Man’s Man Travel – 3 Badass Father’s Day Vacations
If your pop is the no-nonsense, beer-swilling outdoorsman type, here are three extreme vacations you can bond over this Father's Day.
Finding Buddha: Why Japan’s Epic Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage Should Be on Your Bucket List
Japan's Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage is one of only two hikes in the world with a spot on UNESCO’s exclusive list of World Heritage Sites.
You Can Now Legally Take Your Weed Through LAX Airport (Sort of)
Until recently, the only real way to fly with your stash was by hiding it in your shoes or a “pill” bottle — or so we’ve been told. Now, the city of Los Angeles is making things a little easier by allowing passengers flying through LAX to tote their week in standard carry-on luggage (sort of).
Buyer, Beware: What to Do If You Accidentally Buy a Haunted House
Most of us appreciate a good ghost tour or Halloween haunted house. But, if the walls of your new Victorian estate start bleeding or the girl from The Ring comes crawling out of the laundry chute, that fear isn’t quite so fun. Here’s what you need to know about accidentally buying a haunted house.
Stephen King’s Maine Mansion to Become a One-of-a-Kind Writer’s Retreat
Stephen King evolved beyond a “mere” horror novelist to become a full-blown pop-culture icon. Soon, fans will be able to experience the writer’s life, legacy, and inspiration as he looks to convert his Bangor, Maine mansion into a one-of-a-kind writer’s retreat.
Keep Your Fresh Water Fresh With the Larq Self-Cleaning Bottle
We’ve all gone a bit germ-crazy in the last two decades. Yet, there’s one thing most of us touch every day that’s undeniably filthy: A reusable water bottle. They’re natural breeding grounds for germs and bacteria, which is why one clever company devised an award-winning solution to combat the problem.
Will You Need a Passport to Fly Within the U.S. Next Year?
By this time next year, some U.S. citizens will need a passport or other form of identification to fly domestically. It’s all part of the federal government's REAL ID plan that’s been more than a decade in the making. Despite several delays, come the fallof 2020, air travelers will have no excuse.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Horizn One Is the First-Ever Smart Luggage Designed for Space Travel
Even if you're well-heeled enough to buy a ticket to space, you're going to need the proper luggage to take your essentials with you. An old-fashioned Samsonite suitcase won't cut it. Enter: Horizn One, the world’s first-ever smart luggage designed for space travel.
Help Wanted: An Idyllic Scottish Island Is Looking for a Sheep Dike Repairman
If you love sheep, idyllic islands, Scottish accents, and mending walls, there's a job in Scotland with your name on it. All you need are excellent people skills, a penchant for dike work, and a lack of serious life commitments for the next three years.
Sweden’s Viking-Inspired Arctic Bath Is Now Taking Reservations
When Game of Thrones wrapped earlier this year, fans began feverishly seeking ways to live out their Westeros-inspired fantasies in real life. Beginning in 2020, fans can add one more option at a Viking-inspired floating hotel spa on the edge of the Arctic Circle.
What Americans Need to Know Before Traveling to Cuba
Visiting Cuba can prove difficult for unprepared travelers, and President Trump hasn't made it any easier. Here are the most essential things every American needs to know before traveling to Cuba.
Travelers Can Now Bring Some CBD Products on Airplanes (Sort of)
Understanding the legalities of marijuana and CBD products in the U.S. almost requires an advanced law degree. However, for air travelers, flying with CBD-infused goodies just got a little easier thanks to new TSA regulations.
This New York Hotel Is Actually a 3D-Printed Mars Habitat
For travelers seeking an interplanetary getaway from the sea of humanity here on Earth, it’s going to be a long wait. Until then, the next best thing might be Tera, a 3D-printed luxury habitat that was originally designed for space.
Airbnb Announces Epic Around the World in 80 Days Adventure for Just $5,000
If you’ve ever daydreamed of traveling the world in the footsteps of Phileas Fogg, you could get your wish this September. Airbnb just announced a once-in-a-lifetime adventure dubbed Around the World in 80 Days. It’s every bit as epic as Jules Verne’s classic novel.
Bose’s New Noise-Cancelling Headphones 700 Will be Great for Travel
There’s no denying Bose almost single-handedly invented the noise-canceling headphones market. These days, its cans are required wearing for First Class air passengers. Now, it's upping its game with flagship headphones that boast class-leading technology so you can fully tune out the world around you.
Learn to Survive in the Mountains with NOLS’ Hardcore Outdoor School
Whether you’re a novice or an experienced outdoorsman, mountaineering is more accessible than you might expect. The key is knowing where to start and, for that, we look to Wyoming’s National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS).
Channel Your Office Space-Inspired Rage With a Baseball Bat at a Wreck Room
Wanton destruction of private property is rarely a good idea, but most of us understand the impulse. We’d all feel better after 10 Office Space-inspired minutes with a baseball bat and a fax machine. If you’re looking for a safer, legal outlet to vent your rage, there’s a destruction room near you.
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.
Nestbox Turns Your SUV Into an Off-Grid Camper in Minutes
Sleeping in your car is never quite as cushy as overnighting in a decked-out RV or travel trailer. Egoé is looking to deliver that same experience to SUV owners with Nestbox, a clever camping kit “insert” that transforms a wide variety of automobiles into full-featured travel trailers in minutes.
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.
3 Surprisingly Affordable (Semi-) Private Island Resorts
The idea of a private island vacation is unthinkable for most mortal men. However, there are a handful of tropical destinations around the world where average folk can secure a semi-private slice of paradise. Here are three of our favorites.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
No Pool, No Problem: Book Your Own Private Pool by the Hour with Swimply
Everything is shareable these days — classic cars, RVs, beach houses, even clothing and luggage. Now the latest addition to the sharing economy: swimming pools. If you’ve ever wanted to throw a hip-hop-video-worthy pool party but always lacked the pool part, Swimply has you covered.
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.
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.
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.
New Orleans Hotel Offers $15,000 Luxury Stay in Return for the Best Stolen Item
Sometimes crime does pay. The Roosevelt New Orleans hotel is encouraging thieving guests to step out of the shadows for the chance to win a seven-night stay worth more than $15,000. All they need to do is be a man and own up to their crime.
You Can Save Money on Air Travel By Shipping Your Luggage
Year after year, the airlines are raking in billions in checked bag fees. So, it’s no wonder that passengers — and some clever companies — are fighting back. It turns out the best solution might be to travel bag-free, to instead ship your bags so they arrive ahead of you.
For Sale: One Deserted, 80-Acre Irish Island Complete with Iron Age Ruins
Though the world feels like it’s shrinking, there are still a surprising number of secluded, affordable places to build your dream home left on this planet. One 80-acre island was newly announced for sale off the coast of Ireland, and it could be yours for less than a two-bedroom home in San Francisco.
Trek the South Pole on Your Own Antarctic Expedition
Whether it’s climbing the world’s highest peaks or swimming the entire Pacific Ocean, we humans love to test the limits of our endurance. One niche travel company allows foolhardy explorers to undertake one of the most grueling overland polar journeys on the planet. Why? Because they can.