Perhaps the last “off the beaten path” spot in Europe, Moldova lies on the fault line between East and West.  A country barely even known by its neighbors, Moldova lauds a surprising number of sights not seen anywhere else.  From a monastery dug into a cliff to a city of half built mansions, Moldova’s unique personality awaits to be introduced to the world.  Boasting soil that could feed nearly any crop, Moldova’s fruits and vegetables are some of the most flavorful on earth.  It is the wine, however, that makes Moldova proud.  Many of the population make their own batches and are eager to share with visitors.  Dozens of wineries dot the landscape, including the Guinness-certified largest wine cellar on earth.  With the majority of the country’s universities in Chisinau, this capital is a young and vibrant city hosting a surprising diversity of food and entertainment.  Although Club Med travelers should steer clear, Moldova’s rustic throwback veneer is unlike anywhere else on earth.