London is a popular travelers' hub for obvious reasons. But what about the sometimes-overlooked nearby cities and towns that are beautiful and rich in history and culture? Here are some of our favorite day trips from London.

Not quite sure why everyone isn’t taking a trip to Laos, because this country bursting full of thick jungles and boat trips to some “dreamy as heck” turquoise pools.  

Counting up how many countries you have visited? If you're visiting Italy, San Marino is a really easy country you can add to the list ... because it's located right inside Italy.

No walk down the scenic streets of Rome is complete without a cone of hazelnut gelato nestled inside. While all gelaterias have 15-20 or even 25-30 different flavors, no visit to Italy would be complete without seeing over 150 flavors of gelato in one place.

You've got your heart set on spending a semester volunteering abroad ... but you don't want to interrupt your education. Sound familiar? We can help!

The wind carries the Atlantic sea air up while the wind pushes you back and then in hits you ... I'm in Ireland!

Colorful streets, towering cathedrals, and a photogenic city center, this is the getaway you’re looking for. 

Hanging out in Bosnia? These thundering waterfalls are an easy day trip from Mostar, which just happens to be home to the prettiest bridge in Europe.

Raise your hand if you knew Ukraine was hiding such a colorful little city.

College is spendy right? Yep, it is. The government is pretty motivated to have you be educated, enough that the U.S. Department of Education budgets to help give financial aid to around 15 million students each year. Are you going to be one of them?