Hiking is often mistaken for a strenuous outdoor activity, requiring years of experience. Lavinia Patrascu believes that, even though climbing a mountain should never be taken lightly, the reality is that almost anyone can embark on a memorable journey towards an imposing mountain peak.
Many visitors hesitate to drive when traveling to unfamiliar parts of Europe, and that's probably for the best. But those who do are often treated to stunning views that they'll never forget.
Feel like you are running out of worthwhile destinations? Cherrye Moore takes us to five excellent places to visit that most people have never heard of.
If you plan to visit the Black Sea, Anne-Sophie Redisch suggests opting for the fascinating, ancient city of Nesebar. Unless you’re doing sociological research on drunk, loud, young Europeans holidayi
Radoslav Raikov explains why Bulgaria ranks among the top destinations in Europe to visit. Towns like Sozopol and Nessebar are among the most attractive sights. Read on
Hiking is often mistaken for a strenuous outdoor activity, requiring years of experience. Lavinia Patrascu believes that, even though climbing a mountain should never be taken lightly, the reality is that almost anyone can embark on a memorable journey towards an imposing mountain peak. 
Southern Bulgaria's Rhodopi Mountains are mostly pristine because they are hardly visited. Marisa Galitz takes us on a tour. 
Many visitors hesitate to drive when traveling to unfamiliar parts of Europe, and that's probably for the best. But those who do are often treated to stunning views that they'll never forget. 
In Plovdiv, Bulgaria, John M. Edwards snitches on the Balkans' best-kept secret: an ancient (and enduring) heresy. 
Feel like you are running out of worthwhile destinations? Cherrye Moore takes us to five excellent places to visit that most people have never heard of. 