Europe

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...

Roughly 28 million visitors to National Trust sites were recorded during 2019 to 2020. Here are 10 of the most popular sites in the United Kingdom...

Seeking a high-altitude destination for your next vacation? Check out these lesser-known mountain villages from Colorado to Morocco...

Yellow makes an appearance in some far-flung, sun-kissed landscapes. Shake off the blues and take a journey to these yellow-hued destinations...

Photoshop has got nothing on Mother Nature. Although these 10 photos might look like surreal works of art, the places in these images are 100% real. ...

Varying hues of pink have been used throughout history. If this fun color catches your fancy, you’ll want to check out some of these travel destinations...

While we typically associate Halloween with costumes and candy these days, the holiday is actually rooted in spiritual beliefs from more than 1,000 years ago. Here are 20 similar celebrations across the globe...

Beginning in Renaissance Italy, museums have offered the public rich glimpses into the history, cultures, arts, crafts, anthropology, and evolution of ages past. Here are 11 of the world’s oldest museums still welcoming visitors today...

Talented architects often inject new life into historic buildings. Here are eight unique landmarks that were originally constructed for different purposes...

These 10 countries couldn’t be more disparate, ranging from tiny islands in the South Pacific to massive African nations, but they do share one defining characteristic — they have the shortest coastlines in the world...

Think of royalty, and one image probably enters your mind: Queen Elizabeth II. But here are nine other modern-day monarchies around the world you should know about...

Funiculars have been around since the late 15th century, but if you haven’t already taken a ride in one, make sure these six railways are on your list!...

Whether you’re a believer in the supernatural or a stone-cold skeptic, there’s no denying the old-fashioned fun of a good ghost story. Learn about some of the most haunted places around the world...

There are passionate travelers who create their bucket list around color. If you love the color blue, a visit to these destinations will leave you feeling anything but blue...

Some cities are worth visiting for their culinary creations alone. Here are six places that will entice you through flavors you won’t soon forget...

More than just places for research, botanic gardens attract thousands of tourists who come to admire rare and beautiful plant species. Here are 10 of the oldest that you can still visit today...

It's no wonder not only that dumplings are a common comfort food, but that each country has its own spin on the doughy treat. In honor of National Dumpling Day, we’ve scoured the globe to find a dozen dumplings definitely...

Across the globe, memorials and monuments serve as poignant reminders of the need to pause to reflect on our past and imagine a better future. Here are 20 incredibly moving memorials...

Most will have heard of Cyprus, Great Britain, Iceland, and Sicily, but there are also hundreds of lesser-known European islands that you can visit. Here are 10 of the smallest. ...