Textbook Travel | Stories about the Natural World & Human History

37 Wonders of the World in Chronological Order

The Great Wall of China

Explore 5000 years of history with examples from each major civilization and religion while discovering 37 wonders of the ancient and modern worlds.

Nature

11 Types of Biome and Their Animals (With 100+ Photos & Maps)

Red deer in the temperate forests of Scotland

Read about the main types of biome and their animals with more than 100 beautiful pictures and maps to explain where each biome exists.

All 40 Species & 8 Lineages of Wild Cats (70+ Photos & Facts)

Portrait of a Eurasian Lynx

Felidae is one of the most incredible families in the animal kingdom, explore the wide variety of lineages and species of wild cat with photos and facts.

Where to See Bears | A Worldwide Guide With Every Species

Brown Bear fishing for salmon in Kamchatka, Russia

Did you know it's possible to see bears on four of the seven continents? Explore the best areas to go bear watching including Canada, India, Japan & Siberia.

The World’s Most Spectacular Night Skies

Shepherd's hut at night near Pamplona, Spain

The night sky is a wonderfully mysterious place but it's so much more than just stars. This is a guide to the most unique things to see at night.

Top 3 Areas To See Wildlife in Brazil & The Most Impressive Animals

Caiman in Brazil

Brazil is the 5th largest country in the world and home to arguably the widest array of wildlife. This is our guide to Brazil's top areas to see wildlife.

10 of The Best Waterfalls in The World

Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia

There’s nothing quite as mesmerising as standing in complete awe in front of one of Mother Nature’s most astonishing waterfalls.

Culture

Ancient Egypt | History, Achievements & Ruins

Abu Simbel Temple at Night, Southern Egypt

Discover one of the world's most mysterious civilizations: its historic periods and achievements & explore the best places to see ruins of Ancient Egypt.

Where to See Greek Ruins | A Chronological Travel Guide

The Parthenon on Acropolis Hill, Athens

Explore the history of the Greek Empire and where it was located & read a breakdown of the best places to see Greek ruins including Greece, Turkey & Italy.

The 21 New Wonders of The World

Alhambra, Spain

In 2000, over 200 impressive sites were shortlisted, 21 became finalists and this list was ultimately whittled down to the 7 New Wonders of the World.

A Brief History of Travel and Tourism

Matsumoto Castle, Nagano, Japan

Take a trip with us exploring the history of travel and tourism from the days of the grand tour to the birth of modern tourism with trains and aeroplanes.

Top 10 Artisans of The World

Glass Blowing in Murano, Italy

There are many incredibly skilled Artisans, from the knife makers of Tibet to the luthiers of Madrid, here is a rundown of the top 10 artisans of the world.

30 of the Most Incredible Medieval Castles in Europe

Malbork Castle, Poland

Some of the most impressive architecture in Europe is showcased in its medieval castles. Join us as we take a journey through Europe in the Middle Ages.