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8 of the Most Adorable Streets in Europe

If you’re keen on upping the cuteness quota on your next vacation, look no further than the quaint, adorable streets of Europe. Crammed with ancient boulevards, famous thoroughfares, and evocative avenues, Europe and its city streets are rife for exploring. And they’re more than just a pretty face, too. These streets offer plenty of places…

The One Bookstore You Have to Visit in These 8 Cities

Photo courtesy of Celine via Flickr Whether you prefer pop culture-focused titles like “Gone Girl” or you’re a deep-thinking Dostoevsky fan, there’s nothing better than losing yourself in a bookstore. The unmistakable smell of books, the serene ambiance of hushed concentration, and the welcome escape of analogue culture in a digital age continue to make…

6 Incredible Places to See Before They Disappear

With so many stunning natural wonders in the world and a small number of vacation days in which to see them, there’s an argument to be made for prioritizing the places that might not be around in 40 years. Some of the planet’s most awe-inspiring destinations are at risk of being destroyed or irrevocably altered…

The World’s Most Romantic Canals

When it comes to romantic canals, Venice and Amsterdam naturally come to mind first. After all, with curving watercourses, historic buildings and bridges, and charmingly dressed gondoliers, you can’t help but fall in love. But there are plenty of other magical waterways that can steal your heart away, too. From canals surrounding an ancient sunken…

7 Destinations to Not Rule Out for a Winter Vacation

Come winter, you’ll likely be thinking warm, happy thoughts while daydreaming of lounging in a faraway tropical destination. Typical. This year, instead of chasing summer, think outside the box with some unexpected cold-weather vacations. With cheap accommodations, seasonal festivals, and an abundance of wintertime-only activities, there are plenty of places worth exploring besides the go-to…

9 Touristy Modes of Transport That Are Way More Fun Than Your Commute

Most travelers arrive to a new destination with a list of landmarks they want to check off — a “must-see” lineup, if you will. But for many of us, we also come equipped with a list of “must-ride” diversions, too. Transportation can define a place just as much as any looming skyscraper or ancient castle,…

7 Beautiful Pedestrian-Friendly Destinations That Don’t Allow Cars

There’s nothing like gearing up for an incredible vacation full of promise — of pampering, of relaxation, of blissful days free from stress — only to have your dreams crushed by rental car snafus, traffic jams, stir-crazy kids, and (let’s be honest) aggressive drivers in unfamiliar destinations. It’s a nightmare we’ve all lived. And that’s…