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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Score an RV Rental for $1 Per Day With Secret Repositioning Deals
RVs are big, expensive machines prone to leaks and mechanical problems, and they inhale gas faster than a Bugatti Chiron. There’s a reason many travelers opt to rent rather than buy. But, what if you could rent an RV for $1 a day or even get paid to drive one? If that sounds too good to be true, read on.
Behold the World’s Most Adventure-Ready Electric Motorcycle
The future of everything that relies on fossil fuels will one day soon evolve to renewable energy. Zero Motorcycles is leading the charge in the two-wheeler industry. Its 2020 catalog brings to life the DSR Black Forest, one of the most epic electric motorbikes we’ve ever seen.
Glimpse the Future of Camper Vans in the Stunning Hymer VisionVenture
Before tiny homes and the modern vanlife movement, campers were among the most boring vehicles on the road. Germany's Hymer recognizes that today’s road-trippers demand more. The company recently unveiled a stunning concept that heralds a bright near-future of swanky camper vans.
Banksy’s Gross Domestic Product Is a Pop-Up Shop Unlike Any Other
London's new Gross Domestic Product is no ordinary housewares outlet. The Banksy-owned pop-up shop is an “anti-Pottery Barn” of sorts, where everything from the rugs to the dishes to the wall art proudly thumbs its nose at capitalism, political leaders, and even customers.
World’s First Hybrid-Electric Cruise Ship Sails the Northwest Passage
Hybrid technology has come a long way in the last few decades. It was only a matter of time before the cruise industry got on board. Norwegian luxury cruise provider Hurtigruten made waves earlier this month with a world-first sailing of the most eco-friendly oceanliner on the planet.
Amp Up Your Vanlife With the New Goal Zero Yeti 200X Power Bank
For many, road-tripping is about getting away from it all. But, more and more of us are looking to escape while enjoying the conveniences of home. Most of those conveniences, however, require electricity. The latest release from Goal Zero will keep your gadgets charged no matter where life takes you.
Porsche and Boeing Are Teaming Up to Build Flying Cars for the World’s Elite
Believe it or not, flying cars are already here, provided you're a well-heeled one-percenter with the means to drop a million dollars on what amounts to an impractical toy. Now, two of the world’s most renowned transportation companies are looking to make those toys a lot more practical and more real.
Lunaz Rebuilds History’s Most Legendary Cars As High-Powered Electric Vehicles
Everything from cruise ships to sports cars is moving away from combustion engines toward battery-powered alternatives. Electric motors are quieter, greener, and, most importantly, faster. Now, one bold customizer is breathing new life into automotive classics in a thoroughly electric way.
Ditch the Synthetic Fabrics for the Most Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Clothing
One day soon, we’ll look back on our synthetic clothing fixation and wonder what the hell we were thinking. Many future-forward apparel brands are already asking that question. The answer? Sustainable, eco-friendly clothing made from recycled, all-natural, and even biodegradable fabrics.
The Best Shooting Star Show of 2019 Is Happening Right Now
Spotting Halley's Comet is rare indeed, but its cosmic remnants linger long after it passes our planet every 75 years The best evidence for this can be seen every fall in the Orionid Meteor Shower. This, arguably the most spectacular shower each year, is happening right now.
Jeep Gladiator XMT Is a Humvee-Inspired, Military-Grade Tactical Truck
With military roots dating to World War II, Jeep is the most classic and longstanding overlander in history. Now, the brand is teaming up with AM General, makers of the Humvee, on a next-level, military-grade tactical vehicle designed to go almost literally anywhere.
Under Armour Debuts Jumpsuits for the First Virgin Galactic Space Tourists
It’s hard to wrap our minds around the fact that commercial space tourism is set to open next year. Until now, however, it seems no one had been looking into what we’re going to wear in space. This month, in partnership with Virgin Galactic, Under Armour announced their answer to that question.
