Wizz Air launched a special flight for thrill seeking passengers - who didn't know where they were flying too. Niamh Kirk jumped on the plane and discovered a new up-and-coming city break holiday13:28, 21 May 2026I got a flight with no idea where it was going and found 25C and £1.55 pintsWould you ever board a flight with no known endpoint? No, we’re not talking about the plot of Final Destination; this is a real thing you can do, thanks to the Hungarian airline Wizz Air.‌All I was told was 'get to Luton Airport for 7am for a 9am flight', and that I was going to a location with a temperature between 20-25C. As a chronic overpacker (and overthinker), ceding such control was no easy feat.‌I arrived at the airport thinking I'd spot some kind of clue, but I was wrong. My boarding pass simply said ‘unknown’. Even the departure boards listed ‘unknown’ as the destination, something I am sure caused confusion for other passengers in the airport.‌The airline had the flight removed from FlightRadar so curious travellers couldn’t sneak a peek online. The crafty planners at Wizz Air were certainly committed to the bit.READ MORE: EasyJet issues summer bookings warning after jet2 gave summer 2026 update‌Buckled up, I got myself comfy and we set off. Three hours in, I looked out of the window to see snowy-topped mountains. It could have been anywhere. It was a strange feeling, putting myself in the hands of an airline. I have watched too many plane hijacking films to know how these things usually end.Lo and behold, just over five hours after we took off, the plane descended. A closer look at the ground revealed nothing. The cabin crew, finally, made the big reveal. We had landed in Yerevan, Armenia. No wonder I had no idea when I looked out the window - I’d only heard of this place thanks to Kim Kardashian.I can’t say I’ve ever thought to go to Armenia and I knew nothing about the country. I didn’t even know where I was on the map. Walking off the plane, I was hit with a blast of heat that melted my worries away. The fun was just beginning.‌The trip was in collaboration with the Armenian tourist board and it’s safe to say the people of Armenia love their country. It’s a nation with strong patriotism for the homeland and a complex modern history. It was under Soviet rule until the 90s and has been at war with neighboring country Azerbaijan as recently as two years ago.As Armenia starts to emerge from its long troubles, it is beginning to flourish. It’s a country where beautiful nature, historic temples and impressive churches sit side by side. It’s touted as an up-and-coming holiday spot, and I was excited to see why.‌First things first, after a long mystery flight, it was time to tick into some local food. The cuisine is centered on roasted vegetables, fresh flatbreads, grilled meats and wine. I particularly enjoyed the lavash, a traditional flatbread baked in a clay oven and sarma, grape leaves stuffed with rice and meatThe country is a big exporter of wine, meaning a tour of the local winery in Yerevan is in order. Aptly called The Armenian Wine Company, I saw firsthand how they make their different glasses of vino (and of course sampled some too). They were very light-bodied and smooth.‌There is a big brandy export trade in Armenia too. Ararat Brandy is another drink the locals are well-oiled with, and it’s definitely very, very strong.‌Aside from the food, another core plank of Armenian culture is religion. Over four days we managed to visit some trule remarkable spiritual sites. First was the Garni Temple, an old pagan ruin that sits on a cliff edge, overlooking the Azat River gorge. Next, the Geghard Monastery: a unique and beautiful cathedral carved into the cliffs. Choir singers tucked away in the bowls of the building sang to us as we explored.‌We later saw the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin church. Built in the 4th century, it is the oldest state-built church in the world. One small but important catch is that to visit all of these landmarks, you would either need to rent a car, or go as part of a guided tour trip. They aren’t within walking distance and public transport options are limted.My hotel for the weekend was the DoubleTree by Hilton, located in the heart of Yerevan. It offers a beautiful view of the Mount Ararat and the rooms are spacious and very modern. It also has a luxury spa, gym and sauna, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the city.Article continues belowThe city itself is vibrant and nicknamed the ‘pink city’, thanks to its stone buildings and views of the mountains - with some buildings older than Rome. It’s a bustling place packed with coffee shops, restaurants and shops, as well as bars where you can grab a beer for around £1.50.While Armenia had never been on my radar, I am very happy to have been and experienced life there. It’s definitely not what I had expected, but a place I am excited to watch become more popular.Book itWizz Air flies from Luton to Yerevan on Mondays and Fridays from June 8, from £45.99 one way.