Every year, the Scottish village of Braemar hosts one of the most famous Highland gatherings in the world. Take in the sights, sounds (and Scots) of the Braemar Gathering, from kilts and queens to caber tossing, in this episode.

On a clifftop high above the Dead Sea, the Masada fortress seems to tell a tale of paranoia, wealth, resistance, tragedy and triumph. Join Matt and Rachel as they uncover Masada's history, archaeology, legends and cultural significance in this episode.

When Mughal ruler Shah Jahan's favorite wife died in childbirth, he ordered the construction of a stunning, white marble tomb in her honor. Join Matt and Rachel as they explore the history, legends and architecture of the Taj Mahal in this episode.

In this action-packed sequel, Rachel and Matt show you more of Patagonia's Cool Stuff, from lakes and llama-like creatures to Tierra del Fuego, the Land of Fire!

Renowned for both its beauty and its inaccessibility, Patagonia is a land of contrasts -- it contains fjords, glacial lakes, rainforests and much more. Listen in as Rachel and Matt give you a closer look at this amazing and unique region.

In this episode, Matt and Rachel explore the history and formation of the Giant's Causeway, a large series of basalt columns that stretches along the coast of Northern Ireland and into the sea. Tune in and get a closer look.

Albuquerque, New Mexico, is home to many ballooning enthusiasts -- and the world's biggest hot air balloon festival. In their Coolest episode yet, Matt and Rachel take you on a tour of ABQ's enchanting (and colorful) "balloon fiesta."

Stonehenge, located on England's Salisbury Plain, is arguably the most famous stone circle in the world. Find out why this prehistoric monument rocks -- in more ways than one --in this episode.

The smallest sovereign country in the world, Vatican City -- officially known as the State of the Vatican City -- makes its home in the heart of Italy's capital, Rome. Explore this unique city-state and its world-reknowned attractions in this episode.

Perched precariously atop high rock towers, the monasteries of the Meteora in Greece inspire vertigo -- and awe. How did they construct buildings waaay up there? What in the world possessed them to do so? Tune in to this podcast to find out.