The Best Bug Out Bag Essentials
Bug-out bags are self-contained survival kits that include all the essentials the average person needs to survive the first 72 hours after a natural disaster.
Inside the World’s 5 Sleekest Capsule Hotels
Most hotels attempt to woo travelers with a long list of amenities. Japanese-inspired capsule hotels instead take a different tact. They provide clean, modern, and most importantly, cheap accommodations provided guests are willing to sacrifice on space — a lot of space.
The Best Binoculars for Birding, Backpacking, and Beyond
No matter what you’re planning — hiking, stargazing, embarking on your first safari — a good set of binoculars can make all the difference. Here are four affordable picks of compact binoculars with excellent viewing.
The Best Damn Whiskey Bars in the United States
It’s hard damn work crafting the perfect whiskey bar. One might argue that they’re not, in fact, made but rather evolved over time. From the dive-iest dive bars to one-stop bar & bottle shops to upscale, pre-Prohibition-inspired gastropubs, these are the 10 best whiskey bars in the U.S.
Beachfront in Belize: Three of the Best Hotels Right on the Water
From popular Placencia to the impossible beauty of Ambergris Caye, these three boutique stays are some of the best beachfront hotels in Belize.
Every Bag in Nixon’s Latest Collection Is Made from Recycled Ocean-Bound Plastic
We're killing our planet, but there's still time to save it. Nixon's innovative H20 Yeah! recycled bag collection proves our future needn’t look so grim.
Stay Ready With The Best Websites and Apps to Pack for an Outdoor Trip
We round up the best online resources to keep you organized outdoors, whether you're hiking, backpacking, or camping.
5 Amazing All-inclusive Resorts for Anyone Who Hates All-Inclusive Resorts
If you’re a frequent reader of The Manual, all-inclusive resorts probably aren’t your thing. However, these five amazing, destination-worthy retreats in places like South Africa, Chile, and Arizona will challenge your notion of a typical all-inclusive vacation.
7 International Destinations for Vaccinated Americans to Travel Safely Right Now
Here are a few of the best international destinations that vaccinated Americans can safely travel to right now.
This Travel Agency is Giving Away 25 Epic Vacation Stays (Including an Airplane Treehouse)
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, VRBO is giving away 25 epic vacation rental stays. Most are located in the States, so you won't even need your passport.
12 Most Over-the-Top Hotel Pools for Extravagant Views
From an infinity pool high above Santorini to a two-story waterhole in the rainforests of Bali, these are the best hotel pools across the globe.
These Great Micro Hotels Prove Good Things Can Come in Small Packages
Micro hotels guarantee everything most travelers want in a hotel room while sparing them from paying for things they’ll never use. These designer micro hotels prove that even urban travelers can find good -- and, more importantly, affordable -- things in small packages.
Livestream Your Entire Life with this Pocket-Sized Virtual Reality Camera
We're fast approaching a Truman Show-esque world with the 360 x 360 degree livestreaming DETU Twin virtual reality camera.
Travel Canada: 5 Reasons to Visit Our Neighbor to the North in 2017
Travel Canada: Free national parks, 150th-anniversary celebrations, and world-class cities. Here are the top reasons Canada should be on your travel radar.
The Long, Long Layover: How to Sleep Like a Baby at the Airport
It's never pretty sleeping at the airport, but it is possible to catch a few hours of quality shut-eye in the terminal. Here's how to do it like a pro.
How to Live Out Your Own ‘Murder on the Orient Express’
From an escape room train to Art Deco luggage, here are three ways to live out the thrills, glamour, and allure of 'Murder on the Orient Express.'
Major Airlines to Restrict ‘Smart Luggage’ With Built-in Lithium Batteries
New airline policy changes will restrict the use embedded backup batteries in smart luggage, which could essentially “brick” these fancy suitcases.
Poverty Porn: Touring the World’s Worst Slums for Fun and Profit
"Slum tourism" is a relatively new, voyeuristic travel niche designed to commodify the world’s worst slums for visitors.
Hide Away in these 4 Awesome Iceland Vacation Cottages
Iceland has fast become the go-to destination for Americans seeking out-of-this-world experiences on a budget. Here are the country's most amazing, rural vacation cottages.
How to Stay Fit and Healthy While You’re on the Road
It’s mentally and physically challenging to maintain your workout and nutrition schedule, but with a bit of advance planning, wellness on the road can be (almost) as simple as it is back home. Here are three easy tips on how stay healthy while traveling.
This Remote Scottish Island Hopes You’ll Visit … and Maybe Never Leave
If a temporary vacation isn’t enough of an escape for you, the scrappy, remote Scottish island of Stronsay may be just what you’re looking for.
Why You Should Reconsider Charging Your Phone at the Airport
Most of us scurry to find electrical outlets at every layover. It turns out public USB outlets like those at airports aren’t as harmless as you might expect. Now, tech security experts are warning against a new kind of USB hacking called “juice-jacking.”
How to Prepare for and Stay Safe at a Hotel Right Now
It’s not without risks, but it can be safer than you might think. Here’s how to prepare for and stay safe at a hotel amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
3 Best Foldable Drones for Travel Photographers
Drones have long been impossible to travel with. These best foldable drones allow photographers to take the technology with them anywhere, anytime.
