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Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Travel Portland Episode
The Rose City is The Manual's headquarters, and in honor of our 50th episode, it was only fitting to talk about all things Portland. -
Luma Projection Arts Festival Is a Trippy Fusion of Art and Technology
See buildings — even people — transformed into something fantastical and otherworldly. -
The Best Restaurants, Hotels, and Things to Do in the Catskills
This guide covers the best of both worlds, whether you want to check out the big ski resort mountains of the east or the burgeoning small towns of the west. -
Take a Tour of Tennessee’s Most Notorious Penitentiary
For many, especially those serving life sentences, there was quite literally no escape. -
Why You Should Go Solo on a Group Travel Trip with Modern Adventure
Sometimes, it's best to go it alone. Here's why. -
Puerto Rico is Back and Ready for Your Next Vacation
Put your vacation dollars to work, visit Puerto Rico, and leave inspired by the local perseverance, graciousness, and hope. -
You Can Travel With Zero Luggage Thanks to Locarry
You can skip the suitcase and borrow everything from digital cameras to socks to surfboards. -
Take a Sneak Peek at World’s Longest, Fastest, Tallest Dive Roller Coaster
The Yukon Striker in Toronto will come complete with a 245-foot drop into an underground tunnel at 80 mph. -
Lume Traveler No. 1 Trailer Features a Panoramic, Retractable Roof for Stargazing
Other features highlights include a sizable outdoor kitchen, full-sized bed, felted wool upholstery, sustainable teak trim, hand-stitched leather, and plenty of cabinet space. -
Escape to New Zealand’s Most Remote, Beautiful, and Luxurious Lodges
All the stereotypes you’ve heard about New Zealand — the fantastic wine, the insane adventure experiences — are all true. -
This Bucket-List-Worthy Cruise Will Visit 26 Countries and 5 Continents in 111 Days
The numbers are impressive: 34,287 nautical miles and 42 destinations, including 12 late-night stays on five continents. -
New Zealand Debuts World’s Most Extreme Catapult (and You Can Ride It)
As long as you’re over 13 years old, under 280 pounds, and reasonably fit, you’re in. -
From Ramen to Beluga Penises, Behold These 4 Wonderfully Weird Museums
Anything can be elevated to high-society status by collecting it, curating it, and building a museum around it — and we mean anything. -
4 Ridiculously Over-the-Top Villas You Can Rent on Airbnb
Can you really put a price on Hawaiian sunsets and French vineyard views? -
The Future of Air Travel Is Full of Cute, Dog-Sized Robots
Do we want armies of small autonomous robots running rampant in every airport bathroom, newsstand, and Chili’s Too? -
Beards, Booze, and Bacon: The Hawaii Episode
First, we give everyone a rundown of the volcano situation (it's totally not a big deal). -
Samsonite Gets Tough with New Kevlar-Reinforced SXK Line of Bags
After over 100 years in business, you wouldn’t think there would be much left that Samsonite hasn’t done — but you’d be wrong. -
Farewell, Chef: Anthony Bourdain’s ‘Parts Unknown’ to Return for One Final Season
The badass chef's humility and self-effacing sense of humor will play out for one last time. -
This Is the Killer iPhone Camera Lens Kit You’ve Been Waiting For
With these add-on iPhone lenses, Olloclip wants you to leave that bulky DSLR at home. -
Take a Don Draper-Worthy Road Trip in this Vintage $225,000 RV
Everything from the unique shape down to the luxury finishes makes this fully restored travel trailer worth the price. It's even been signed by Chuck Pelly. -
6 Mystical Old-Growth Forests Around the World
"The clearest way into the universe is through a forest wilderness," says John Muir. -
Mooching, Whales, and Catching Kings: What It’s Like to Go Salmon Fishing in Alaska
It's more peaceful (and a lot easier) than you can imagine. -
Road Trip on 2 Wheels Instead of 4 Along United States Bicycle Route 66
Cyclists on USBR 66 ride on two-lane rural roads that parallel or exactly follow the original Route 66 motorway. -
Deep-Fried Everything: 4 of the Most Gluttonous State Fairs in the U.S.
