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Podcast: Travel Ups and Downs

Our listeners tell us about travel experiences that upended their expectations.
The Podcast Team November 29, 2023
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Podcast: A Long Walk Home

A man journeys on two mules across the U.S. to find what's missing.
The Podcast Team November 8, 2023
A tudor style A-frame house set in a picturesque garden with a manicured lawn and rock walls.
Wessington Springs, South Dakota

Shakespeare Garden & Anne Hathaway Cottage

After a local English teacher visited Stratford-upon-Avon, she was inspired to create a garden and home in the Bard's honor.
A white stone with "3M" carved into it along a bike path
Brooklyn, New York

'3M' Mile Marker on Ocean Parkway

The last remaining 19th-century mile marker along the historic Ocean Parkway.
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Podcast: Our Travel Expectations

From visiting Petra in flip flops to getting nauseous at the Grand Canyon.
The Podcast Team October 11, 2023
Dreaming of seeing the northern lights in 2024? Join Atlas Obscura's winter Iceland trip to explore natural wonders and ancient legends.
atlas obscura

Introducing Atlas Obscura Adventures x Intrepid Travel!

From staring into the Gates of Hell in Turkmenistan to delighting your tastebuds in Vietnam, our 2024 journey lineup is full of adventure.
Atlas Obscura September 6, 2023
Summer is the time to get your car, RV, or bike out on the road and gather great stories to share.
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6 Bonkers Travel Stories From Our Readers

From encountering a manhunt for escaped criminals to visiting a ‘time machine’ in Southern California.
Sarah Durn August 18, 2023
Montezuma, Kansas

Stauth Memorial Museum

A museum celebrating a couple who loved to travel the world and to bring its treasures back to Montezuma, Kansas.
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Podcast: Amazon Night Hikes

Overcoming a fear of our multi-legged friends—at night, in the world's largest tropical rainforest.
The Podcast Team July 26, 2023
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Podcast: Mapping the Gay Guides

A revolutionary set of guides once helped LGBTQIA+ travelers see the world.
The Podcast Team July 24, 2023
An engraving of a Viking ship.
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Eat Like Vikings and Other Ancient Seafarers

Options included lutefisk, porridge, and a surprisingly tasty salsa.
Diana Hubbell July 17, 2023
Hudson River Rail Excursions runs a classic car between New York and Albany to make the vintage rail experience more accessible.
railroads

Meet the People Who Keep Vintage Rail Cars Rolling Across America

About two dozen classic carriages around the country offer time travel by train.
Justin Franz July 6, 2023
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Gastro Obscura's Guide to Where to Eat in Nashville

Iconic eats, local dives, and historic haunts abound in Music City.
Diana Hubbell July 5, 2023
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Why Won't These Icebergs Leave Canada Alone? | Untold Earth

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Podcast: Close to the Edge, Part 2

Dive into another installment of our listeners' near-death travel experiences.
The Podcast Team June 12, 2023
Ponyhenge, Lincoln, Massachusetts.
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25 Places to Celebrate 25,000 Places

To celebrate our landmark 25,000th place, here are some favorite deep cuts from Atlas Obscura staffers.
Atlas Obscura May 16, 2023
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Podcast: Close to the Edge

We all dream of the perfect vacation. This episode is about the opposite.
The Podcast Team May 10, 2023
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Podcast: Pack Your Bag(pipes) with Ross Jennings

What it takes to play in every country in the world.
The Podcast Team April 18, 2023