The Legal Ins and Outs of Drinking While Flying
The TSA frowns upon travelers flying with too much liquid, including everything from soup to shampoo to sangria. But, what about packing and, more importantly, consuming your own booze? The legal ins and outs of drinking while flying are surprisingly straightforward.
Win a Free Vacation- But Only If You Promise to Bartend Jamaica’s Most Notorious Floating Bar
Virgin Holidays and Jamaica's most notorious floating bar want to send one lucky candidate on a seven-day, all-expenses-paid trip to Negril. The catch? They’ll need to run the bar solo for the entire week.
Here’s What Happens to Your Body on a Long-Haul Flight
Modern air travel wreaks havoc on the human body in ways you may not even realize. Here’s what happens to your body on a long-haul flight (and any flight) and why you really should (but probably won’t) skip that third Bloody Mary en route.
5 Stunning Bars and Breweries That Used to Be Churches
With more than 4,000 churches closing their doors each year, some crafty (read: heathen) entrepreneurs are breathing new life into the recently deconsecrated buildings. Here are five of our favorite bars and breweries that used to be churches.
British Airways Unveils Gin Engineered for High-Altitude Cocktails
Thanks to a dulling of our taste buds at high altitudes, even a well-made cocktail can taste surprisingly bland on a plane. British Airways is working to solve that problem with an exclusive, high-potency gin designed to bring the sexy back to mid-flight gin and tonics.
Get Paid to Live on Luxury Yachts for a Year with HushHush
ber-luxe shopping site HushHush just announced that it's in search of one very motivated Yacht Tester. The best part: No experience necessary.
This Is What a $100,000-Per-Night Private Island Getaway Looks Like
If you’re ready to think bigger for your next vacation, if you daydream of a private island escape, if it’s time to cash out your 401K for an absurd, over-the-top getaway, Banwa Private Island in the Philippines is calling, and you must go.
Put All 419 U.S. National Parks in Your Pocket with the Chimani App
If you’re planning a National Park escape -- whether for hiking, kayaking, or stargazing -- you want to be prepared. The Chimani app puts every U.S. National Park site in your pocket or, more specifically, on your smartphone.
Chase Exotic Supercars on this Insane Police Car Drifting Ride-Along
The aptly named Supercar Drifting Ride-Along Experience at Exotics Racing in Las Vegas dials the “ordinary” supercar driving experience up to 11
Airlines May Soon Weigh Passengers to Cut Fuel Costs and Emissions
Airlines are getting very creative with how they pinch their pennies. Now, one tech startup is pushing a way to cut the fat by literally cutting the fat -- or, more specifically, measuring it. Their plan? To weigh each and every passenger before they board.
8 Best Adult Summer Camps for Grown-Ass Men
Remember the glory days of summer camp? These adult summer camps recapture all the fun of your misspent youth but with a lot more day drinking and debauchery. Here are eight amazing summer camps for (mostly) grown-up men.
Where to Visit the Real-World Game of Thrones Filming Locations
Over Game of Thrones' eight seasons, some genuinely breathtaking destinations have served as a backdrop for the fantastical world of Westeros. From Winterfell to King's Landing, here are three ways to see some of the most iconic GoT shooting locations come to life.
How to Find the Right New or Vintage Record Player for You
If you’ve developed a newfound appreciation for the sweet, soulful sound of vinyl, you’re no doubt in the market for a new or vintage record player. The problem is: Where do you start? Let’s break it down.
Boise’s Potato Airbnb is the Most Idaho Hotel Room Ever
For some, it might seem like a half-baked idea. For travelers who love potatoes, kitsch, or both, the Big Idaho Potato Hotel is a starchy dream come true.
You Can Cruise to the North and South Pole on One 88-Day Luxury Expedition
These days, some cruise lines are thinking big with months-long global itineraries that visit multiple continents and far-flung polar expeditions worthy of Amundsen and Shackleton. Now, well-heeled travelers can go even bigger and tackle both the North and South Poles on a single grand ocean voyage.
Airplanes Could Soon Offer a Standing-Room-Only Cabin
The personal space afforded to airline passengers has dwindled to absurd levels. Now, it seems the only way to pack more of us in is by adjusting not the seats, but the passengers themselves. Behold the “standing-room-only” airplane cabin from Aviointeriors.
