Tourists have been flocking to Venice since the days of the early 18th century. According to the Port Authority, Venice had over 36 million international visitors in 2017, nearly a 10% rise over the previous year. Between April to October, an estimated 32,000 cruise ship passengers disembark daily, according to the Port Authority. The National Tourism Agency adds that in August, 465,100 day-trippers add an additional 2.2 million overnight tourists.

Moscow is a cornucopia of sights, sounds, and smells. As the premier city in Russia, Moscow is the cosmopolitan heart of the country as well as its cultural backbone. A trip to Russia’s capital city will be unlike anything else that you have ever experienced. From stunning architecture to historical palaces to a dazzling array of arts and cultural experiences, Moscow represents the spirit of Russia in every detail. Here are just a few of the reasons why a trip to Moscow should be in your travel future:

While it may be in the shadow of some of the more famous European cities, Copenhagen deserves serious consideration for any global travel itinerary. This charming Scandinavian city is full of cultural highlights, delicious food & drink, unique architecture, and outdoor adventure opportunities. Here are just a few reasons why Copenhagen is a favorite destination for discerning travelers:

In a small town named Sommarøy (or “Summer Island,”) in Northern Norway, night and day don’t follow the traditional rules. For a solid 3 months in the summer, the sun doesn’t set. For another 3 months during the winter season, it doesn’t rise. Living like this where the daylight doesn’t give any indication of the time can be frustrating or freeing, depending on how you look at it. This small town sees it as the latter and wants to push for its freedom from the constraints of traditional time. Sommarøy wants to officially become the first time-free zone in the world. If you find this as intriguing as we do, we’ve got the details on this unique little town and their unusual request.