‘App in the Air’ Could Help Travelers Survive the Next Government Shutdown
Travel enough, and all that moving around starts to feel like a part-time job unto itself. This year’s second government shutdown is guaranteed to make the experience much, much worse. App in the Air is like a personal assistant to help ease (most of) your travel headaches with one convenient mobile app.
Jeep’s New $6K Fat Tire E-Bike Is Available for Pre-Order
For Jeep's Super Bowl commercial, Bill Murray resurrected his role in Groundhog Day. The star of the ad wasn't Murray or even the 2020 Gladiator, however.
Does the World Need an $800 Vacuum-Insulated Cooler? Yeti Says Yes
Yeti and Pelican are cooler brands revered by many, while others chastise them as ridiculously overpriced novelties marketed to yuppies who don’t know any better. The debate is set to become even more contentious with Yeti’s announcement of an all-new flagship $800 vacuum-insulated cooler.
How to Remove a Tick: A Simple Guide to Safely Getting Rid of Ticks
For even avid outdoorsmen, dangerous wildlife encounters are exceedingly rare. It’s the smaller critters -- ants, spiders, and ticks -- that are of greatest concern. Tick bites are among the most common and the most dangerous. Here’s a guide for avoiding and safely removing ticks.
How to Ditch Your Used Electronics (Now That You Just Upgraded for Christmas)
Beyond Craigslist or eBay, here are three of our favorite programs through which you can sell used electronics and cash in on your unwanted gear.
Explore On- and Off-Road With Garmin’s All-Terrain Overlander GPS
For real explorers who refuse to confine their greatest adventures to the pavement, Garmin just released a game-changing, all-terrain GPS device that opens a whole new world of off-road exploration: the Garmin Overlander.
The 8 Best Inflatable Paddle Boards for an Affordable Way To Enjoy the Water
Paddleboarding doesn't have to be cumbersome and expensive. Escape to the water with the best inflatable paddle boards of 2021.
Road Tripping California’s Stunning Highway 395
From ghost towns to national parks to breweries, California's Highway 395 offers just about everything one could hope for in a perfect road trip.
For Sale: 348,000 Acres of Pristine Patagonian Wilderness
We all appreciate a little privacy from our neighbors in our own home. One newly announced, very private property in Chile all but guarantees your neighbors — hell, even the NSA and their arsenal of satellites — would never see you, hear you, or even be able to find you.
4 Most Underrated Bachelor Party Destinations in America
While classic destinations like Las Vegas or South Beach guarantee an over-the-top night to remember, they’re also ludicrously expensive and predictable. Why not opt for an under-the-radar city for your bachelor party? Here are four we heartily endorse.
5 Simple Ways to Travel Greener
Every new year brings a wave of articles encouraging travelers to travel greener. Now, more than ever, most of us are more conscientious of the ways our travel impacts the world around us. But, clearly, there is work to be done. Here are five simple ways to travel greener in 2020 and beyond.
This Rugged, Off-Road Tow-Behind Trailer Transforms at the Push of a Button
Offline Campers’ flagship Domino is a one-of-a-kind, off-road-ready rig -- a hybrid off-road travel trailer with a clever trick up its sleeve.
What Does the New COVID-19 Delta Variant Mean for Travel?
The COVID-19 Delta variant could undo much of the headway we've made in the last six months. Here's how it could affect travel this year.
The Ultimate Guide to a Butter-Smooth Shave
Shaving needn't be a stressful (or bloody) part of your day. If you're prone to nicks and cuts, we’re here to help with the ultimate shaving routine.
Enjoy a Different Kind of Island Life at this Private Scottish Escape
For those seeking an altogether different kind of private island escape, there’s Scotland’s Eilean Shona, a self-described, lakefront “Neverland” in Scotland where visitors are encouraged to appreciate the lost art of sitting still and doing nothing.
An $11,000 Espresso Machine, Inspired By Porsche’s Legendary Flat-Six Engine
The jet-black design of the Espresso Veloce RS Black Edition is equal parts modern art sculpture and world-class coffee maker.
How to Enjoy Your Campfires Responsibly This Summer
Campfires are a natural hazard, especially when left unattended. Here's how you can enjoy your campfires safely to prevent wildfires from devastating nature.
VOCIER Wrinkle-Free Luggage is a Business Traveler’s Best Friend
European luggage manufacturer VOCIER is solving the wrinkled clothing “epidemic” with technology that’s guarantees wrinkle free luggage.
Is This New ‘Fanny Pack’ the Solution to Your Travel Pack Problems?
Whatever you call it, there’s no dignified way to wear a fanny pack. Nevertheless, several companies are trying to resuscitate the iconic ‘90s carry-all. Among them is Evermore, whose Origin Sling Beltbag is equal parts sling and beltbag with the potential to solve your travel day pack problems.
Furrion eRove Is the Ultimate, Go-Anywhere, Solar-Powered Cooler
Furrion wants to upend traditional cooler design with a radical solar-powered alternative ready to go anywhere for however long you need it.