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Top 12 Underrated Cities in Europe

If you want to get away from the crowds, you’ll have to head somewhere that’s a little more off the beaten path. The cities that we’ve found for you today are all beautiful and have plenty of historical and cultural atmosphere – but you’ll never see them crammed with visitors. Here are a few of Europe’s most underrated cities.

20 Reasons to Quit Your Job and Travel

Every day we find out about new people who decided to quit their jobs and travel around the world — it’s always fascinating! When you stop to research and understand what makes someone take the leap of faith, you get surprised.

Mini Guide to Russia

Russia is the largest country in the world and has a population of nearly 150 million, though around 77 percent live in the western part of the country. It’s best known for being the first constitutionally socialist state and its role in World War II and the ensuing Cold War. The country has also many technological accomplishments, including sending the first human to space. Nowadays, it’s the world’s 12th largest economy by GDP, the biggest producers of natural gas and oil, and also a permanent member of the UN Council.

Mini Guide to South Africa

South Africa is the southernmost country in the African continent with a population of approximately 56 million people (24th most populous nation). It has a coastline of nearly 2,800 kilometers being part of both the Indian and Atlantic Ocean. It has a difficult history of racial segregation (apartheid) and massive inequality, despite having the seventh…

Mini Guide to Turkey

Located between the Mediterranean, Black, and Aegean Sea, Turkey has borders with countries in the Caucasus, Balkans, and Middle East. Travelers visiting the country will find a rich culture, incredible beaches, superb food, and breathtaking landscapes.

Mini Guide to Indonesia

Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world with just over 17,000 islands. It has a population of roughly 261 million people, though over half lives on the island of Java. The nation has a long trading history with other Asian countries and has also been invaded by the Dutch and English Empires. Indonesia is therefore a melting pot of cultures with the largest Muslim population in the world, but also with strong influences from Hinduism and Buddhism, particularly in Bali. It’s also a nature lover’s paradise, with plenty of fauna, volcanoes, beaches, and diving sites.

Mini Guide to Guatemala

With over 17 million people, Guatemala is the most populous country in Central America. While the first human settlements date back to 18,000 BC, the region is nowadays famous for the history of Mayan Civilization and its ancient ruins.