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13 Things You Should Know Before Staying in a Hostel

Hostels are great for people who are interested in the friendly, communal atmosphere of a shared living space and enjoy meeting new people while they’re on vacation. However, if you’ve never stayed in one before, there are some unspoken rules that will help you make friends and win over your dormmates, as well as ensure you a safe and secure night’s sleep.

The Best Distilleries in England

England has long been a country that has appreciated fine liquor. While they’re mostly content to let Scotland, their northern neighbor, carry the bulk of the island’s whisky production, there are still plenty of amazing distilleries down south who are producing everything from seaweed-infused gin to a modern-day take on grappa.

Life is Highway: The World’s Most Quintessential Road Trips

There is no better feeling than driving down a long stretch of road with a good song on the radio and your best friend in the passenger seat. If you love a good road trip, here are 20 of the best drivable journeys the world has to offer.

Cultured Palate: Dishes from the Pacific Northwest

If you’ve ever heard people discuss the cuisine of the Pacific Northwest, they talk lovingly of ingredients rather than specific dishes. That’s because the food of the Cascadia region is focused on fresh ingredients from land and sea.

Are You Afraid of the Dark? The Scariest Places in the World

We’ve all settled in for a solitary evening at home, steaming cup of liquid in hand, only to hear a menacing creak, an inconspicuous smash, or a non-descript voice. Even the slightest unfamiliar sound can transform a familiar locale in to something eerie and unsettling. Now, imagine an unfamiliar place with a storied history of odd, unexplainable occurrences.

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.

The Mecca of Sports: The Sports Venues You Should Visit

It’s no secret that the greatest achievements in sports history benefited from the venue that contained them. After all, the pitch, field, park, or area contribute as much to the high-octane action as the players on the field.