by Eleanor Herzog As I hailed a taxi to take me to the nearest, least flea-ridden hostel, I looked around at the … [Read More...]
Travel stories and tips on destinations worldwide
Plus: How to get discounts on airfare,
hotels and more travel deals…
Scroll down…
Read our first-hand travel stories: adventure, cultural, artistic,
spiritual and more, by award-winning travel writers and photographers …
SEARCH THIS WEBSITE
Some of our travel stories
Hover over image for more info
Loading...
Wall Poems in Leiden, Holland
The Words of the Poet Are Written On Sleutelstaat Walls by Giuseppe Raudino As I walked in the historic center of … [Read More...]
St. Kevin’s Kitchen, Glendalough
County Wicklow, Eire, Ireland by J.M.Bridgeman It is a sunny spring morning, perfect for a trip to Glendalough, an … [Read More...]
What Are The Top Historical Spots To See In Manchester?
Manchester boasts a highly rewarding tourism activity for its historical architecture and industrial culture. This … [Read More...]
Trekking in Nepal: Why Annapurna Circuit and Langtang Valley Are the Best:
Nepal, the land of towering peaks, wealthy culture, and quiet scenes, is an adventurer's heaven. Among its numerous … [Read More...]
France: Under the Eyes of Caesar
by Glen Cowley The head emerged from years in its watery grave. If only stone cold eyes could see! The discovery … [Read More...]
Death and Dolce in Italy’s Dolomites
by Marc Latham Before I ascended into the Dolomites, if somebody mentioned Great War (World War One) stalemates I … [Read More...]
A More Personal Way to Discover Egypt’s Ancient Wonders
Imagine standing before the Great Pyramid of Giza without fighting through a sea of tourists, or exploring the Valley of … [Read More...]
Fort Kumbhalgarh, With Its Amazing Wall
Rajsamand, Rajasthan, India by Anuradha Shankar We can scarcely believe that we are in the heart of the Indian … [Read More...]
The Priestess of Chornancap
by Georges Fery The history of the conquest of the Americas was written by Spanish conquistadors and later by … [Read More...]
Pablo Neruda’s Romantic Hideaway
Atlantida, Uruguay by Lisa Marie Mercer Were he alive today, exiled Chilean rebel poet Pablo Neruda would have … [Read More...]
Moscow Sculptor Zurab Tsereteli
Changing the Artistic Face of Russia by Maria Kozyreva Once you are in Moscow, as you walk down its streets, go … [Read More...]
Hi, I’m Robert Scheer, the editor and publisher of Travel Thru History.
I’m a former president of the B.C. chapter of the Travel Media Association of Canada (TMAC), as well as a lifetime member and past president of the British Columbia Association of Travel Writers (BCATW).
This website was founded in 2008 by W. Ruth Kozak, and she passed the torch to me in July, 2020.
Find out more about me here.
If you are a travel writer looking for more exposure here on Travel Thru History,
please see our Writers Guidelines.
Recent Posts
- Cycling Through History: The World’s Most Fascinating Heritage Routes
- Planning a family road trip through England’s history
- Port Coquitlam: A Shopping-Filled Day Trip from Vancouver
- Follow The Water Through Bath’s Roman Story
- Road Trip Stops Worth Finding in the Rocky Mountains
- Exploring Kirkwood by Ford on a Weekend Road Trip
- Discovering Nearby Landscapes by Road From Burlington
- Day-Trip Destinations Around St. Louis for Road Explorers
- Day-Trip Adventures for Toyota Travelers Around Lake Park
- Illinois and Iowa: 10 Fun Facts That Might Surprise You
- Driving Through Los Angeles: A Journey Through Old Hollywood, Route 66, and Coastal History
- What Makes Muir Woods and Sausalito a Great Day Trip From San Francisco
- The Towns That Dallas–Fort Worth Grew Around: Exploring the Older Communities Hidden Inside the Metroplex
- Hosting Corporate Retreats at Hotel Alpenrock: Work Meets the Mountains
- England to Scotland: Combining London and Edinburgh in One UK Trip
- How to travel through Mexico on a budget without missing the highlights in 2026
- 6 Best Scenic Drives From NYC Worth Taking
- Georgian Food: The Herbs, Walnuts and Spice Blends Behind the Cuisine
- A First-Time Guide to Traveling Abroad
- Lanzarote Airport Transfers: Times, Prices and How to Get from ACE to Your Resort
- 5 Best Family Glamping Near Royal Gorge: 10 Minutes From the Bridge, Not 40 Miles
- Why Nepal is the World’s Best Destination for Himalayan Trekking and Expeditions
- Bergen’s Beffen: The Little Ferry That Has Been Crossing History Since 1894
- Annapurna Circuit Trek: A Journey Around the Annapurna Massif
- How to Plan the Perfect Motorsport Weekend Getaway in America
- Exploring the Scottish Highlands by Motorhome: The Complete Guide
- Delhi on a Budget: Getting There Without Overpaying
- How San Francisco’s Rebuilding Era Shaped Its Modern Neighborhoods
- From Colonial Streets to National Monuments: An East Coast History Road Trip
- A Travel Guide to Renting and Driving in Morocco’s Northern Gateway
- What Should I Look for in an Ideal Sagle Vacation Rental?
- French Fashion Essentials Every Traveler Should Pack for a European Adventure
- How to Prepare Before Making Aliyah to Israel
- Where Do Most Students Live in Manchester?
- Cheapest Student Cities in the UK 2026
