Winter has arrived. Prices - and temperatures - are lower in Eastern Europe. Now through April and May, you'll be able to snag better prices on reservations, because most tourists ... Read More

If you missed last year's Caucasian Challenge, you have another chance to experience the thrill of this minimal-assistance motor ralley. The journey takes teams through Hungary, Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Kosovo, ... Read More

The holiday season is celebrated around the globe. For travel ideas, don't miss out on the Holiday Blog Carnival, hosted by About.com's Guide to Theme Parks.

Travel to Eastern Europe can be budget-friendly - if you plan ahead. You won't have to make too many sacrifices to save some money when traveling in Eastern Europe, especially ... Read More

Researchers say they have positively identified Nicolaus Copernicus' skeleton, buried in northern Poland and excavated three years ago. Sites where the famous 16th century astronomer worked have become attractive to ... Read More

The sheer number of hotels in Prague can be overwhelming. Hotels in Prague range from the most basic to the most luxurious, and their prices also frequently reflect this disparity. ... Read More

In many sectors, it seems little has changed in Russia since the breakup of the USSR. Travelers must be especially diligent in making sure that all of their travel documents ... Read More

Seven years after TSA regulations were tightened, travelers are still going through the same charade before boarding a plane in the U.S. or returning to the States. The only thing ... Read More

If you live in the States, it may be unusual for you to carry cash. Credit cards are so convenient, and it's a sign a business is behind the times ... Read More

Vegetarians in Eastern Europe, while likely becoming more common, are still rare. This means that meatless dishes are also less common than they are in the States or Western Europe. ... Read More

As Russia and Eastern Europe seek to modernize public areas for both citizens and visitors, the toilet situation continues to improve. However, you may still encounter some surprises. Squat toilets, ... Read More

The Amber Room, a chamber covered entirely in panels decorated with amber, has long fascinated travelers, history buffs, and treasure-seekers. Lost during WWII, the fate of the amber panels remains ... Read More

If Croatia wants to join the EU, it will have to prove it serious about reducing organized crime, BBC reports. Serbia is still on track to join the EU, though ... Read More