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Founded in the 10th century, Wrocław, Poland is home to Europe’s largest market square and rows of colorful buildings recreated post-World War I. Cathedral Island -- the oldest neighborhood in this artsy, bustling city of 643,000 -- houses some of the oldest and most stunning buildings in the city, including the red-bricked St. Martin's Chapel.

There Are Hundreds Of Gnomes Hiding Around This Millennia-Old European City

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Given that Poland is still establishing its reputation on the international stage, its potential as a vacation destination tends to be overlooked by Europe-bound tourists, many of whom never make it further east than Berlin.

Poland is an Overlooked European Gem Demanding to be Explored

Los Angeles

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Life in Los Angeles, unsurprisingly, can be pretty stressful.

How to Get Rejuvenated at LA's Finest 24-Hour Korean Spas

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Eight years ago, when I visited Poland for the first of many times, I didn’t know enough about the country to even conjure up a tired stereotype.

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Yes, Taiwan is a wallet-friendly destination, but so is Southeast Asia at large.

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Montreal

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There Are Hundreds Of Gnomes Hiding Around This Millennia-Old European City

And they’re rooted in fighting fascism.

Poland is an Overlooked European Gem Demanding to be Explored

Given that Poland is still establishing its reputation on the international stage, its potential as a vacation destination tends to be overlooked by Europe-bound tourists, many of whom never make it further east than Berlin.

How to Get Rejuvenated at LA's Finest 24-Hour Korean Spas

Life in Los Angeles, unsurprisingly, can be pretty stressful.

Visit This Fascinating, Friendly European City Before It Gets Too Popular

Eight years ago, when I visited Poland for the first of many times, I didn’t know enough about the country to even conjure up a tired stereotype.

This Tiny, but Mighty, Asian Island Is Seriously Under-Hyped

Yes, Taiwan is a wallet-friendly destination, but so is Southeast Asia at large.

The Best Beer Bars in Montreal Right Now

Montreal’s drinking culture is indeed legendary.

The Best Breweries in Montreal Right Now

Every town can be a drinking town.