Sophia Andrus

Editor

Born in Lviv, Ukraine, Sophia's fascination with historic architecture led her to explore diverse cultures. She studied English and Spanish, deepening her appreciation for cultural heritage. As a volunteer, she organized an English-speaking camp in Ukraine, fostering cultural exchanges with American volunteers. After working as an English teacher and translator, Sophia transitioned to her true passion: content writing.

Since she was three years old, Sophia has camped with her parents every summer, sparking her passion for hiking in the Carpathian Mountains. As a child, she toured Europe with her folk dance group, performing in various countries. These experiences fueled her desire to explore more places independently. As a travel enthusiast, Sophia is not only passionate about traveling but also about reading books on different countries and their cultural differences.

Sophia loves exploring and dreams of visiting as many places as possible, whether popular or obscure. However, Spain and Portugal top her list, with Gaudi's vibrant and unique architecture in Barcelona and the wild waves of Portugal's coast.

Latest reasons

Flamboyant, or Flame Tree

November–February • Nature

These magnificent trees create fantastic landscapes

Narcissus Valley

May • Nature

Eastern Europe's only lowland area with alpine flowers galore!

Crocuses

April–May • Nature

These rare flowers paint Ukrainian Transcarpathia with captivating purple

Wildflowers of Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

April–August • Nature

During spring this area is filled with amazing colorful wildflowers that make your visit even more memorable

Sunflowers in Texas

May–June • Nature

Add sunshine to your life by visiting a sunflower field in Texas

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi

all year round • Activity

The largest mosque in the UAE is something extraordinary

Danakil Depression

November–February • Activity

Visit the 'Mars on Earth' at the meeting point of three tectonic plates in northeastern Ethiopia

Dock of Souls (Muelle de las Almas)

December–March • Activity

A mystical and philosophical dock installation on Chiloe Island

Carson Mansion

all year round • Activity

The most famous Victorian home on the West Coast

Bowling Ball Beach

all year round (low tide) • Activity

Huge spherical stones lining the beach make it unique and beautiful

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year round • Activity

With 58 characters this village has the longest name in Europe

Étretat

April–October • Nature

Known for its white cliffs and beaches strewn with rocks, Étretat attracts both tourists and world-famous artists

Monongahela & Duquesne Inclines

all year round • Activity

If you haven’t ridden historical Pittsburgh funiculars, you haven’t seen the city yet

Chefchaouen

March–May | September–November • Activity

This idyllic blue town is the perfect background for that perfect Instagram shot

Borobudur

September–May • Activity

Visit the world's largest Buddhist temple temple without crowds

SS Ayrfield Shipwreck

all year round • Activity

Can you picture an abandoned ship with a forest in it?

Prokletije National Park

May–September • Nature

Mountain biking, hiking, fishing—try all these activities in Prokletije National Park!

Wind Cathedral

March–November • Nature

Natural wonders are hidden in various places and desert is not an exception

Tulip Season

mid-March–late May • Nature

These spring flowers transform the Netherlands into a large colourful carpet

Opium Poppy Flowers

January–February • Nature

Blooming poppies turn the green hills of Laos into amazing impressionist pictures