Because your cardiologist’s kids aren’t going to put themselves through college. -
This Hotel Won’t Let You Have Jet Lag
A combination of technology and luxurious amenities will help correct your wonky circadian rhythm after a long flight. -
10 Best Restaurants in New Orleans, Both Old and New
The love for food and booze knows no bounds, which you’ll quickly come to realize after spending a few days in the Big Easy. -
3D Scanners Could (Finally) Expedite Airport Security by Ditching Liquid Restrictions
Let's bring back the good ol' days of free-wheelin' air travel. -
Why You Should Add Cincinnati to Your Food and Drink Destination List
Upon visiting the Queen City, we were greeted with a vibrant collection of good food, art, and boozing establishments. -
Where to Travel for World-Class Medical Care on a Budget
It’s no surprise that many Americans in need of medical treatment are willing to look elsewhere — anywhere — for affordable quality care. -
World’s Largest, Most Luxurious Aircraft Will Have Glass Floors and Posh Bedrooms
Every guestroom has a private bathroom and a view from 16,000 feet above Earth. -
Camp for (Almost) Free at Breweries, Vineyards, and Farms with Harvest Hosts
Grab a cheap, one-of-a-kind place to stay and support a local business in the process. -
Wing Walking Is the Fine Art of Strapping Yourself to a Biplane
If deep sea diving or late-night Taco Bell eats aren't dangerous enough for you, try wing walking. -
Upscape Outpost Offers a Beautifully Disconnected Pop-up Camp in the Patagonian Wilderness
Because sometimes you need to get lost to truly find yourself. -
3 Luxury Resorts in the Northeast that Outdoor Enthusiasts Will Love
There's no reason to choose between enjoying the finer thing in life and enjoying adventure if you know where to look. -
Sleep in a Giant Tequila Barrel at a One-of-a-kind Mexican Distillery Hotel
Is a tequila-barrel hotel hokey? Sure. Do we care? Not even a little. -
El Cosmico Campground Offers Unique Shelters for the Vagabond in Us All
El Cosmico isn’t just a place to stay — it’s a chance to escape the everyday. -
Crash on Namibia’s Dramatic Skeleton Coast at the One-of-a-kind Shipwreck Lodge
The hotel is in a place so inhospitable that Portuguese sailors once called it “The Gates of Hell.” -
See Africa, Europe, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Mediterranean Sea from the Gibraltar Skywalk
At 1,115 feet above sea level, the panoramic views are humbling, frightening, and beautiful. -
Las Vegas’ Best New Bar is 55 Stories Above the Strip
A drink here should be a requirement for all Vegas trips moving forward. -
Photography Tips for Beginners: Shoot Like a Pro By Thinking Like a Pro
Because skill will always trump camera gear — even the best gear. -
Too Broke to Travel? Take a Virtual Vacation With This Summer Reading List.
These page-turners could be the inspiration for your next big vacation, but for now, settle into your couch. -
Morpheus Hotel Is a Dreamlike Escape Designed by Zaha Hadid
It is the world’s first high-rise supported by a free-form steel exoskeleton. -
Historic Route 66 Is Under Threat, But You Can Help Save It
After decades of disuse, America's "Mother Road" is barely clinging to life. How do we bring it back from the brink? -
6 Best Diving Sites in the World for Beginners and Pros Alike
The ocean covers more than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface, meaning we’ve got some exploring to do. -
10 Reasons Why Rhode Island Is the Unexpected Summer Destination You’re Missing Out On
The Ocean State is still the coolest little state in the Union — here are the top 10 things to do in Rhode Island. -
Jersey City Is the Under-the-Radar Gem You Should Know
Sometimes considered the sixth New York City borough, Jersey City is an often overlooked neighborhood that has lots of amazing restaurants, bars, and shopping. -
Land of the Midnight Sun: Where the Sun Never Sets in the Summer
Midnight sun like the title of a Hemingway novel or a Chuck Norris movie from the '80s, but it's actually a cool natural phenomenon. -
Forrest Bault Is Motorbiking 14,000 Miles of Remote U.S. Backcountry Right Now
He expects to cover more than 14,000 miles — nearly three times the width of Russia — on his rugged Suzuki custom bike. -
4 Destinations with Amazing Exchange Rates for Americans in 2018
If you've been itching to travel to these four countries, but previously couldn't afford it, now's your chance. -
Explore 8 Countries in 23 Days with the Four Seasons World of Adventures Trip
For when you absolutely need to clear out your entire bucket list in a single vacation.