Sometimes, we just need some fuzzy animals to raise our spirits. The Barbary Macaques are the only free-living primates in Europe, and they are swelling in numbers on the Rock of Gibraltar.

If elephants rule the African savannah, then manatees reign supreme in southern Florida. Gentle and trusting, manatees meander their way across the waterways of the Sunshine State from one natural ...

Thanks to recent changes, potential renters on Airbnb now bring their four-legged friends along on vacation. But aside from merely filtering by pet-friendly accommodations, there are some listings ...

It's no secret things can take a magical turn after dark. Spurred by the hit film Night at the Museum, museums, zoos, and galleries across the country have begun opening their doors to nighttime vi...

Are you looking for a crazy wildlife experience without leaving the continental United States? Established in 1968 as a humble roadside attraction with a few deer, fast forward 50+ years and West C...

Most families head to the zoo to look at animals, assuming exotic creatures are a luxury that can only be found on safari. But, don't write it off just yet. A corner of Canada specializes in phenom...

In Virginia Beach, summer shares the spotlight with the rest of the year, so you can live the life in every season. This winter, Virginia Beach welcomes the return of some its most distinguished gu...

One of the hardest parts of traveling the world is leaving our furry friends behind. Sure, dogs can provide companionship on some adventures, but cats rarely fare well on the road. Fortunately, tra...

Why sloths? Was a sillier question ever asked? The obvious answer is, “just look at them.” Their stuffed animal-esque demeanor, their permanent grin, the “take it easy” attitude, what’s not to love?

Colorado Gators Reptile Park (CGRP) knows it makes some folks squirm with its dangerous residents, stinky fish ponds and geothermal swamps. But what it lacks in splendor it more than makes up for i...