How to Find the Best Black Friday Travel Deals of 2019
Here’s how to navigate the confusing holiday savings season and save some serious coin on the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday travel deals. We've also included some of the best deals we've seen so far in 2019.
United Airlines Launches Fly Now, Pay Later Travel Payment Plan
Most of us would love to travel now -- like, right now. But, having to pay for it right now always seems to get in the way. United Airlines wants to make every impetuous travelers' dreams a reality with the new Uplift “fly now, pay later” deferred payment option.
Win a Free Trip to Napa Valley’s Pop-Up Nutella Hotel
Few foods are as universally loved as the chocolatey hazelnut goodness that is Nutella. Now, the world’s most obsessed fans can proclaim their love for Nutella and possibly win a free, all-expenses-paid trip to Hotella Nutella -- an exclusive, Nutella-branded pop-up hotel in the heart of Napa Valley.
The Best Travel Destinations to Visit This December
Most sane North Americans are already planning their first winter vacation. Holiday travel is typically expensive, but it can be a great time to getaway. Based on the weather, travel prices, and goings-on, here are the best travel destinations to visit in December.
Tesla’s Bizarre, Bulletproof Cybertruck Is Straight Out of Blade Runner
Elon Musk is living the flamboyant, billionaire lifestyle most of us aspired to as adolescent boys. Last week, he announced Tesla’s first pickup truck. Contrary to near-universal public surprise, the all-electric Cybertruck is precisely what we should all have expected from Musk.
Lock in Low Airfares for a Full Week with Hopper’s Price Freeze Tool
Shopping for the cheapest flights has never been easy. Buy too far in advance or too last-minute and, either way, you’ll pay a premium. Thanks to a clever new tool, travelers can now lock in pricing for up to a week before pulling the trigger.
Mix-and-Match 130 Cereal Varieties at Las Vegas’ New Cereal Killerz Kitchen
We miss our salad days when health advice was simple: When it was OK to play in the streets and a “balanced breakfast” consisted of SunnyD and an entire box of Count Chocula in full-fat milk. Now, one restaurant is doing its part to rekindle the latter with the cereal menu of our childhood dreams.
This Week Only: A Blockbuster Pop-Up Store Opens in New York City
Before Netflix brought us the miracle of on-demand video, Blockbuster was the only game in town. The video rental giant is a distant memory for most millennials. Now, five years after it mostly closed for good, one streetwear designer has resurrected the blue-and-yellow icon for just one week.
Neuron EV’s T.One Electric Utility Vehicle Is Gunning for Tesla’s Cybertruck
Toyota single-handedly sparked the “Electric Revolution.” But, Tesla poured gasoline on the fire and emerged as the leader of the electric vehicle movement. Now, a California-based rival is stepping in with a multi-purpose truck prototype designed to compete squarely with the Tesla Cybertruck.
Cannonball Re-Run: 3 Men Just Drove from NYC to LA in 27 Hours, 25 Minutes
The real Cannonball Run series was far faster, more dangerous, and illegal than the 1981 movie ever portrayed. This month, a trio of young men announced they’d just set the new cross-country race record, and the jaw-dropping details are almost unbelievable.
Supertramped Co.’s Conversion Camper Van Is Part Tiny Home, Part Surf Shack
There’s something so appealing about flippantly abandoning our worldly belongings, tossing our iPhones into the ocean, and living the simple life on a beach in Costa Rica. One U.K.-based company distilled that daydream down into a single, one-of-a-kind camper van unlike any we’ve ever seen.
Stay at This Mississippi Hotel and Adopt a Shelter Dog at Checkout
From car rides to snowstorms to long sunrise hikes, dogs make everything better. They also make travel better, but not everyone has a dog or can take theirs with them while traveling. One Mississippi hotel is offering a unique adoption program to provide guests with free shelter pups during their stay.
