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Smithsonian Celebrates: America’s National Parks at 100
To help celebrate the National Park Service centennial, the Smithsonian Channel will air a brand new one-hour special diving into its storied history. -
3 Ways to Blow Through Airport Security Like a Pro
If you’re willing to shell out a bit of cash upfront, it’s still possible to eliminate most of the headaches and frustrating wait times at airport security. -
Enjoying Israel in Tel Aviv
Lose yourself in this Middle Eastern city with its vibrant, beachside setting. -
The Last Stop: Road Tripping with Photographer Ryann Ford
Travel the West without ever leaving home. -
The crown jewel of Montana, Glacier National Park is an absolute wonder
Located on the Canada-United States border in Montana, the National Park Service's Glacier National Park is one of the most beautiful places in the world. -
Ziplining, desert islands, and blue agave: Explore the best of Mazatlan, Mexico
Mazatlan's fascinating history, beautiful beaches, and prime, protected location on the Sea of Cortez make it a worthy Mexican destination in its own right. -
The Manual’s must-have travel accessories
From travel adaptors to dopp kits, here are some accessories you need to pack. -
Priority Bicycles lives the laid back lifestyle with its Coast beach cruiser
To stand up to the rigors of beach life, Priority designed its new Coast beach cruiser to withstand sand, salt, and (above all) rust. -
Escape to these 3 stunning, remote U.S. campgrounds this summer
The U.S.A. is a big country and it’s not difficult to find remote outposts to overnight outdoors in almost every state. You just need to know where to look. -
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Take to the water in style this summer with Boatbound
Like the AirBnB or Lyft of boat rentals, Boatbound hopes to make spending a day at sea a much more popular activity, even for those who don't own a boat. -
4 Stunning Caribbean Islands that You’ve Never Heard of
There are plenty of brand-name islands in the Caribbean. But the best ones are those you've never heard of. Here are four of our favorites unknown Caribbean islands. -
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Top 5 things to do in Huntington Beach
Catch some waves and soak in the sunshine in Huntington Beach. -
Trekking: The Owyhee Rod can go wherever you might wander
The telescoping Owyhee Rod makes lugging all your necessary fishing gear a bit easier, offering a walnut spool and 13 feet of length when fully extended. -
Europe’s 4 most wallet-friendly destinations in the wake of Brexit
Whichever side of the Brexit debate you fall on, the downturn of the British pound has brought a bevy of dirt-cheap European vacation options to travelers. -
Travel and Cocktails with Westbound’s Head Bartender
All the glamor of travel is in the newly opened Westbound. It is as though you’ve stepped into the first class train car in a bygone time of sophistication and service. There’s a reason for that: Westbound is located on the former site of the Santa Fe railway station. Now it’s a hub for incredible […] -
Trekking: The Timberleaf Trailer is a Subie owner’s dream
The aptly-titled Timberleaf Trailer is 1,2000-pound, mobile dwelling that doesn't require a Ford F-350 to move. The skylight is just an added plus. -
Oregon’s Crater Lake National Park is nature’s beauty at its finest
Oregon's Crater Lake National Park remains one of the United State's most beautiful parks while boasting North America's second deepest lake. -
The Arlo Skye Carry-on Will Go the Distance With You
The Arlo Skye Carry-on even has a portable charger. -
Trekking: Get lifted with Tentsile’s Trillium Hammock and tree tents
Tentsile's suspended dwellings provide 360-degree views, along with ample sleeping room and storage space for any equipment you might string along. -
How tough is the Tough Mudder? We ran one to find out
To get a true taste of just how difficult a Tough Mudder event is, The Manual traveled to Cincinnati, Ohio with Old Spice run this extreme obstacle race. -
Explore Belize: jaguars, whale sharks, and untouched Mayan ruins
There's a lot more going on in Belize than just what's under the water. Here are a few of our favorite places to play, eat, and sleep. -
Trekking: Get back to the basics with Filson’s Wedge Tent
The apt-titled Wedge Tent is a lesson in old-school design -
Cheat airline baggage rules with this “wearable luggage”
Whether you’re looking to stick it to the airlines, to stop lugging multiple carry-ons, or a little of both, “wearable luggage” may be the solution. -
Head to The Still Craft, Drafts & Eats, Las Vegas’s newest man cave
Have you ever dreamed of having a man cave where you can relax alone or with your friends, a room equipped with a giant television, a fridge full of cold beers, and bar cart, and maybe even a little something on tap? Sadly, most of you don’t have the extra space in your home, but […] -
4 of THE best burgers in the United States
Just ahead of this year’s National Hamburger Day, we bring you four of the best burgers in the country. -
Take a trip back to the 1700s at New York’s Fort Stanwix National Monument
A reconstructed historical fort, New York's Fort Stanwix National Monument is a testament to American resiliency and growth dating back to the 1700s. -
Bulletproof traveler: the only 3 things you need to keep your valuables safe on the road
Here are three near-bulletproof ways to protect your valuables and your most sensitive information on the road. -
You can pay to drive a tank through a house in Minnesota
With just one visit to Minnesota, you can unleash your inner badass with tanks, bulldozers, guns, and plenty of top-notch craft beer. -
Alone on the road for 94 hours: a solo drive from L.A. to N.Y.
