The 3 Best Boutique Hotels in Indianapolis, Indiana
Travelers seeking relaxed, one-of-a-kind boutique lodging in Indiana’s capital city needn’t look further than these three options.
Avoid the Caribbean Crowds this Spring at the Best Boutique Hotels in the British Virgin Islands
If you’re not fond of loud, massive, cookie-cutter Caribbean resorts, there are plenty of boutique hotels in the British Virgin Islands where you can relax.
The Best Hotels in Boston, Massachusetts
With so many beautiful, historic accommodations to choose from, finding the best hotels in Boston can be a challenge. Here are our three favorites.
The Best Travel Credit Cards for Every Type of Traveler
Travel credit cards can be a confusing mess of terms and conditions that most ordinary folks don’t want to deal with. Let us make it easy for you. Whether you’re a business traveler, a frequent flyer, or looking to score the biggest cash-back reward, here are our picks for the best travel credit cards.
Multipurpose Hiking Gear: 8 Outdoor Tools That Do More Than One Job
Multipurpose gear lets you do more with less. The less junk in your trunk — er, backpack — the lighter it will be. The lighter it is, the happier you are.
4 Best Travel Gear Brands with Lifetime Warranties
We believe in paying more once for a well-built product rather than saving a few bucks at a time only to have to replace your gear every few years. With that in mind, here are four of our favorite travel brands with near-bulletproof lifetime warranties.
The World’s Best Mountain Hotels for Elevated Getaways
Whether it’s on a remote Asian beach, a private island getaway in the Caribbean, or a high alpine hotel without a hint of Wi-Fi, there’s nothing more refreshing than a proper digital detox. If you’re looking for the latter, here are four of the world’s most stunning mountain hotels.
The Best Minimalist Backpacks to Organize Your Everyday Carry
The right bag can help keep your everyday carry in check. Sometimes just paring down the size of your pack can minimize overpacking. These minimal backpacks offer streamlined designs with just enough room to carry everything you need and nothing you don't.
The 8 Best Luggage Pieces Under $50 for Men on Amazon
Savvy travelers can shop tremendous deals on rollaboards, carry-ons, and other best luggage under $50 for men on Amazon.
The Best Lightweight Travel Laptops for 2018
Modern nomads demand everything from their laptops — they need to be lightweight and powerful, with a capable battery. aA number of manufacturers now offer ultra-portable workhouse laptops that won’t break the bank. Here are four of the best travel laptops for 2018.
The Best Language-Learning Apps
If you’re looking to jumpstart your language learning before arriving in a new country, there are plenty of smartphone apps to do just that.
The 4 Best Eco-Lodges for a More Sustainable Vacation
We believe that an environmentally friendly ethos should extend beyond just recycling your beer bottles and "leaving no trace" in the outdoors. For your next vacation, consider these eco-lodges, which are among the most beautiful, unique, and sustainable hotels in the world.
Travel gear upgrade: The 3 best wheeled backpacks on the market
These premium wheeled backpacks are three of the best, most versatile we've ever tested.
The Best Fixed-Blade Knives for Camping, Carving, and Cutting
The best fixed-blade knives sit near the intersection of utility and survival. Bring one along whenever you camp, trek, or push for the summit.
The Best Cast Iron Camping Cookware
Cooking over an open flame in the woods isn’t everyone’s specialty. Aside from fire and beer, the next crucial thing you’ll need is a proper pan. For that, there’s nothing better than good old cast iron. Here are five of the best cast iron pans for campfire cooking and beyond.
10 Best Waterproof Tents for Camping in the Rain
You can’t dodge the rain, of course, but you can keep mostly dry with the right tent. These are the best waterproof tents for backpacking and camping in 2021.
8 Best Cabin Rentals for Large Groups in the U.S.
We scoured the best vacation rental sites for seriously big cabins with enough room for you, your squad, the family, and the dogs, too.
The 10 Best Bug-Out Bags to Prep for Survival
Packing a bug-out bag can be tedious. For the survival-challenged, these pre-packed survival bags offer everything you need and nothing you don’t.
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.
World’s Largest Underwater Theme Park Will Include a Sunken Boeing 747
Like mountain climbers, polar explorers, and other adrenaline junkies, scuba divers are always looking for the next big thrill. This year, Bahrain hopes to tempt traveling divers with a bucket-list-worthy theme park purpose-built for marine exploration.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.