Castles in Europe are like the continent’s collection of eerie, cobweb-draped ancestral portraits.; each one owith its own eerie story. And if you’re interested in this kind of stories, you’ll surely love this article. From the misty highlands of Scotland to the sun-drenched vineyards of Italy, here are the most fascinating haunted castles in Europe …

Did you ever hear about cities in Antarctica? If not, that’s why because there aren’t any at least not in the traditional sense of the word. Instead, you can find a collective of frost-kissed research bases, where intrepid souls swap morning lattes for ice drills and briefcases for snow goggles. It’s a world where day-to-day …

In the diverse landscape of American tourism, there are the blockbuster hits — the glittering cityscapes, the iconic national parks, the coastal wonders. Then there are the lesser-known gems, the indie films of travel, if you will. They don’t get the marquee lights or the blockbuster budgets. Instead, they quietly revel in their own authenticity, …

When you think of idyllic island escapes, the usual suspects might pop into mind: the Maldives, the Greek Isles, perhaps the Caribbean. But what if I told you there’s a lesser-trodden path in the Balkans beckoning the bold and the curious? Islands in Albania, my friend, are like that hidden track on your favorite album—the …

Serbia might not have the coastal beauty of Croatia or the islands of Montenegro, but it more than makes up for it with its historic buildings and culture. From the rugged beauty of Golubac Fortress, cradling the waters of the Danube, to the haunting tales of Zemunska’s past, there’s a handful of fascinating historic castles in …

A year in Moldova, with most of my days centered in its capital, Chișinău, yet my wanderlust made sure I covered its nooks and crannies. It’s often said that travel shapes you, and Moldova? It didn’t just shape, it sculpted! On a whim, post a rather intriguing job offer, I found myself boarding a plane to this …

Most people who visit Croatia don’t get much further from the sun-kissed beaches, the party scene of Hvar, Dubrovnik’s old town and taking selfies at Game of Thrones sites. However, if you look hard enough, you’ll discover plenty of hidden gems in Croatia that often slip through the average tourist’s itinerary and in this article, we’ll do our best to tell you the untold …

Often overshadowed by its Adriatic siblings, this Balkan beauty packs quite the island punch. From the man-made marvel of Our Lady of the Rocks, legend says was crafted rock by rock by devout seafarers, to the timeless aura of Sveti Dorde, whispering tales of centuries gone by, Montenegro’s islands are a delightful mix of history, …

Life in Bulgaria as a foreigner can be and probably will end up being a daring adventure. Nestled between the snow-capped mountains of the west and sun-kissed coastlines of the east lies a country that’s home to a proud nation that managed to preserve its traditional way of life in the era of modern city …

At a glance, Romania rarely gets mentioned and even when it does it’s as the land of Count Dracula and the Carpathian Mountains but its allure doesn’t stop there. On the contrary, Romania is a country that hides plenty of lesser-known anecdotes, historical gems, and facts and in this article, we’ll uncover 50 fun facts …