Mittenwald, nestled in the scenic Bavarian Alps, is celebrated for its charming painted houses featuring Lüftlmalerei—a traditional mural technique unique to the region. The village’s cobbled streets ...

If you ask me, the only thing that can improve upon a waterfall visit is a lovely little hike to go along with it, and if you agree, I think you'll appreciate this selection of waterfalls all across ...

An occasional series where Mongabay founder Rhett Ayers Butler shares analysis, perspectives and story summaries. It’s ...

Even if you follow the travel hacks for skipping Yellowstone's long entrance lines, large crowds and heavy traffic can quickly lead you to seek out quieter areas of the park. The good news is that one ...

This was where Butch Cassidy began his bank-robbing career in 1889, making off with $24,000 from the San Miguel Valley Bank. Today, the town’s outlaw spirit remains, though it’s more likely to ...

Bridal Veil Falls, Colorado’s tallest free-falling waterfall at 365 feet, becomes a thundering spectacle that’s worth the hike to view up close. Spring also brings a palette of colors to the landscape ...