Extreme Travel

Travel 3 days ago

Barefoot walker's extreme travel challenge sparks expert's warning about potential copycats

In a world record attempt, an Irish man is walking barefoot on a 3,400-mile trek from Istanbul to Ireland, and a fitness expert shares a health advisory for others.

Travel 4 days ago

New national park on 'edge of the world’ will be built in two years: See the stunning photos

Chile created Cape Froward National Park on the Brunswick Peninsula to protect endangered huemul deer and wildlife located at the "edge of the world."

Arizona December 9

American skydivers reclaim world record from Libya with massive flag jump on Pearl Harbor Day

Elite skydivers set new world record on Pearl Harbor Day, flying massive American flag in freefall to reclaim title from Libya.

Travel November 11

Man who visited 61 countries insists world's 'most feared' places have one unexpected quality

After traveling to more than 60 countries, Swedish explorer Daniel Björnram shared what he’s learned about fear, kindness and the surprising generosity of people around the world.

Travel October 17

Urgent advisory for exotic destination warns of 'criminal gangs' and 'violent crime'

The U.S. State Department issued a Level 3 travel advisory for Madagascar due to rising crime and violent protests there that can turn dangerous without warning.

History October 6

Mystery solved? Researcher challenges long-held theory of what sank Shackleton's Endurance in Antarctic ice

A Finnish professor's recent research shows Sir Ernest Shackleton's legendary ship Endurance was poorly designed for Antarctic conditions, despite its indestructible reputation.

Nashville October 6

Nashville skydiving instructor dead after falling without parachute

Tennessee skydiving instructor died during a tandem jump after becoming separated from his student, who survived after being rescued from a tree.

Travel September 30

World's tallest bridge cuts 2-hour mountain trip to just 2 minutes: See the jaw-dropping photos

The world's tallest bridge opened in China's Guizhou Province, stretching nearly 10,000 feet across the Huajiang Canyon and hanging 2,050 feet above the river.

Travel August 13

American teen pilot detained in Antarctica while raising money for cancer on solo trip

Teenager Ethan Guo's record-breaking solo flight around the world was halted in Antarctica, where he faces charges for landing without authorization from Chilean officials.

Air Force August 6

Three Americans evacuated from Antarctica after medical emergency at research station

The New Zealand air force completed a high-risk medical evacuation of three Americans from Antarctica in freezing temperatures and total darkness on ice runway.