The world's 16 best cities for design
Eleven years ago UNESCO launched the Creative Cities Network to recognize cities around the world whose creativity has an impact on their social, economic, and political development.Of the seven...
View ArticleThis 'Swiss Army Knife of jackets' is the most highly funded piece of...
The BauBax jacket isn't your typical piece of outerwear.Dubbed the "Swiss Army Knife of jackets," the BauBax has 15 features to simplify your life in ways you hadn't imagined.The jacket has everything...
View Article5 reasons why you should book your next trip to Turin, Italy
Turin has long been synonymous, for better or for worse, with Fiat—and as the home to the car manufacturer since the early 1900s, the northern Italian city has held the ignominious rap as the Detroit...
View ArticleHere's why wine tastes different when you're on a plane
Wine is increasingly becoming a major priority for flyers (CNN dubs them "oeno-flyers"), and airlines are investing more and more time and money into hiring expensive sommeliers to curate their wine...
View ArticleThese are the best restaurants in America for foodies, according to OpenTable
OpenTable just released its annual list of the 100 Best Restaurants for Foodies in America.The list, which was generated from an analysis of more than five million OpenTable reviews, honors restaurants...
View ArticleThis couple quit their advertising jobs to travel the world — and now they...
Dropping everything to travel the world may sound like a far-off dream to some, but not for Stevo Dirnberger and Chanel Cartell.The couple run the blog How Far From Home, where they hold up signs that...
View Article10 photos show the quiet beauty of train stations when they're completely empty
For 16 years, Nick Frank served as an art and creative director in advertising.It wasn’t until late 2013 that he switched his career path to become a professional architecture and landscape...
View ArticleThis is the biggest mistake tourists make when visiting Rome
I just got back from a week-long trip to Italy.Our first stop was in the historical city of Rome. I'm not much into touristy things, but I knew I had to see the Colosseum and the Vatican. Luckily, a...
View ArticleThe world's first rooftop vineyard is about to open in Brooklyn
Devin Shomaker came up with the idea of a rooftop vineyard when he was still studying viticulture at Finger Lakes Community College in upstate New York.That was back in the beginning of 2013, and...
View ArticleThe city of Kyoto created a guide that tells tourists what not to do when...
Kyoto was recently named the best city in the world by Travel + Leisure's annual World's Best Awards for the second year in the row.With this honor comes a surge of tourism, and with that a slew of...
View ArticleThis map shows where and when to see the best fall foliage in the US
The end of summer means cooler temperatures and changing colors.Vibrant fall foliage can be found pretty much all over the US, but you'll want to plan your trip carefully.Peak foliage varies by region...
View Article10 travel apps that will make you feel like a local
No one wants to feel like a tourist. And these days, people don't even want to feel like travelers, but want to experience a place like a local. Luckily, there's an app for that. Multiple apps even....
View Article8 things that are considered offensive in Europe
Mixing with the locals is the fastest way to the heart of a place—and it’s easier than ever, thanks to Airbnb, Couchsurfing, Eatwith and the like.There’s only one catch—you think Paris’ transit system...
View ArticleThe 10 most tourist-friendly cities in the US
Anyone who lives in a city that's a popular travel destination knows that tourists can get slightly annoying.However, chances are, most of us have been a tourist at some point in our lives, which is a...
View ArticleThe 6 best books to pick up if you just moved to New York City
If you're new to New York City, you can be sure you're not alone. With more than 8.5 million residents, NYC is filled with natives and newbies alike. As a NYC transplant myself, I've recently decided...
View Article50 incredible bars you should drink at in your lifetime
Whether you want to drink in epic views, history, or iconic cocktails, these bars have got you covered.From the world's oldest bar to one housed inside of a massive tree in South Africa, we've found 50...
View ArticleTravel experts reveal the best piece of advice they’ve ever received
Travel is one of the most meaningful ways to enjoy your free time.If you're traveling with kids, it's the opportunity to raise children who are globally aware.If you're traveling solo, it's a chance to...
View ArticleA photographer traveled to 70 countries — here are some of the best pictures...
Photographer Andrei Duman has traveled to 70 different countries around the world, including some of the most stunning and remote destinations. He started touring internationally as a semi-professional...
View ArticleThe 10 friendliest cities in the US
For the third year running, we've asked our readers to rate a city's "friendliness" in the Readers’ Choice Awards survey, especially with respect to where you felt welcome, or not.See which cities...
View Article13 Chinese customs that are shocking to foreigners
Every country has its own culture and unique customs that come with it. Understanding the social etiquette of the country before visiting can help to make the experience less overwhelming.In China, you...
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