Nature

In Europe These Sea Creatures Can Pose Be Dangerous on Vacation

A look at the ocean floor is worthwhile on vacation, but not all animals are harmless. TRAVELOBOOK reveals which sea creatures to avoid

How Dangerous Are the Animals? Do Not Touch! 'Blue Dragon' Spotted Off Mallorca's Coast

Travelers in Mallorca might currently encounter so-called Blue Dragons—and they should definitely not touch them. TRAVELBOOK explains why.

"Like a Tsunami!" Beachgoers in Panic: How Dangerous Are Roll Clouds?

A weather phenomenon in the form of a gigantic roll cloud caused panic among beachgoers in Portugal. How do roll clouds form?

Animal Superstars The Famous "Lawnmower" Goats of Bournemouth

In 2009, the city of Bournemouth acquired a herd of goats for landscape maintenance. Today, these animals have become social media stars.

Building stone towers on vacation? Not necessarily the best idea...

Experts Warn Why You Should Never Build Stone Towers on Vacation

Building stone towers has become a trend on social media. Find out here why you should refrain from doing so.

TRAVELBOOK Author on Site Why I Keep Returning to Harz National Park

No nature reserve has received as much negative press in recent years as the Harz National Park. Yet, there is much beauty to be found here.

Travelbook Author's Insider Tip The Little-Known Beauty of the Oker Valley in the Harz Mountains

In few places in the Harz Mountains does nature appear as wild and untouched as in the Oker Valley. TRAVELBOOK author Robin Hartmann was on the road to explore it.

Foreign Office Issues Advisory for Slovenia What to Do if You Encounter a Bear on Vacation

How to Act When Encountering a Bear While Hiking: Top Tips at a Glance

TRAVELBOOK Author on Location in Australia My Spectacular Visit to the World's Oldest Rainforest

The Daintree Rainforest in Queensland, Australia, is the world's oldest tropical rainforest. Our writer visited it.

The Árbol del Tule is a famous tree located in the town of Santa María del Tule in Oaxaca, Mexico. Known for its massive trunk, it is considered one of the largest trees in the world by circumference. The tree is a Montezuma cypress, or "ahuehuete" in Nahuatl, and is estimated to be over 1,000 years old. It is a popular tourist attraction and a significant cultural symbol in the region.

It Is up to 2,000 Years Old Árbol del Tule Is the Thickest Tree in the World, located in Mexico

The Árbol del Tule in Mexico is the thickest tree in the world. A beautiful legend surrounds its origin. However, it is in danger.

It Takes Four Days to Reach the Bottom This Is the Deepest Cave in the World

The Veryovkina Cave is the deepest cave in the world. Researchers first reached its bottom in 2018—almost paying with their lives.

"Can't Lead Our Normal Lives" Massive Mosquito Infestation in Italian Vacation Resort! Locals Are Desperate

A mosquito plague of extreme proportions is causing despair among the inhabitants of the Tuscan vacation resort of Orbetello. The background.

Fragrant sea of flowers How to Experience Mallorca's Almond Blossom in All Its Glory

The fragrant almond trees only bloom once a year. TRAVELBOOK reveals the best time to travel to discover the beautiful blossoms.

Study presented How Much Real Wilderness Is Left in Germany?

How much real wilderness is actually left in Germany? A recently published study has investigated this question.

Important information These Penalties Await You Worldwide for Illegal Waste Disposal

From fines to imprisonment, TRAVELBOOK reveals the penalties for illegal waste disposal in various vacation destinations.

How do I find a car, where can I park, ... ? New Zealand in a Van: 5 Tips for a Perfect Road Trip

Are you dreaming of a van trip through New Zealand? Here, you'll find all the tips on buying a car, parking options, and insurance.

There are some places in the world where the sun doesn't rise for several weeks - including Longyearbyen

Polar nights Why the Sun Doesn't Rise in These Places for Several Weeks

It is soon that time again: the sun will rise for the last time this year in some places in the Arctic Circle, and the polar nights begin.

Researchers have made a very special discovery off the Solomon Islands: the largest coral in the world

In the South Pacific Longer than a blue whale! Researchers discover the world's largest coral to date

Researchers recently made a very exciting discovery off the Solomon Islands: the largest coral in the world.

Cloud over New Zealand, specifically: a lenticularis cloud

It is called "Taieri Pet" There is a strange cloud in New Zealand that doesn't move

Find out more about a cloud over New Zealand that always recurs in the same form (a so-called lenticularis) at TRAVELBOOK.

Steve Dee has an unusual hobby: as often as he can, he dives into the depths of the sea to feed tiger sharks or watch great white sharks

Incredible photos Shark photos! This man has a dangerous hobby

US-American Steve Dee shoots photos of sharks and gets closer to the animals than almost anyone else. TRAVELBOOK interviewed him.

Pants down: A new survey on skinny-dipping in Germany unpacks - and also reveals the unexpected

New nudist bathing study reveals surprising facts What Germans really think about nudism

Which federal state is the nudist champion? And which is the most prudish? A new study reveals surprising results.