Europe

Whether they call them squares, piazzas, praças, or plazas in the local language, Europe does city squares right. Explore five of Europe’s most beautiful squares...

It’s true that most cities around the world have taken on aliases over time, but some are easier to figure out than others. Here are 10 enigmatic city nicknames we bet you’ve never heard before...

January 2021 marks the 75th anniversary of the United Nations’ very first meeting. Today, the UN impacts our lives in ways we may not even realize — especially as global travelers. ...

Archaeologists have uncovered former Viking sites as far away as Iceland, Greenland, and Canada that reveal fascinating history about ancient civilization. Here are six things about the Vikings you might not know...

Inside these often damp and cool enclaves, pictographs share glimpses of ancient civilizations, stalactites hang like spear-shaped chandeliers, and massive gemstones glisten like treasure buried miles inside the earth...

If you’ve been captivated by the Netflix original series The Crown, you'll know that the majestic building exteriors and ornate interiors play as much a role in the story as the actors...

A trip to a glacier makes for a stunning visual and sensory experience through crevasse-filled terrain, caves, and fields of ice. Here are nine epic, easy-to-access glaciers...

Whether you prefer winding cobbled streets of small villages or magnificent ones that cut through continental cities, some roads lead directly to the heart of a destination...

Whether by land or sea, on foot or on wheels, certain competitions around the world test those limits in ways that can only be described as superhuman. Here are 12 extreme races to add to your bucket list...

A very special sort of sports fan prides themselves on seeking out strange competitions. Choose your favorite from these four fascinating festivals and competitions to add to your travel bucket list...

Everyone has their go-to flavor — vanilla, strawberry, or chocolate are some of the American classics — but in other parts of the world, ice cream is infused with local flavors and tastes to make some truly scrumptious delights...

Countries around the world mark the official start of each New Year on different dates, with unique customs and celebrations that you won't want to miss...

Famous landmarks are enduring symbols of art, history, and innovation that inspire us to travel to new destinations. But apart from these well-known sites, sometimes we encounter unusual buildings that make us stop in our tracks — here are 15...

Make no mistake, Boxing Day is a very big deal in the U.K., but if you’re unfamiliar with the origins and customs of the December 26 holiday, here are six interesting facts you might not know...

Americans are used to tried-and-true Christmas traditions — decorating a tree, baking cookies, and presents delivered by Santa — but in other parts of the world, the Christmas holiday couldn’t be more different...

While skiing and snowboarding are all about the exhilaration of flying down a snow-covered mountainside, the ride to the top can be half the fun. Here are six of the world's longest ski lifts...

Every winter, for eight nights, the worldwide Jewish community celebrates Hanukkah. These 20 places across the globe go all out for the celebration...

We share our planet with as many as a billion dogs, but only about one-quarter of them are kept as pets. Read on to find out the 10 most canine-loving countries around the world...

Not all rivers are mighty — some are so short that it’s possible to stroll from one end to the other in a matter of minutes. Explore eight of the world's shortest rivers...

The truth about this unique region of Romania is even more interesting than the stories surrounding it. Here are six things you never knew about Transylvania...

Whether it's an old fashioned or a classic daiquiri, every spirited sip got its start somewhere. Here are 10 of our favorite cocktails — and the bars that made them famous. Cheers!...

Whether you’re planning a trip to this incredible subregion of Northern Europe, or you simply want to learn more about its culture from afar, here are nine surprising facts about Scandinavia...

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Chanukah, Winter Solstice, Festivus, or all of the above, let these 20 delightful dishes brighten your holiday season...

If you’re a true cheese aficionado, you’ll want to taste world-famous cheeses at the source. These destinations offer the freshest and most authentic cheeses in the world...

If you’ve ever immersed yourself in an entirely different world while reading a book, you’re not alone. Writers often draw inspiration for these stories from their real-life surroundings. Here are seven fascinating locations that inspired some of the world’s best-known...