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4 of the World’s Strangest Cocktails
Here's a handful of cocktails from around the world that even locals will tell you are downright strange. -
Trekking: The Smart Outdoor Watch lives up to its name
Casio's forthcoming WSD-F10 combines Android Wear with a wealth of built-in sensors, culminating in a tool that looks to be your next backcountry companion. -
4 Amazing Destinations You Need to Visit in 2016
It’s not too late to lock in your 2016 travel plans. Here are four countries you need to check out this year. -
For The Digital Adventurer: Slicks Travel Pack
Being able to simplify your luggage is important, and that's where the Slicks Travel Pack comes in. Featuring organization for everything from your daily bike commute to adventure travel, this mighty little pack eliminates the need for carrying extra luggage when you're off the beaten path. -
Micro Guide: Durham, North Carolina
Durham, North Carolina may seem like the little brother to cities like Raleigh and Charlotte in the Tar Heel state. But, it’s a young and trendy city on the rise with its booming startup presence, hipster vibes, and damn good beer. Here, we’ll take a trip down Tobacco Road and highlight some of the hottest […] -
The Manual Awards: The Best of San Francisco, California
This is the first year The Manual is giving awards to our favorite spots in eight cities across America that we think are doing great things for their neighbors, town and overall community. Winners were chosen both by writer’s opinions as well as readers who could vote on The Manual’s Facebook page. Winners will receive […] -
5 Sunday Roasts to Try in London
This weekly ritual is a satisfying meal of roast meat, roast vegetables, Yorkshire pudding and gravy. -
Wolverine’s Martin Shobo on his Five Favorite Places in London
I was born and bred in the simple innings of North-East England -
Four New Hotels to Watch in New York City
Four new hotels have entered the chaotic New York City hotel market. Will they last? Who knows but check them out now. -
Dubai Microguide
This Middle Eastern wonder of a city may a bit daunting to navigate, but once you're there you'll find that there are several fascinating places to see. -
The Pendleton Limited Edition is built for the outdoors (not your budget)
So, what do you get when two iconic brands partner in honor of the National Park Service's centennial? A rustic, high-class camper that will make you drool. -
Trekking: Stay connected with our favorite outdoor apps
We love to unplug at the Manual, but tech can enhance outdoors. Take these 15 apps, for instance. -
What Every American Traveler Needs to Know About REAL ID
With new enforcement of the decade-old REAL ID Act, some Americans may need a passport to fly domestically. Here's what you need to know to keep flying. -
Our Favorite Smartphone Camera Lens for 2016
For budding travel iPhoneographers looking to pack extremely light, Photojojo's Iris is the best smartphone lens kit we've ever seen. -
Micro Guide: A Long Weekend in The Berkshires
Located in western Massachusetts, The Berkshires is a rural mountain region that has as much to discover in its towns as it does in its gorgeous scenery. Check out our guide for the best places to stay, eat and drink while you take in the fresh air. -
How The World Does New Year’s Eve
It's fun to cut loose and party, especially when you have a globally accepted excuse to do so. And indeed New Year's Eve is one of the biggest party nights of the year no matter where in earth you go. -
Trekking: The Cricket Trailer is NASA-approved… well, sort of
The Cricket Trailer is everything you want in a pop-up camper, one outfitted wealth of amenities and an intuitive design courtesy of a former ISS engineer. -
Red Bull’s Stevie Smith traveled to Japan to bike down an active volcano
To satiate his need for adrenaline and edge-of-your-seat thrills, Red Bull's downhill mountain bike racer Stevie Smith traveled to Japan to ride down Miyake Island's active volcano, Mount Oyama. -
Bucket List Booze: 4 Over-the-Top Cocktails to Try Before You Die
These four unique cocktails boast some of the world’s most lavish, over-the-top ingredients and preparations, often with a sky-high price tag to match. -
Microguide: Cooperstown
There's more than the National Baseball Hall of Fame in this charming Upstate, New York town. -
Trekking: The Sunnto Traverse is smart only where it matters
Smartwatches might be all the rage, but most don't provide you with off-the-grid navigation and withstand a 100 feet of water. Suunto's outdoor-friendly Traverse is built for such instances, however, allowing you to access the metrics that matter. -
Micro Guide: 24 Hours in Palm Springs
If you only have one day in Palm Springs, these are the places you absolutely have to experience during your stay. -
Luxuriating L.A. Style at the Andaz West Hollywood
We've come to expect perfection from the Andaz, and their West Hollywood location is no different. Take a look inside and see for yourself. -
On-The-Go Coffee Gear For The Holiday Traveler
We thought we would let our friends over at CoffeeKind offer up some holiday suggestions for your caffeinated loved ones… Holiday season. It’s that one time of year when we all put our busy lives on hold and spend some time with the people we care about. But no one is looking forward to the […] -
Know Your Rights! What to Expect When You Get Bumped from a Flight
