Welcome to UnusualPlaces.org, your gateway to the most extraordinary corners of our planet. Since 2011, we’ve been on a mission to uncover and share the hidden gems that make our world so wonderfully unique. As a team of writers and travelers, we live life on the move, driven by a passion for exploration and storytelling.
UnusualPlaces.org is your guide to quirky, weird, and beautiful places to visit around the world. Besides highlighting these unique destinations, we also delve into offbeat travel experiences and provide insightful travel tips. Our content extends to featuring unusual hotels and restaurants, ensuring you have a comprehensive guide for your adventurous travels.
Our journey began with a simple idea: to document the places often overlooked by traditional travel guides. From the remote and mystical to the quirky and awe-inspiring, we bring you stories that capture the essence of the world’s most unusual places. We’ve always believed that there’s a unique hidden gem in every neighborhood, a place that’s dear to us and perhaps one we might want to keep secret. It could be a mountain, a creek, a waterfall, or even a cozy bar or mom-and-pop restaurant we visit every week. These are the kinds of places that make the world feel special, and we’re here to share them with you.
Ilya, our editor, is the heart and soul of our team. Having lived in the USA, Norway, England, Scotland, Estonia, Georgia, Italy, and Russia, Ilya is always on the move, finding inspiration in every new destination. His diverse experiences and keen eye for the extraordinary shape the narrative of Unusual Places.
Jenny, a writer from Louisiana, shares her love for travel through words. As a digital nomad, she’s constantly on the lookout for the next adventure, bringing to life the stories of the unusual places she encounters along the way.
At Unusual Places, we believe that the best stories come from those who experience the world firsthand. Many of our articles are contributed by readers who share our passion for travel and exploration. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or just beginning your journey, we invite you to join our community and share your own tales of the world’s most unusual places.
Press Mentions
We were named a local expert on ApartmentGuide. Read the full article here:
https://www.apartmentguide.com/blog/6-fort-worth-hidden-gems-discover-the-best-of-cowtowns-local-charm/
We’re excited to share that we were mentioned in the article ‘How to Take a Post-Pandemic Road Trip‘ on Wired and 2024 Gift Guide in TheAtlantic. Additionally, we’ve been featured in multiple articles on Business Insider, as well as several times on BuzzFeed, Today.com, Thrillist and many more!