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CopenPay is a traveler rewards program designed to encourage sustainability to reduce the environmental impact of tourism in Denmark's capital.
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Military activity has long contributed to Switzerland’s noise pollution, with limited progress in reducing the impact.
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In northern Romania, centuries-old traditions still shape everyday life, even as the region opens to curious travelers.
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Central Asian Tigers are again roaming Kazakhstan, 70 years after their extinction. Their return is celebrated as an ecological triumph, but it also brings apprehension and uncertainty as locals express concerns for the safety of humans and livestock.
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Latvia ranks fourth in countries with the highest alcohol consumption, raising concerns regarding alcohol abuse and challenges to rehabilitation.
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2025 marks 80 years since the end of the Holocaust; harmful social media trends around Poland's memorial sites greatly disrespect the 6 million Jewish victims.
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While preparing your trip to Switzerland, consider a traveler’s opinion on what’s worth spending money on in an expensive country.
Read MoreHow to Road Trip Switzerland
Explore this guide to a week of road tripping through Switzerland.
Read MoreDiscover Croatia Through 7 Lesser-Known Coastal Towns
Known for clear blue waters and a rich history, the beach towns along the shores of Croatia offer a look into the country’s blended cultures and charming coastal attractions.
Read MoreHow To Road Trip Austria
Explore this detailed guide to a week-long road trip in Austria.
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A small country with big charm, Slovenia offers alpine peaks, ancient castles and fewer crowds.
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After nearly one million Russian men fled conscription in 2022, the countries that received them are still grappling with the impacts of this influx three years later.
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