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From prehistoric worlds and towering redwoods to Yellowstone field notes, today’s picks find wonder in landscapes that feel almost unreal. Whether you’re heading outside or traveling from the couch, prepare to explore the planet from a new vantage point. Plus, the most enchanting places to stay to experience Earth’s beauty directly.
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New Earth Docs to Enjoy Right Now
Surviving Earth
Streaming on Peacock
Meet bizarre creatures and explore lost landscapes across 450 million years as this eight-part docuseries revisits the events that repeatedly transformed life on Earth. Cinematic recreations bring deep history to life while revealing the remarkable ways plants and animals have adapted to a changing planet.
Seven Natural Wonders of America with David Muir
Streaming on Disney+ and Hulu
ABC News anchors join National Geographic Explorers to visit the Grand Canyon, California’s redwoods, Niagara Falls, the Everglades, Yellowstone, the Appalachians, and Hawai‘i’s volcanoes. The special pairs spectacular scenery with the geological and cultural stories that make each landscape just as beautiful as the view.
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Podcasts That Will Inspire You to Travel the World
Let curiosity be your guide with podcasts that journey across continents, cultures, and some of Earth’s most remarkable landscapes. These stories will inspire wanderlust and provide plenty of ideas about where to explore next.
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Wildly Good Reads
Miss Benson’s Beetle
by Rachel Joyce
In postwar London, Margery Benson leaves behind a life that no longer fits and sets off for New Caledonia to find a golden beetle that may not even exist. Rachel Joyce turns a scientific expedition into a funny, bighearted journey across oceans, mountains, and the unexpected terrain of friendship.
Letters from Yellowstone
by Diane Smith
In 1898, botanist Alexandria Bartram joins a makeshift expedition into Yellowstone after its leader mistakenly assumes she is a man. Told through lively correspondence, the novel captures backcountry camps, eccentric researchers, and the thrill of making new discoveries.
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Vermejo, a Ted Turner Reserve
The Vibe: Wild West, reimagined
The Location: Raton, NM
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Ever wanted a national park practically to yourself? Welcome to Vermejo, a Ted Turner Reserve, where more than 558,000 acres of restored wilderness become your playground. Spend your days horseback riding through mountain valleys, fly-fishing pristine streams, or spotting bison and elk on a guided wildlife safari. Two half-day adventures are included each day, so there’s always something new to explore. When it’s time to recharge, retreat to a historic cottage, a secluded mountain cabin, or a grand turn-of-the-century mansion. And with three gourmet meals daily, roughing it is officially off the itinerary.
Coming Soon
We’ve got our eyes peeled for updates on two exciting new nature documentaries:
🌊 Blue Planet III, narrated by the legendary Sir David Attenborough, is expected to release this year.
🎥 We’re crossing our fingers this documentary shot entirely on Super 8 film will be available for streaming soon. Watch trailer ⬇️
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Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa
The Vibe: Coastal calm with room to roam
The Location: Blaine, WA
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Set on a scenic spit where the Salish Sea meets the shore, Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa is a laid-back, luxury escape surrounded by natural beauty. Rooms are cozy yet contemporary, with gas fireplaces, coastal-inspired décor, and views of the bay, mountains, or marina. Spend your day kayaking, walking the beach, or teeing off on the award-winning golf course. Then unwind at the spa, sip wine by the fire pit, or catch sunset over the water. With farm-to-table dining, seasonal activities, and pure Pacific Northwest air, Semiahmoo is everything a coastal getaway should be.
