Author Archives: Matt Hook

5 Fascinating Abandoned Castles Around the World That Still Stop Travelers Cold

Explore the rugged charm of ancient stone ruins against the dramatic Bosnian mountains.

From crumbling hilltop strongholds to vine-covered ruins, these five abandoned castles prove that not every travel highlight needs gift shops, ticket queues, or a working roof.

Monklands Hospital Replacement Plans Dropped As Scottish Government Orders Redesign

View of University Hospitals building in Cleveland, OH against a clear sky.

Plans to replace University Hospital Monklands have been scrapped in their current form, with ministers citing cost concerns and North Lanarkshire Council saying the move came as a surprise.

Delta’s Boston Logan Send-Off for Scotland’s Tartan Army Traveling to Miami

A thrilling view of an airplane landing with a cruise ship passing by in Boston Harbor.

Delta marked Scotland’s World Cup journey with a themed send-off at Boston Logan International Airport, giving traveling fans priority boarding, shortbread, postcards, and a Kilt Cam on the way to Miami.

Coolcations for Summer: Helsinki, Edinburgh, Reykjavík, San Francisco and more

Young skater rollerblading on a bridge with love locks in Helsinki, Finland.

A new roundup of nine coolcation destinations leans into a simple idea: summer travel does not have to mean sweating through sightseeing. From Helsinki and Reykjavík to Buenos Aires and San Francisco, the focus is on milder weather, waterfront air, and hotels positioned near the places travelers actually want to see.

Union Station World Cup Fan Zone in Los Angeles: dates, location and what fans can expect

Iconic Union Station facade with clock and signage in Denver, Colorado, USA.

Los Angeles Union Station will host an official World Cup Fan Zone called Heart of the City from June 25 to 28, giving fans a place to watch matches, meet soccer legends and catch live entertainment in the station’s historic downtown setting.