Edinburgh‘s northern location ensures that the Scottish capital is always at the mercy of the elements. Even in summer, you can be hit by thunderstorms and high winds, while in winter, the days are short, cold, and blustery. But brave the weather, and you can hit a sweet spot in the off-season, beating the high […]
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Slovenia is Europe’s most surprising foodie destination. Sandwiched between Hungary, Croatia, Austria, and Italy, this small nation is surrounded by culinary powerhouses, but that just means the competition is fierce, and the culinary influences are diverse. Slovenian cuisine has seemingly been shaped by its neighbors. Thick stews laced with paprika are reminiscent of Hungarian one-pot
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Georgia might be a tiny nation of just under 4 million people, but this small country has one of the most impressive cuisines I’ve ever encountered on all my travels. Located on the edges of both Europe and Asia, Georgia’s culinary traditions draw on both East and West. You can gorge on juicy khinkali (a
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Few British cities capture the imagination quite as much as Edinburgh. There’s a reason this timeless Scottish capital should be on every traveler’s bucket list! To inspire your next trip, we’ve put together our list of the top things to do in Edinburgh. Start with a stroll along the famous Royal Mile, the historic highway
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From soaring mountain peaks to glorious glens and beautiful lochs, Scotland is a country that’s bursting with spectacular scenery and fantastic places to visit. Scotland is an outdoor lover’s paradise, and you can spend weeks at a time hiking long-distance trails, bagging Munros, and camping out in the wilderness. You can delve into the folklore
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If you’re a big fan of Scotch whisky, medieval castles, tartan kilts, and bagpipes, then book a trip to Edinburgh. The Scottish capital is one of the United Kingdom’s most historic and popular destinations – and there’s a good reason. Take a stroll along Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile, and it won’t take long for you
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Are you planning an October getaway but don’t know where to go? From the beaches of Mexico’s Baja California to the Mediterranean islands of Greece, sun-soaked destinations await you across the world! October is traditionally a shoulder season in many destinations, but we love how you can escape the crowds this time of year. In
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With soaring mountain peaks rising to over 5,000 meters in the north, pebble and sand beaches in the west, and wineries, monasteries, and ancient history around every turn, it’s always a surprise to find that the country of Georgia is still a relatively untraveled destination. Sandwiched between the Caucasus Mountains that form the border with
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From long weekend hikes on northern Ireland’s dramatic coastline to epic multi-week walks around England, the United Kingdom is home to some of the best long-distance hiking trails in the world. My all-time favorite UK hiking route is the South West Coast Path, a 630-mile hike taking in the best coastal walks between Somerset and
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Tbilisi is Georgia’s exciting, eccentric, and unforgettable capital city. Overlooking the banks of the Mtkvari River below the snowcapped peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, Tbilisi has long been the crossroads of the Eastern and Western worlds. Although European in character and culture, stroll through Old Tbilisi, and you’ll be struck by the colorful Persian and
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