Coast to coast across the United States of America -
Is this the world’s most technologically advanced luggage?
Raden's recently released pair of stunning suitcases hints at the future of modern luggage tech. -
3 All-in-one Tools Every Professional Traveler Needs
Here are three online tools that take (most of) the headache out of the travel planning process. -
Trekking: The Fly Wallet lets you stash your flies with style
Few recreational sports offer the kind of natural serenity fly fishing affords. Crafted of high-grade leather and wool, the Fly Wallet allows you to store up to 16 flies of your choice, whether you opt for your own or a curated package. -
Hike the deadliest mountain in Martinique
Here are a few of the best places to play, eat, and sleep in France’s tropical island gem, Martinique. -
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Trekking: Sanborn paddles are as functional as they are handsome
Cousins Zak Fellman and Todd Randall have been hand crafting their wooden canoe paddles for more than six years. They're gorgeous, hand-painted and built to last, rendering them as suitable for your cabin wall as the open water before you. -
Earth Day Travel: Visit 4 of the World’s “Greenest” Hotels
These days, travelers expect much more from hotels claiming to be “eco-conscious”. Here are four of the world’s most stunning green hotels. -
Trekking: The Nubé 2.0 is a lofted, 3-season delight
The latest iteration of Sierra Madre's Nubé takes camping innovation to new heights, with a rainfly, bug netting, and built-in storage compartment in tow. -
Hike, ride, and play in L.A.’s backyard at the Santa Monica Mountains
With the National Park Service celebrating 100 years in 2016, we've decided to spotlight one park each month. This month's featured park is the Santa Monica Mountains. -
Everyday Adventures with the Vinta S-Series Backpack
Grab your camera gear and go. A new backpack makes it easy to take shots everywhere. -
SpeedX uses Kickstarter to launch the Leopard smart bike
The Beijing-based SpeedX recently took to Kickstarter to help launch its first two smart road bikes, dubbed the Leopard and Leopard Pro. -
Trekking: The Sky Nest takes camping to new heights
Snow Peak's Sky Nest lets you sleep suspended between two trees, allowing you to swap uneven ground and wet terrain for lofty views of the backcountry. -
Get Lost at the World’s Most Remote Luxury Lodges
It’s easy to forget just how massive our planet is, but there are still wild, remote outposts in little-discovered corners of the world. -
LA to NYC: Across The US In 4 Days Flat
The cross-country road trip is one of the most hallowed undertakings of American life. It is a veritable rite of passage; an institution, even, not unlike the medieval pilgrimage or the Victorian Grand Tour (except in that the former was a journey fraught with peril and undertaken in the name of piety and salvation that often ended in […] -
Travel Through Utah’s National Parks With The Mighty 5 Tour
The Mighty 5 Tour goes through Utah’s “Mighty 5” National Parks: Arches, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Bryce and Zion. -
Trekking: Yes, the roof of this camper moonlights as a boat
The American Dream Trailer is a compact, customizable camper that sleeps two and features a detachable rowboat that conveniently doubles as a secondary roof.