Stay Free on This Private Swedish Island to Work on Your Magnum Opus
The best movies, memoirs, and prescription drug jingles don’t write themselves. They take time, focus, and creativity. One tiny Swedish island is helping artists and creatives find all three in the hope that they create something great. The best part? It’s all part of a free, non-profit project.
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.
Get to the Choppa! For $15,000, You Can Play Navy SEAL For a Day in Hawaii
Ever feel like you missed your calling as a special forces operative? Maybe playing paintball and backcountry camping on the weekends is enough to fill that void. If not, one unique Hawaiian company is giving average Joes the opportunity to be a Navy SEAL for a day, and it’s no drill.
The Bulletproof, Million-Dollar Ramsmobile SUV Has an Optional Hookah
Every niche in the automotive industry seems locked in a perpetual arms race. For security-minded automakers, it’s all about building the most absurd mobile safe rooms imaginable. We thought we’d seen it all, but one Belarus automaker has just rewritten the rules yet again.
The 200-Horsepower Vanquish Vanqraft VQ16 Is a Boat-Sized Jet Ski
We’ll assume your marine garage is already overflowing with see-through kayaks, waverunners, maybe even a speedboat submarine. But, do you have a dayboat-sized Jet Ski? Netherlands-based Vanquish Yachts is betting not, but they know you want one.
Indian Motorcycle’s 2021 Scout Lineup Pays Homage to Its 100-Year Legacy
Founded in 1901, the Minneapolis-based bike builder has produced some of the most iconic two-wheelers ever. Now, Indian is celebrating its impressive 100-year history with an all-new series of Scout bikes for 2021.
Pickpocket Prevention: Don’t Become a Mark While Traveling
Pickpocketing is still the most prevalent non-violent crime in the world's major cities. While many of us know what we should do to avoid becoming a mark, it’s all too easy to let our guard down while on vacation. Here are the best ways to tip the odds in your favor.
A Pop-Up Hotel Is Coming to the North Pole in 2021
Until space tourism is available to all, we non-astronauts will have to settle for more terrestrial adventures. For those looking for something truly otherworldly, one company is planning a luxury pop-up “hotel” at the literal top of the world.
London Opens World’s First Cheese Conveyor Belt Restaurant
A restaurant that serves a non-stop parade of cheese on a literal conveyor belt seems like something out of a fever dream, yet that’s precisely what London’s aptly named Pick & Cheese delivers.
World’s First Luxury Space Hotel Promises Climbing Wall, Low-Gravity Basketball Courts
For anyone under the age of 70, there’s a good chance they’ll live to see the opportunity for civilians to visit space. One ambitious design firm is on track to complete the first commercial space project in history, and it’s way cooler than we ever expected.
How to Be a an Airbnb Host That Earns 5-Star Reviews
If you own an apartment, house, or riverfront RV, you could be funding all of your travels by renting out your own space. Here’s the low-down on becoming a professional and highly profitable Airbnb host.
Watch This Bugatti Chiron Shatter a World Speed Record at More Than 300 MPH
Despite Einstein’s silly “scientific” assertions, the world’s best car manufacturers seem determined to unlock faster-than-light travel. From the Veyron to the Chiron, Bugatti has been leading the charge, breaking world record after world record. Last month, the company did the unthinkable.
This $500,000 Armored Bentley Protects Against Hand Grenade Attacks
For some one-percenters, just leaving the house means taking their life in their hands. The world is a terrifying place full of terrorism, potential kidnappings, and RompHims. Even a full-time security detail can only do so much. The solution? A custom, bulletproof luxury SUV, of course.
Fall Foliage Forecast: Where and When to See the Leaves Change in 2019
Higher temperatures around the Atlantic will translate to a later start to this year’s peak foliage. Much of the country will see the most dazzling colors in the first two weeks of October. But the change is mercilessly brief, so it pays to know precisely when and where the best foliage will appear.
The Lampuga Air Inflatable Jetboard Is a Go-Anywhere Aqua Thrill Ride
Not long ago, a weekend of outdoor adventure meant strapping hundreds of pounds of equipment to the roof rack of your SUV. This isn’t 2015 anymore. The world’s most portable kayaks, bicycles, and paddleboards fit inside a Smart Car. Add jetboards to that list with Lampuga’s eagerly anticipated Air.
Could You Handle a Marathon, 20-Hour Nonstop Flight?
