american travelers

If you’ve spent any time in European train stations or hostels, you’ve probably seen it: an American accent, a U.S. passport…and a big Canadian flag patch sewn onto the backpack. It’s not a fashion statement—and it’s definitely not accidental. It’s one of the oldest unspoken travel traditions in the book, and it’s way more interesting than people think.

Discover 6 of the worst natural disasters to strike the United States. From hurricanes and flooding to earthquakes and wildfires, find out which events devastated the nation including witness accounts, fatalities, and total cost damages.

Uncover 45 fatal alligator attacks that have happened in the United States. From young toddler tourists to elderly retirees, find out just how often people tragically lose their lives to these dangerous and aggressive animals.

There are tens of thousands of motor vehicle deaths every year on American highways. But certain highways have more than others. And these are the ones with the most fatalities in each state across the country.

Discover how freedom ranks around the world, with the top 10 freest countries as well as the least free countries. Find out how this is determined and what defines freedom.

Ever wonder why Missouri is the "Show-Me State"? What about "The Badger State"? Find out all the state nicknames and the stories behind them.