The Trek Aerospace FK2 Is the Flying Go-Kart You Didn’t Know You Wanted
Go-karts are cool and all, but we’re living in an age of gravity jetpacks and flying motorcycles. Honestly, if it doesn’t have wings or a rocket engine attached it, we’re not that interested. Technically, the FK2 Flying Go-Kart has neither, but our toy garage still desperately needs one.
Why You Should Expect to Pay a Lot More for Air Travel this Summer
The summer travel season is upon us. You’re no doubt gearing up for a full-on vacation or at least a long weekend away. If you’re considering either, now is the time to book your flights. Domestic and international airfare is about to get expensive, possibly very expensive. Here’s why.
This $273,000 Louis Vuitton Trunk Doubles as a Bar Cart for Your Hennessy Collection
Civilized travelers should never be without a good dram. But what happens when you want to host an impromptu mid-trip cognac party for yourself and 17 of your closest friends? Thanks to a new, stratospherically priced Louis Vuitton travel-trunk-turned-bar-cart, you’re in luck.
Ride Out the Apocalypse with the Ariel Nomad Tactical Buggy
Like a well-stocked whiskey cabinet and a working knowledge of Goodfellas quotes, every man needs a bug-out plan. A well-equipped go bag and a stockpile of cash are key. But, a capable, versatile vehicle is critical to getting the hell out of dodge — a vehicle like the Ariel Nomad Tactical.
London Calling: JetBlue Announces New Transatlantic Flights in 2021
Remember the good ol’ days of air travel with sub-$300 flights across the pond? We’re talking about the heyday of dirt-cheap international airfare that ended around 10 years ago. Thanks to a recent announcement from JetBlue, those budget-friendly days could soon be coming back.
Enjoy a High Level of Service at 10 One-of-a-Kind Marijuana Dispensaries in the U.S.
Pot culture has come a long way since the days of pseudo-Rastafarian head shops, Cypress Hill’s puerile glamorization of weed in the 90s, and the High Times monthly centerfold. These modern dispensaries offer unique customer experiences to match their one-of-a-kind, designer storefronts.
Can You Fly with Legally Bought Weed and CBD in the United States?
Let’s take a minute to clarify the legalities of flying in the U.S. with legally purchased marijuana and CBD products.
Visit Any U.S. National Park for Free this Saturday, April 20
Saturday, April 20, marks the beginning of National Park Week 2019 and the service is celebrating with a full day of free exploration for park visitors.
Finland’s Rent a Finn Program Aims to Teach Visitors How to Be Happy
Finland is a wonderland where Santa lives, reindeer run wild, and the weather forecast usually includes The Northern Lights. So, it’s no surprise that it's the happiest country in the world — so happy, in fact, that it's looking to spread that overflowing happiness to foreign visitors with Rent a Finn.
Solomoons Encourage Honeymooning Without Your Spouse
Staycations, nakations, babymoons — there are so many niche vacation options these days. Now, it appears that even the concept of shared vacationing might soon become passé. Welcome the solomoon. It’s all the joy, relaxation, and Instagramming of a traditional honeymoon without your pesky spouse.
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.
The Hideous Station Wagon from National Lampoon’s Vacation Could Be Yours (Sort of)
Few Hollywood cars are more iconic of the classic American family road trip than the clunky green station wagon from National Lampoon’s Vacation. The ugly, uncomfortable, gas-guzzling monstrosity was everything a family road-trippin’ vehicle should be. Now, that automotive gem could be yours — sort of.
Spend a Night Alone at the Louvre Museum with the Mona Lisa
The reality of seeing the Mona Lisa in person is that Louvre guests are often forced to elbow through a crowd of thousands for a glimpse of the da Vinci masterpiece. Now, for one night only, Paris' iconic museum will open its doors to just two lucky guests in one of the most exclusive Airbnb stays ever.
Absurd Flat Earth Cruise Offers a Visit to the Planet’s Giant Ice Wall
History’s greatest explorers traveled to the so-called “ends of the earth.” Marco Polo, Roald Amundsen, and even The Proclaimers -- all epic journeymen. But has anyone actually visited The End of the Earth? The answer is “no,” but that’s about to change thanks to next year’s epic Flat Earth Cruise 2020.
This $450,000 Las Vegas Travel Package Includes Gold-Dusted Chicken and Waffles
Casino whales are the sort of well-heeled big shots who think nothing of dropping $2 million in a weekend at the blackjack table just because they can. For them, Sin City beckons with Venetian Resort's Want the World Package, a luxury vacation experience that’s ridiculous, even by Las Vegas standards.