If you’ve ever suffered the hell of a long-haul flight, you’ve gotten a taste of life aboard the International Space Station. Now, Qantas wants to go further with 20-hour, nonstop ultra-long-haul flights. But, can the human body even cope with that much time in the air?
How to Identify, Treat, and Survive a Spider Bite
The likelihood of a fatal wildlife encounter in the United States is exceedingly low. Spider bites are common, but rarely deadly. Still, it’s worth knowing how to identify and treat a spider bite before it happens.
This 1949 Barn Find Coupe Was Resurrected As a 638-Horsepower Hellraiser
Most classic cars seem forever destined to collect garage dust as "someday projects." Others are meticulously refinished and polished to within an inch of their lives. L.A.-based ICON takes a decidedly different approach with its one-of-a-kind Derelict series.
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 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 Dive Motel Brings Legit 70s-Era Swagger to Nashville
With the passing of enough time, things once considered “old and decrepit” are reborn as “vintage chic.” The 1970s are having a moment, as we’re all once again fascinated by disco-era flash. Now, a new retro-chic Nashville motor inn is diving feet-first back into the nostalgic novelty of the decade.
Taxa Outdoors’ Rugged Mantis Travel Trailer Just Got Even Better
The 21st century welcomed a slew of ingenious, new manufacturers all building capable, lightweight travel trailers ready to go anywhere. New for 2019, TAXA Outdoors -- one of our favorite towable brands -- returns with a redesigned flagship model.
Experience Life on Mars With TripAdvisor’s Astroland Agency
Not long ago, trekking the South Pole or climbing Mount Everest was the pinnacle of exploration. Within a few years, space tourism may be possible for civilian travelers. But, TripAdvisor is thinking bigger with a one-of-a-kind experience that lets travelers “live” on Mars via their Astroland Agency.
Oru’s Origami-Inspired Inlet Kayak Will Be the World’s Most Portable Watercraft
Most avid outdoorsmen would agree that kayaking is awesome. Storing and transporting all the necessary gear isn't. Using classic origami techniques, Oru Kayak resolved the most common portability problems and built the world's most versatile kayak in the process.
For Sale: The Stunning Bahamian Island Where Fyre Festival Didn’t Happen
Fyre Festival will go down in history as one of, if not the, greatest disasters in music festival history. Now, the private Caribbean island widely and fraudulently touted as the postcard-worthy home of the festival is up for sale.
Give Your Hypercar the Garage It Deserves with a Custom Aston Martin Lair
Aston Martin has unveiled their Galleries and Lairs project, a way for people to custom-design garages for their hypercars.
This 3-Pound Rapid Raft Is the World’s Lightest, Most Packable Raft
Whether you like your outdoor adventures extreme or just prefer to be prepared with a bug-out bag to survive the apocalypse, having an ultra-portable emergency raft in your arsenal is never a bad idea.
Ride Out the Apocalypse With the 1,000-Horsepower Rezvani Tank X SUV
When Skynet or the zombies inevitably take over, and things go all I Am Legend, you're going to want to get the hell out of Dodge. You need an extreme, fortified overland vehicle built to drive over or through just about anything. That vehicle is the Rezvani Tank X SUV.
Nevada’s Massacre Rim Named Latest International Dark Sky Sanctuary
That the U.S. is blanketed by some of the world's worst light pollution has spurred many eco-conscious activists to act. The International Dark-Sky Association is recognizing a growing number of the world's darkest places right here in the U.S.
Atomik Vodka Is a New Spirit Distilled From Chernobyl-Grown Rye
HBO's Chernobyl piqued the interest of foolhardy travelers who felt compelled to visit the site first-hand. That the Ukrainian government opened the Exclusion Zone to tours only fueled the fire. Now, anyone looking to take a piece of the greatest man-made disaster home can do so thanks to Atomik Vodka.
The Adastra Trimaran Is a Luxury Adventure Yacht Unlike Any Other
Even for millionaire playboys, it’s hard to stand out in a crowd. In the world’s most exclusive marinas — think Monaco and Miami Beach — it’s no longer enough to sail in on a massive yacht. These days, it’s more about panache. Few luxury boats boast the supervillain-esque swagger of the M/Y Adastra.
The Bond-Inspired AddArmor Audi RS7 Is the World’s Fastest Armored Car
Every red-blooded man has, at some point, daydreamed of owning an armored car complete with Knight Rider-style, urban assault gadgets. Elite automotive customizer AddArmor delivers with its next-level Audi APR RS7 that's reportedly the fastest armored car in the world.
