreciate the beauty and cultures of Malaysia as you visit its many diverse cities.

The Endangered Species Act, ratified by the U.S. Congress in 1973, protects those plants and animals deemed at imminent risk of extinction, and has inspired similar legislation in many other...

Creeks are part of the grand cycle, funneling water between sky and earth, and constitute unique, varied ecosystems.

The earth has roughly 1,900 volcanoes that are classified as active. These volcanoes show some type of activity, usually in the form of earthquakes or the release of steam or gases, and are...

Temperature is a major determinant of water density. As water cools, it contracts, and thus density increases. At 4 degrees Celsius, water reaches its maximum density, however, and with further...

Cuban beaches offer something for everyone, from miles of unspoiled shoreline to a beehive of tourist attractions equipped with luxury resort hotels. Cuba has casinos and water sports such as...

World Heritage sites include a diverse range of places, such as the Acropolis in Athens, Australia's Great Barrier Reef, Sri Lanka's Sinharaja Forest Reserve and Uganda's Rwenzori Mountains...

Brain corals have a remarkable resemblance to the human brain. There are two types, the smooth brain coral and the grooved brain coral, the latter having more defined ridges. Both grow in densely...

Bhutanese culture may be traditional and conservative in many ways, the people of Bhutan warmly welcome tourists on gay vacations, or visiting as part of a gay travel tour, just as they do any...

As thrill seekers flock to amusement parks and neighborhood carnivals, the debate over the safety of high-speed rides continues. As technology advances, engineers are creating faster, more...

A fjord forms where a glacier cut a gorge below sea level and then backed off. The U-shaped valley left behind fills with seawater, forming a narrow inlet with very steep sides. As the glacier...

The wings of a bird are altered forelimbs. The underlying bones are similar to those found in humans. Birds have a humerus, radius and ulna in the arm; carpals and metacarpals of a mostly fused...

Ocean crabs are, for the most part, omnivorous. Algae is a main food source, but depending on the species and the environment they inhabit, the algae can be supplemented by scavenging dead animals...

The Finns derive a continual, rich banquet from the many lakes, forests, fields and coastal waters that make up the landscape of Finland. Fish and game are abundant, and wildlife, plants and...

What started as a dream in Anaheim, California, has grown beyond what anyone could have imagined. There are now five Disney Resorts around the world that include theme parks, hotels, restaurants,...

Minnows belong to the largest fish family of all, Cyprinidae, members of which are also the most widely distributed of any freshwater fish. This alone speaks to their ecological importance. The...

Hammerheads are some of the most distinctive and well known of the more than 400 species of sharks. This family includes the massive great hammerhead, which may reach 20 feet in length; scalloped...

The tropical oceans are the waters that circle the equator between the Tropic of Cancer to the north and the Tropic of Capricorn to the south. Parts of the Atlantic, Pacific and Indian oceans lie...

If you're thinking of traveling to Turkey, the Goreme National Park is a wonderful tourist attraction. It is located in midwestern part of Turkey, in the Neveshir Province, Cappadocia. The Goreme...

Amphibians and reptiles often look superficially similar. They also share a method of thermoregulation: they are ectothermic or "cold-blooded," meaning their internal body temperature is tied to...

Pakistan has a large tourism industry credited to its diverse landscape. The country is home to multiple mountain peaks over 20,000 feet including K-2. It also hosts historic forests and five...

Commonly found in tropical waters, coral reefs are symbiotic colonies that are composed of calcium carbonate exoskeletons and polyps that live inside the rock-like framework. It is a complete...

Homs City is located in the Orontes River Valley in Syria. The city, which has a population of about 800,000 people, sits in the center of the country, about 100 miles away from the capital city...

After I deliver a new large vehicle for my job to some destination in the United States, I return to the north midwest by Amtrak or Greyhound. Here I will relay to you the steps I took to discover...

Kuwait is one of the safest countries in the Middle East with a low crime rate. Staying safe when crossing the streets in Kuwait is another matter. Kuwait shares borders with both Saudi Arabia...

Reptiles---snakes, turtles and tortoises, lizards, tuataras and crocodilians---are some of the most maligned and fascinating creatures on Earth. Most are rarely seen, but the glimpses we do get of...

Yes, I've done this before! During my 3yr Employment with the Secret Service, President George Bush visited Ulaanbaataar Mongolia as part of the Southeast RIM tour. NOTE: There are many...

Qatar, a small peninsula in the Persian Gulf, has been relatively unknown to the world's population for centuries. However, this country is increasing in size and status, and Lonely Planet's Guide...

An enclave is a body of land belonging to one country that's completely surrounded by land belonging to a different country. The word can also refer to a neighborhood where people of one ethnicity...

Unlike a traditional time share, Disney Vacation Club (DVC) works on a points system; you purchase a certain number of points per year and use them whenever and wherever you want within the...

Scientists believe that the Earth formed about 4.6 billion years ago. Since its birth, various chemical, geothermal and atmospheric processes have continued to shape and mold the earth. These...

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