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Brazil’s 9 Best Cities

When you think of Brazil, a few specific things likely come to mind. If you’re like most, you probably think of the Amazon rainforest, Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, and perhaps the oddly geometric capital city of Brasilia.

5 Mouthwatering Foods You Must Try in Austria

Not only do I seize the chance to have a yummy lunch or snack every time I’m visiting Austria’s beautiful sceneries, stunning plazas and fairytale castles, but while I’m home, I’ve always tried to cook certain Austrian specialties that left me speechless.

3 Most Romantic Spots in Budapest

If you’re an incurable romantic looking for a great place to take your better half, here’s my advice: don’t go anywhere beyond Hungary’s capital, Budapest. Unlike Prague, another European capital that’s popular with tourists, Budapest has managed to stay away from the beer-sprayed parties and remain a calm, peaceful, ideal romantic getaway.

Birthplace of The Bull Runners: Pamplona, Spain

For seven days, the minute the clock strikes 8am, runners take over the streets of Pamplona, hoping to have the transcendent experience of running with the bulls. Six bulls are released from a local corral and run behind the runners for just over 800 meters to the bull ring, to await their fights later that evening.

6 Tips for Driving the Ring Road in Iceland

This past spring, a friend and I set out to drive the Ring Road (also called Route 1) in Iceland. This stretch of highway wraps around the main part of the island, so in theory it’s pretty simple to drive–you just stay on the same road the whole way around!

5 Reasons to Visit Colonial Williamsburg

Colonial Williamsburg has long been one of my favorite places in Virginia–and, quite possibly, the USA itself. I’m a history nerd who loves the American Revolution, costumes, and re-enactments, so this is perhaps unsurprising.

Unusual (and Awesome) Places to Stay in the UK

The UK is well-known for its charming B&Bs, and perhaps infamously known for its cramped hotels (especially in London). But if you want a quirky, unique lodging experience, there are plenty of fantastically eccentric places to choose from.