World’s First All-Electric Commercial Test Flight Touches Down in Canada
Cutting-edge engineers around the world are setting their sites on the skies to find ways to electrify aircraft. Last week, a small single-engine seaplane made history with a world-first flight that could pave the way for cleaner and greener air travel.
This $4 Million 1967 L88 Corvette Could Be the Rarest ‘Vette in the World
There are rare cars, and then there are rare cars. Original, ‘60s-era Corvettes are among the most sought-after in the world. One all-original 1967 ‘Vette just went up for sale, and it might be “The Holy Grail."
Christmas Isn’t Over Yet at NYC’s Arthouse Hotel
Christmas isn't over -- not yet. For the Christmas-obsessed among us who relish an extra week or three of good tidings and the classic movies that celebrate the holidays, one New York City hotel has transformed its lobby into a shrine to honor the most iconic Christmas films of all time.
Starting in 2020, New Laws Will Come Down Hard on Unruly Air Passengers
With shrinking seats, Draconian baggage restrictions, and surly flight attendants, air travel seems to be getting worse. It’s enough to drive even the most patient passengers mad, in some cases to the point of air rage. Starting in 2020, new legislation will come down hard on unruly flyers.
Top 5 Travel Trends to Watch for in 2021
With more people traveling now than ever, the ways we fly, cruise, and overnight are going to change in significant ways over the next decade. As we look specifically to 2021, here are five trends we expect to impact travel more than any others.
This Vintage Double-Decker Bus Is a Modern Glamping Escape in the Heart of Wales
Airbnb has proven that just about anything from oversized potatoes to the Oscar Meyer Weinermobile can serve as an extraordinary overnight guest room. Add to that list one more unique glamping getaway: A vintage double-decker bus in the heart of the Welsh countryside.
Renew Your Passport in Just 24 Hours With This Must-Have Mobile App
Filing mandatory government paperwork is soul-sucking. Applying for a driver’s license, doing your taxes, or securing a business license are all enough to make you question your sanity. The passport process sometimes feels the same, but one mobile app is looking to make renewing one a little easier.
Cyberhouse Is the Post-Apocalyptic Crash Pad for Your Tesla Cybertruck
It’s been almost two months since Elon Musk revealed Tesla's all-new Cybertruck. The radical design continues to polarize automotive enthusiasts. Now, one Russian company is poised to give the community even more to talk about with a Blade Runner-esque residence purpose-built to house the Cybertruck.
Visit Any U.S. National Park for Free in 2021 on These 5 Days
The U.S. government gets a lot wrong, but one thing it nailed more than a century ago was the founding of the National Park Service. Most NPS sites are already quite affordable. On select dates this year, however, visitors can experience every NPS site completely free of charge.
Exodus Edits Offers Compact World Adventure Tours for Busy 30-Somethings
These days, our attention and available free time are dwindling due to work obligations, social media distractions, and an always-on connection to the daily news cycle. How can we make the most of our limited time away from work and daily life? Exodus Travels has found a simple solution.
Thailand’s Surreal The Library Resort Is a Bibliophile Traveler’s Dream Getaway
Themed restaurants and hotels are often hit-or-miss. In the hands of a sophisticated designer, however, a themed eatery or luxury resort can be extraordinary. Mere feet from one of Thailand’s most famous beaches, one designer hotel is proof of the latter.
Quark Expeditions’ Ultramarine Will Be a Polar Exploration Ship Unlike Any Other
Today's passengers expect all the comforts of home even aboard the most remote, polar cruises. Next year, Quark Expeditions looks to define a new standard in polar cruising with one of the greenest, most luxurious, most technologically advanced ships in the world.
Polaris’ Absurd 3-Wheel Slingshots Boast Serious Upgrades for 2021
Polaris' absurd, open-top Slingshot three-wheeler continues to offer one of the best dollar-to-fun ratios of anything on the road today. For 2020, the brand is introducing the most significant, across-the-board upgrades in the Slingshot's brief, five-year history.