For U.S. travelers, here’s a primer on what to expect, what rights you have, and how you might actually profit when your airline bumps you. -
Wash Clothes Anywhere With the Scrubba
Dubbed "the world's smallest washing machine," this handy contraption allows you to wash your clothes while traveling in a pinch. -
Dating in Los Angeles: The First Date
So, you’ve got a first date! Well done! Now for the hard part: planning said date. We’ve got an embarrassment of riches in terms of activities in LA so it can be tough picking the right thing to fit the vibe. Maybe you want something casual to feel the situation out, or perhaps it’s time […] -
The Chicago Athletic Association Livens Up Downtown Chicago
This new boutique hotel has a Game Room, a rooftop bar, and luxurious rooms. -
My Travel Checklist: Fitness Coach Joseph Lazo
Welcome to our new column profiling men on the go and their top five travel essentials. -
Trekking: You can breathe easy with the Ventra Mainframe
Not every backpack excels when it comes to breathability. The Ventra Mainframe, however, quickly attaches to any pack in your arsenal and provides ample ventilation and support, allowing you to lug 60-pound loads with greater ease. -
Nautilus, a SIXTY Hotel Adds Jet-Set Charm to Miami Beach
It’s almost that time of the year to escape to Miami Beach to get away from those frigid winter temperatures, and there’s a new hotel in South Beach that you should definitely check out -
Sleeping In Airports ranks the best and worst airports in the world
When it’s raining outside, does it rain inside too at your local airport? If you live in anywhere Port Harcourt International Airport in Nigeria, your answer may be yes, and similarly, if you live in New York City, you may have similar gripes with the dreaded LaGuardia Airport. Thanks to travel website Sleeping In Airports, […] -
How to Ground Your Fear of Flying
From simple education to hardcore chemicals, here are a few of our favorite ways to overcome your fear of flying. -
G-RO: The Carry-On Bag of the Future
Travel-Lite’s G-RO is a carry-on that’s being referred to as a “companion bag.” Why? Because instead of begrudgingly lugging it along, you’ll be happily holding its game-changing hands. Mainly, they’ve reinvented the roller wheel. By making the two axel-less wheels thinner and larger, it creates a higher center of gravity, reducing the bag’s perceived weight. They also […] -
Trekking: The Frontier Plus is the wood stove we’ve been waiting for
Practicality is rarely as portable as it is with the Frontier Plus camp stove. Not only does the wood-burning device break down for easy transport, but it allows you to control the temperature and cooking heat when fully assembled. -
The W Montreal Reveals Revamped Rooms
The hotel, housed in a former bank, features gilded accents and 152 remodeled rooms. -
How to Travel Anywhere with Only Carry-on Luggage
Here are our favorite tips for traveling anywhere for any length of time with only carry-on luggage. -
Traveling Without ID? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Traveling without ID is annoying, but not impossible. Here's what to do. -
Rugged Travel: Red Oxx Mfg.
We stumbled on Red Oxx Mfg. earlier this year, and their line of burly travel luggage has been slowly replacing every other bag we own ever since. Whether you're a weekend warrior or a boardroom commuter, pick up one of their carry-ons, and you'll understand why we won't fly with anything else. -
Cows on the Beach in Palolem, India
The days in Palolem are dreamily slow so be ready to take it down a few gears. -
Trekking: Cozy up next to your neighbor with the Pod Tent
Camping doesn't have to be a solitary experience if you don't want it to be. Pod Tents conveniently interconnect via tunnels, thus allowing you to form extensive tent compounds that are as large or as small as you'd like them to be. -
Art Hotels: 3 Works of Art You Can Actually Spend the Night In
Some designer hotel properties provide legitimate fine art installations with a built-in place to crash. -
6 Things To Know About the (New!) Society Hotel Portland
It has a rooftop with incredible 360-degree views of downtown Portland, the Lan Su Chinese Garden, the Willamette River and Cascade Mountains (including a peek at Mt. Hood on clear days). To match the scenery, you’ll find anything from live music to wine tastings (weather permitting). -
3 Ways to Make Sure You Never Lose Your Luggage Again
From Bluetooth-enabled luggage, to smartphone apps, to dedicated cellular gadgets, here are three of our favorite luggage tracking solutions. -
Micro Guide: Albania
Join the many Europeans who are beginning to make Albania a must-see travel destination. -
The Best Poutine Joints in Montreal
Since Quebec holds the unofficial patent on poutine, it’s only fitting to find the world’s best, most creative examples in Montreal. -
The Providence Biltmore Transports You Back in Time
In 1922, Warren and Wetmore, the architects behind Grand Central Station in New York, unveiled a hotel in the heart Providence, Rhode Island. Tourists flocked to it when they headed to the city, and it was also the place to go to for a night out on the town. The Providence Biltmore, which just went […] -
3 Unique Peer-to-Peer Travel Websites You’ve Never Heard of
Airbnb paved the way for dozens of peer-to-peer travel websites. Here are just three of our favorites that you’ve probably never heard of. -
Discovery Trekking: Ultra Fast-dry Towels
Tired of dealing with soggy towels on your outdoor adventures? Discovery Trekking has a solution. -
