Atlas Obscura - Latest • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

Deep within the peaks and valleys of the Andes lies the Colca Canyon, one of the deepest land gorges on Earth, with a depth ranging between 1,000 to 2,000 meters. Located about 160 km northwest of Arequipa, the surroundings of this canyon are home to small towns founded during Spanish colonial period and populated by communities with cultural roots that predate the Inca civilization.

At the edge of the canyon stands the Mirador Cruz del Cóndor, a stunning viewpoint and popular stop along trekking routes in the region. It is also a place which offers a privileged view of the flight of the Andean condor, one of the largest flying birds on Earth and a powerful symbol throughout Andean cultures.

Considered a symbol of power and wealth by many indigenous communities of the Andes, the condor plays an important role in regional folklore and mythology.

Atlas Obscura - Latest • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

The small village of Puhoi, just north of Auckland City, is tucked away and hidden in a quiet valley just off State Highway 1. The village is known as being the only Czech settlement in New Zealand, and still holds true to its Victorian era, small town New Zealand roots.

The best part is tucked away in the Puhoi Pub and Stables, a good old fashioned New Zealand pub built in 1879 and left virtually the same in all the years since. As soon as you enter the pub you'll notice it's not any regular pub.

The walls and ceilings are covered top to bottom in souvenirs, mementos, banknotes and ID cards from all around the world. For decades the Puhoi Pub has allowed its patrons, whether it be locals or travellers that have somehow strayed off the typical tourist path, to leave their own little mark behind.

Atlas Obscura - Latest • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

A stained-glass advertisement for the Czech electronics company TESLA is located in the Světozor Passage in Prague. Created by artist František Hudeček in 1947, this artwork features the TESLA radio logo and is a historical example of sophisticated urban branding.

The TESLA company is unrelated to the American electric car manufacturer, despite the shared name. It was a state-run manufacturer of electronic equipment under the Communist government of Czechoslovakia until 1991, when it was privatized.

Oh Happy Day! • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

I love curating Easter Baskets for my kids but this holiday always sneaks up on me in a stressful way. Here are some of my picks for this year.

See all of our Easter Baskets picks right here.

Oh Happy Day! • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

Growing up, the best way to show my mom we cared was letting her catch a few extra Zs on a weekend morning so I always associate Mother’s Day with restful time at home and simple, everyday kinds of luxuries—like someone making you coffee, a freshly made bed or a new set of PJs. For...

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Oh Happy Day! • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

We’ve partnered with Walmart for our summer essentials! They have a new section that features curated trend forward home-goods at really great price points so you can refresh your home from season to season.

And the best part: delivery is super quick! We picked a few items to spruce up our new outdoor patio.

This... Read More

Oh Happy Day! • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

I recently planned a girls trip to Iceland. We technically called it a “Divorce Trip” because a couple of my friends were getting divorced and we wanted to plan something fun they could look forward to.

(On a sidenote: I’m a big believer in this–It doesn’t have to be an overcomplicated international trip, you can... Read More

Oh Happy Day! • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

We’re renovating a farmhouse about an hour outside New York City and I’m so excited to be able to host friends there. I think I’m actually more excited about the guest rooms than any of the other spaces.

The bedrooms won’t need any more renovations (the kitchen and bathrooms are still being worked on) so... Read More

Oh Happy Day! • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

We’re excited to partner on this post with Too Good To Go. They are a clever app that connects you with local restaurants and grocery stores with surplus food to help fight food waste, which contributes to 10% of all global greenhouse gas emissions.

On the app, we chose a gourmet grocery store and a... Read More

Oh Happy Day! • Jan. 12, 2026, 2:51 a.m.

Fall calls for pumpkin spice, bonfires, and spooky décor! When we think of fall crafting with the kids, it definitely involves including them in party planning and creating decorations or favors.

These adorable little coffins from Walmart could definitely serve double duty! Fill them with candy, and put one at each place setting so guests...

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