Tiny Houses

Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Ventnor Haven Fishery

This seafood shack’s signature dish is a twist on tradition. Daily doses of crab ‘n chips have caused delight and dismay alike.

Waiheke Island, Auckland, New Zealand

“The Last Post Office”

This bright red post office holds more than your typical letter.

Arabian Peninsula, Saudi Arabia

Rub’ al Khali

You can see sand for miles.

Idaho Springs, Colorado, United States

Idaho Springs

Discover the mountain treasures of Idaho Springs, the birthplace of the Colorado Gold Rush and home of the first commercialized hot springs in America.

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Pierce County, Washington, United States

Mt. Rainier National Park

With a glacier-lined, active volcano as its centerpiece, it’s no surprise that this gem of a national park has a long history of daring adventure.

Greely, Pennsylvania, United States

Camp Timber Tops

Coming here since 1961, campers have come to the Poconos to take part in Camp Timber Tops---we hope the cabins have heating.

Petit-Rocher, New Brunswick, Canada

Petit-Rocher

"Don’t let Petit-Rocher’s size fool you — its story is as grand as its traditions. Step into this tiny French enclave and be transported to another time."

Dysart et al, Ontario, Canada

Haliburton Forest and Wildlife Reserve

The Reserve is home to the first sustainable forest in Canada.

Whitefish, Montana, United States

Whitefish Mountain Resort

No, your eyes don’t deceive you. Ghosts indeed haunt this special ski resort, but they’re friendlier than you’d think — and they can only be found here.

Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Pedrick Storehouse

This "bewitching" wharf building carries on the legacy of a once vibrant harbor.

Frontignano (Ussita), Marche, Italy

Frontignano Coturnice Ski-lift Station

Sip a cappuccino and hop on the lift as we dive in to one of Italy's national pastimes.

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, United States

Seaside Post Office

One of the most photographed Post Office buildings in the United States, it's only been around for a little over 30 years!

Cornwall, United Kingdom

The Mousehole

A sleepy village with a famous pie that doesn't include cheese.

Tropoja, Albania

Valbona Valley

This untamed haven of mountains, caves, and rivers has a special place in Albanian culture.

Nymindegab, Denmark

Ese Houses

In the sleepy village of Nymindegab, the 200+ permanent residents still utilize relics of this industry: Esehusene.

Tremont, Maine, United States

Great Gott Island

Great Gott Island doesn’t have any running electricity or cars, with seasonal inhabitants relying on kerosene lamps and propane-powered water heaters.

Percé, Quebec, Canada

Bonaventure Island

This island is home to a large population--but it's not humans.

Eyjafjörður, Iceland

Hauganes Village

This small fishing village is home to 140 residents, humpbacks--and hot tubs.

Patagonia, Argentina

El Chaltén

The isolated mountain village in Argentinian Patagonia is a famous hotspot for hiking culture, and a backpacker’s paradise.

Columbia, California, United States

Old Columbia Schoolhouse

California's first two-story brick schoolhouse.

Vieira de Leiria, Portugal

Striped Bungalows

Open for the summer season, these stalls sell ice cream, beach toys, and the like, while blending seamlessly with the typical striped homes of the region.

Kilimanjaro, Tanzania

Kibo Hut

Nearly every climber who has summited since has recorded his or her thoughts about the extreme accomplishment in a book stored in a wooden box at the top.

Lake Nipissing, Canada

Ice-Fishing Shacks

These humble winter homes do not merely provide accommodation for some sort of recreational activity, they enable a way of life.

Cape Cod, Massachusetts, United States

Days’ Cottages

A failed plan for a dream beach house led to the successful creation of Days' Cottages.

Millinocket, Maine, United States

Baxter State Park

When Maine governor Percival Baxter established Baxter State Park, he wrote into its deed that it would remain "forever wild".

Bokeelia, Florida, United States

Historic Fishing Shacks

These humble seafaring shacks are all that's left of a once booming fishing industry.

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Moose, Wyoming, United States

Mormon Row Pink House

This iconic homestead got its exterior through an innocent mix-up over paint colors.

Giza, Egypt

Saqqara

Nothing says "security" like a giant boulder.

Dunkirk, France

Plage de Malo-les-Bains

Failed French alfalfa farm becomes a beautiful beach destination.

Calgary, Isle of Mull, Scotland

Bus Stop Bakes

This manless bake shop may possibly be the smallest in the world

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Hofsós, Iceland

Grafarkirkja

Iceland's oldest turf church bears the carvings of a renowned 17th century woodworker.

Silverton, Colorado, United States

Old Arcade Trading Company

This family-run gift shop inhabits a building that was once a bordello.

Bolton Valley, Vermont, United States

Waffle Cabin

The cozy, quaint Waffle Cabin serves Liege-style waffles, a unique recipe native to Belgium.

Giogo del Maniva, Italy

Maniva Ski Resort

From war to venerated winter sport, the Pass is now a ski resort where “the paradise of snow and nature is the ideal vacation spot both in winter and summer.”

Alberta, Canada

Banff National Park

Canada's oldest national park, Banff National Park established its warden service in 1909.