Tovrea Castle, also known as the “Wedding Cake House” (because apparently, someone thought, “You know what this desert needs?

Imagine stumbling upon a medieval fortress in the heart of Illinois. No, you’re not dreaming – it’s Stronghold Castle, a hidden gem that’ll make you question your GPS and your sanity.

The Daum glass factory of Nancy, France, is famous for its cameo glass, but that isn’t the only kind it made. When Jean Daum founded the factory in 1875, he made cut and enameled glass. His sons ...