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Here's What's Up: Conan in Armenia, Hard-to-Book Restaurants, London Quiz & More Travel Trends

Hello, Travelzoo community! Welcome to Here's What's Up, our weekly roundup of trending topics in travel, leisure, culture, and lifestyle. As you prepare for the weekend, discover vacation inspirations, insider tips, must-see destinations, and expert insights.

This week, we're highlighting the latest from @TeamCoco, @CNNTravel, @BrainStuffHSW, @NatGeoTravel, and more.

Good Week For …

Travelers exploring Armenia -- Conan O'Brien brings humor to his journey through an Armenian marketplace. He engages with locals, samples traditional delicacies (including the boldly named “Armenian Viagra”), and stands out in this entertaining video from @TeamCoco.

Bad Week For …

Foodies chasing exclusive reservations -- These nine restaurants are tougher to book than Harvard admissions! Check the list at CNN Travel.

Did You Know … ?

How déjà vu works? Learn the science behind that eerie feeling of reliving a moment, like reading this post or sipping your holiday drink at your desk. BrainStuff explains.

From the Blogs & Beyond

Can you truly experience a city in 12 hours? Absolutely! Get inspired by the vibrant, style-focused guides at 12hours.net. Founders Anna and Soren offer detailed itineraries for art, fashion, shopping, dining, sightseeing, and more. Explore a stylish sprint through Copenhagen here.

Quiz Time!

London Calling! Whether planning a UK trip or a dedicated Anglophile, test your knowledge with this London Pop Culture quiz at Nat Geo Travel! Here s What s Up: Conan in Armenia, Hard-to-Book Restaurants, London Quiz & More Travel Trends

Photo from Flickr by Anna & Michal

This Week We’re Dreaming About ...

Holiday gifts! Beyond our Travelzoo Holiday Gift Guide, consider The Everywhere Box: a curated collection of 42 unique travel guides, from "How to Find the Old New York" to "The Raymond Chandler Map of Los Angeles." Perfect for armchair adventures, packaged in a charming holiday box. Details at Messy Nessy Chic.

Instagrammer of the Week

Meet Elise, aka @roundtheworldgirl, sharing glimpses of her adventures in stunning wilderness destinations around the globe.

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