5 Last-Minute Travel Destinations Worth Blowing Your Entire Tax Return on
You could do something sensible with this year's tax return like max out your 401k. Or you could splurge on a bucket-list-worthy vacation because you deserve a little “me time.” Assuming you decide on the latter, here are five destinations worth blowing this year’s entire tax return on.
These Boutique Hotels Proudly Pay Homage to Their Strip Club Roots
Repurposed abandoned spaces are all the rage right now. So, it was only a matter of time before high-brow designers began seeing the potential in turning former gentleman's clubs into luxury accommodations. Here are four swanky new hotels that proudly pay homage to their seedy strip club roots.
Belize Hilariously Offers the World’s First Overwater Coworking Bungalow
Free coffee, a distraction-free environment, and super-fast Wi-Fi — all reasons why coworking spaces are great for actually getting work done. What’s even better is an overwater coworking bungalow on a secluded Belizean island where you can pretend to get lots of work done.
4 Hotels that Are Actually Restored Vintage Travel Trailers
Road-tripping in a vintage travel trailer might be the most iconic image of mid-20th-century Americana. But owning one, towing it, and parking it on vacation feels like a tall order. If you want all that same retro charm with the convenience and modern amenities of a traditional hotel, these deliver.
5 Best Travel Clothes Brands You Can Get Away with Not Washing
By blending traditional fibers like cotton with premium materials like merino wool — sometimes a dash of precious metals — these high-tech, premium travel clothing brands are comfortable, quick-drying, odor-resistant, and infinitely wearable.
What Is Cryotherapy? An Introduction to Whole-Body Cold Therapy
Whole-body cryotherapy is an alternative wellness trend that promises everything from healing sports injuries and sharpening your mind to reducing anxiety. But what are the real benefits? And does it deliver on its oversized claims?
HBO Hid 6 Iron Thrones Around the World for Game of Thrones
The eighth and final season of what has become one of HBO’s most widely acclaimed shows ever returns April 14 in all its fascinating, bloody glory. In the network’s typical over-the-top fashion, they’ve created a global, Game of Thrones-flavored scavenger hunt ahead of the final season’s premiere.
You Can Own the Italian Isle of Isola delle Femmine for Less than an East Coast Condo
If you’re looking to expand your European real estate portfolio, you're in luck. The price of this private Sicilian island has just dropped considerably. If you act fast, it could be yours for the low, low price of around $1.1 million — less than the average cost of most big city condos in the U.S.
The Ultra-Luxe Watervilla Is Unlike Any Houseboat You’ve Ever Seen
If an ordinary cabin in the wilderness isn't “away” enough for you, a tricked-out houseboat might be just what you need. Berlin’s WSM crafts bespoke, ultra-modern homes on the water that ensure you’ll never want — or need — to return to dry land.
Feast on a Whole Alligator at Frontier Chicago’s Whole Animal Experience
The primal desire for savage, Lord of the Flies-style dining is ingrained in us as humans. But, it’s rare to find a full-on pig roast at a gourmet restaurant in the city, and rarer still to find a restaurant that also serves whole chicken-stuffed alligators. Such is the case at Chicago’s Frontier.
Futuristic Polydrop Travel Trailer Looks Straight Out of Blade Runner
The travel trailer space has become crowded indeed. There are European models with retractable roofs, models designed to serve as “basecamp” for hardcore adventurers, and off-road-ready campers capable of going just about anywhere. The minimalist Polydrop travel trailer lies somewhere in the middle.
How Airline Seats Might Be Secretly Spying on You
Statistically, Americans are happier dealing with the IRS than with most airlines. Now, we have one more reason to mistrust — or downright loathe — them. It turns out many airlines have technology installed in every seat with the capability to see their passengers.
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.
The HoverSurf Hoverbike Is a Real-Life, Star Wars-Esque Speeder Bike
We’re living in a Golden Age of personal, high-powered toys. Now, if you’ve ever fantasized about zipping around the city above the ground, the HoverSurf Hoverbike is here to make those dreams a reality.
Sleep in a Giant Wine Barrel at this Beautiful Portuguese Vineyard
Most red-blooded men have found a good night’s “rest” at the bottom of a wine bottle. So, it’s reasonable to think you might also find it inside of a wine barrel. One Portuguese vineyard is giving wine-lovers the opportunity to do just that.