Manned Flying Car Races Are Coming in 2022
Many of us still haven’t mastered driving in two dimensions. Now, even before flying cars have gone into mass production — before most of us have ever experienced driving in three dimensions — one company has announced manned flying car races as early as next year. What could possibly go wrong?
The Custom Indian x Traeger Motorcycle Features a Legit Barbecue Grill Sidecar
At best, grilling while riding is probably illegal. More than likely, however, it’ll lead to a fiery wreck, a trip to the hospital, and a bunch of wasted meat. One legendary builder is throwing caution to the smoke-filled wind anyway with a custom bike unlike any other.
Keep Clean On the Go With the Sonny Portable Bidet
For most of us, the only use for the odd hotel bidet is as a beer cooler, but there’s no denying they're the most efficient, effective, and eco-friendly way to clean your bits. An ambitious crowdfunded project hopes to put a portable bidet in the hands of every dirty-arsed man, woman, and child.
Major Airline Admits to Monitoring Passengers Via Onboard Cameras
These days, it seems every gadget from the iPhone to Amazon’s Echo is listening to our every word. Trading our privacy for convenience might seem worth it, of course — right up until the machines take over. Now, one of Asia’s largest airlines has confirmed it’s actively spying on passengers.
Get Your Real-World Upside-Down Fix With Atlanta’s Stranger Things Tour
If, like us, you waited almost two years for the return of Stranger Things, only to binge-watch the latest season on a Saturday afternoon, you’re in luck. A comprehensive new tour promises to give fans their real-world Hawkins fix by visiting many of the show’s most iconic filming locations.
Wasp Turns Your Boring Drone Into a Flamethrowing Assault Copter
We’ll assume you’re the sort of sophisticated gentleman who already has a stable of exotic cars, a personal submarine, and a quarter-million-dollar bar cart suitcase. What you most definitely do not have is a flamethrower drone. Worry no more because the wait is over.
Take the Ultimate Desert Road Trip with Lamborghini’s Serata Dubai
Just a few minutes in a Lamborghini would fulfill a lifelong dream for most car enthusiasts. But, what about an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime, superlative-filled road trip across some of the world’s fastest roads? That’s precisely what Lamborghini Club of America's Serata Dubai is all about.
The Quietest and Loneliest Roads in America
Hidden amid the four million miles of roads that criss-cross the country are some of the most amazing routes in the world. If you’re looking for stunning, Instagram-worthy scenery and as few other travelers as possible, these are some of the quietest, loneliest, most scenic roads in America.
This Belgian-Monastery-Turned-Hotel Has Us Craving a Trip to Antwerp
In the right hands, construction cranes, shipping containers, and abandoned bridge houses can all find new leases on life. Amid a trend of repurposing former religious sites for modern living, Belgian architects have resurrected a one-time monastery as a stunning designer hotel complex.
The All-New 2021 Corvette Stingray Is a Mid-Engine Supercar for the Everyman
Corvette fans have long clamored for the mid-engine layout that legendary Chevrolet designer Zora Arkus-Duntov envisioned more than 50 years ago. Now, that elusive design is finally here, and the 2021 Corvette Stingray promises to be a game-changer -- for under $60,000.
Lotus Unleashes an Absurd, 2,000-Horsepower All-Electric Hypercar
For decades, Lotus seemed one failed model away from fading into obscurity. That it hadn’t released a new car in more than a decade only seemed to be further proof. This month, the British automaker dropped a bombshell in the form of an all-new, all-electric hypercar monster.
Explore the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone on an Exclusive Bessarabia Tour
We’re living in strange times when some travelers are paying good money to visit the world’s most impoverished and disaster-hit destinations. Atlas Obscura is adding one more bizarre tour to the mix — one that guides curious travelers through the nuclear wasteland of the 1986 Chernobyl disaster.
This Coastal Airstream Road Trip Has Us California Day Dreamin’
Pacific Coast Highway 1 is a damn-near-perfect U.S. roadtrip. For most of its 659 miles, it hugs the Left Coast, passing hundreds of California's best sites. This September, Satopia Travel is partnering with Airstream to tackle the best of the best on an exclusive California Dreamin' Roadtrip.
Visit the Only Hotel in the World With a Working In-Room Flight Simulator
For most travelers, flying is a necessary evil. For others, there's no such thing as too many flights or too long a layover. For anyone who spends their time on the ground dreaming of getting back in the air, Tokyo’s Haneda Excel Hotel Tokyu just debuted a specialty room unlike any other.
