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Three people climbing up a high mountain on a Via Ferrata

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Extreme Climbing: The Hardest Via Ferratas in the World

A via ferrata is a protected path in a mountainous area supported with wire ropes and other climbing aides. Via ferrata is Italian for “iron path”, and has its historical origins in the Alps centuries ago. Initially, the predecessors to via ferratas were used by shepherds to reach their higher pastures. In recent decades, via ferratas have gained in popularity with the climbing community and are today primarily used for sport and recreation. Although via ferratas have been developed in other countries around the world, the hardest and most extreme routes are still within the European Union. We’ve found 12 of them – Watch them all being climbed here!

10 Couples Traveling the World Together

Most couples can’t stand traveling together for even a few weeks. But some can make it work. We’ve found 10 couples traveling the world hand in hand full time – for years! Millions of followers watch their travel vlogs on YouTube.

Illustration of a woman and man with bags

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An old German typewriter spelling the longest German word Rinderkennzeichnungsfleischetikettierungsüberwachungsaufgabenübertragungsgesetz

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The Longest German Words – Do You Dare To Pronounce Them?

The German language is famous for its ability to form essentially infinite long words. This “feature” has spawned quite a few word monsters. We’ve found five of the longest – all of which is listed in the Dudenkorpus at least five times, the database of Germany’s authoritative Duden dictionary.

27 Terrifying and Dangerous Suspension Bridges You Can Walk Over – But Should You?

Suspension bridges, also known as rope bridges, are an age-old bridge type. The bridge deck rests on two or more parallel cables that carry the entire bridge load. If you’ve ever crossed one, you’ll remember the feeling when the bridge’s deck moves under your feet as you walk. There’s everything from old wooden bridges to modern, architectural masterpieces with glass floors. You will find them all in this list of the world’s 27 most terrifying and dangerous suspension bridges. You can walk over them all – But should you?

A woman standing on suspension bridge in a mountainous area

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A black and grey dog in a cage

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Dogs on a Plane – Or How To Travel With Your Dog

Going on a trip with your dog? There’s a lot to think about, especially if you’re taking your best friend for a flight. Do you want to travel with them in the cabin, or are you ok with putting your four-legged friend in a dark cage in cargo? Here are some invaluable tips and hacks for air travel with your dog – as well as backpacking and road-tripping with your car or motorcycle (yes, a dog can ride too!).

12 Things That Are the Oldest Shit in the World

Have you ever wondered how old the world’s oldest tree is – or city, restaurant, or country? We’ve found 12 things that are all the oldest in the world. Some of them will most probably surprise you.

The fortress of Città di San Marino

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Two people riding a zipline over water towards a waterfall

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12 Longest, Fastest, Steepest, and Most Extreme Ziplines in the World

A zip ride is not for the faint of heart nor those with a fear of heights as you’re literally flying through the air at speeds of up to 160 km/h, usually from the top of a mountain. A zipline can carry cargo or a person from the top to the bottom of a long steel wire. It has been a mountainous way of transport for more than 2,000 years.

20 Crazy Cool Buildings on Top of Mountains

Some of them look like the ostentatious home of a notorious Bond villain, while others have all the hallmarks of an eerie edifice straight out of a Lord of the Rings movie. There are a lot of remarkable buildings on top of mountains – We’ve put together a selection of 20 architectural and technical masterpieces. Watch videos of all the mountaintop buildings here!

The new Goûter Hut at Mont Blanc, France.

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Camping on a mountain.

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Watch 20 Extreme Vertical Camping Trips

Ever felt the urge to wake up with nothing but air above you, or below you – for about 1,000 meters? Then sleeping on a portaledge hanging from a big rock wall in Yosemite National Park might be your thing. Vertical camping involves climbing up a mountain, often by a high, vertical wall, and stopping for the night somewhere on said wall, setting up a tent on a portaledge, or just sleeping on it in the open air. Watch these 20 videos of exciting vertical camping trips all around the world and enjoy the breathtaking views – or feel your vertigo come creeping. You’ll also learn the best way to go number one and number two, “vertically”.

5 Reasons You Should Never Use the Kettle in Your Hotel Room (or How To Cook Food in Your Hotel Room)

You might have heard the story about a woman who washed her underwear by cooking them in her hotel room kettle or rumors that some men supposedly use the kettle to urinate in. True or not – Something that a lot of people do put in their hotel room kettles is food! Do you want to boil your tea water in the same kettle that was used to heat smoky sausages the night before?

An old electric water kettle

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A brown dog runs on a sandy, grey pathway during daylight

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10 Ruffreshing Virtual Dog Walks All Around the World

Are you too lazy to walk your dog? Then a virtual dog walk might be the right choice for you. Just kidding – You should totally walk your dog, outdoors! Here are 10 exciting dog walking videos that will inspire your next walk with your four-legged friend(s). Take a break from your usual stroll around the block – Go find that trail. It’ll invigorate both you and your dog.