The Eiffel Tower view is surely the most iconic, romantic view in Paris, but which hotel rooms can you book with views of this famous tower and which are near this monument? What is the best hotel room in Paris with views of the Eiffel Tower? Auctions Sort By If you want to book any […] More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript What do you get when you take one part religious cult and one part Harlem Globetrotters and one part Troy Polamalu’s hair and put them all together? You wind up with the House of David Baseball Team. One of the […] More
28 Nov Choosing a Boutique Hotel in Florence, Italy Posted at 10:16h in Blog by Victoria Brewood The idea of selecting a boutique hotel in Florence, Italy may seem like a pretty straightforward task, but it can easily get overwhelming with the number of options available. Florence is a city much-revered all over the world […] More
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While corona kept our bodies from going on any big getaways this year, there’s still time to send our minds on a trip to the destinations we most desire — via our stomachs. You probably noticed, but travel was a little different in 2020. Most of us weren’t able to visit the places we love […] More
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. We’re out having adventures this week, so please enjoy some golden oldies. – Ed. The first time I got caught backpacking in a serious rain I was an idiot. Nothing bad actually happened to me, but I was light years away from being prepared. I didn’t notice the ominous signs of a […] More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript In June 1940, with the conquest of France, Nazi Germany and Italy had conquered almost all of Western Europe. The map of Europe was one solid color reflecting the domination of the Axis Powers. Except for one small hole in […] More
27 Nov Adjusting Habits with an EV. How to Plan a Family Vacation! Posted at 06:36h in Blog by Victoria Brewood At this point it’s already kind of obvious — electric cars are slowly becoming the new norm, we just have to go through this readjustment period. But even though people are becoming more welcoming […] More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript Clair Patterson was a geochemist who worked at CalTech from the 1940s through the 1990s. His work involved studying the age of rocks and the age of the Earth. His greatest discovery, however, was one that was totally by accident […] More
I remember a friend reacting with shock when he saw the backpack I was bringing for a whole year of traveling in Southeast Asia. “Whoa, that’s it, for a whole year?” he asked, mind blown. It was a fantastic decision that I have zero regrets about. Going carry-on means never having to pay for a […] More
Happy Thanksgiving, everyone, as odd as it may be this year. We’re out having our own adventures for a few days, so please enjoy an oldie but a goodie. This is from Big Friend of the Website, Brendan Leonard. It’s about, well, like the title says, Gratitude. All of us are incredibly fortunate to have […] More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript Although you probably never heard of him before, American George Eyser is one of the most decorated Olympians in history. In the 1904 Olympics in St. Louis, he put on one of the greatest single-day performances in Olympic History. Yet, […] More
A wealthy curator of Ansel Adams work has put together a stunning collection of 100 of Adams’ prints that Sotheby’s will sell at auction on December 14. If you have several hundred thousand dollars burning a hole in your pocket, this is your chance to put it to work. One of the pieces for sale, […] More
The biggest dam removal project in American history is back on track, following an agreement last week to move ahead with demolition of four dams on the Klamath River in southern Oregon and Northern California. By securing additional state funds to guarantee the project, the agreement clears a financial logjam that has long delayed the […] More
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25 Nov What to consider when buying a new pair of glasses abroad Posted at 06:14h in Uncategorized by Victoria Brewood What to consider when buying a new pair of glasses abroad If you lose or damage your glasses abroad then it can be devastating. Your glasses are important – you want to see your […] More
As we’ve been decorating our house and fitting it out with things to make life easier and more comfortable, we’ve installed a number of smart home gadgets. If you’re interested in optimizing things in your home, I’m delving into some of my favorite technology for the home—that’s worth buying! You’ll notice I clearly love a […] More
There are those legends, the Ed Abbeys and Fred Beckeys and Yvon Chouinards of the world, that define what it means to be an outdoor person. We hold images of them–Beckey hitchhiking with a sign penned “will belay for food,” Chouinard wild and rambling down the Pacific Coast–in our minds as if they were the patron […] More
In August, when President Donald Trump signed into passage the Great American Outdoors Act, Democrats warned that he was only doing so as a political favor for Colorado’s Cory Gardner and Montana’s Steve Daines, two vulnerable Western Republican senators who co-sponsored it in an attempt to keep their seats in the November election. (Gardner lost […] More
I’m standing on Manchebo beach on Aruba, my third time back, amazed yet again at the perfection of the sunset unfolding in front of me. Every 20-degree rotation of my line of sight presents a delightful new color palette of periwinkle blues, purples, and cotton candy pinks. It’s a little wonder why Aruba has more […] More
I love versatile clothes, and how it makes packing simpler. We’ve seen a lot of outdoor brands creating more lifestyle clothes as well as newer brands that are popping up all about making clothes that can transition seamlessly from the office to going out in the evening. A big thank you to 686, Anatomie, Boulder […] More
Sure, it’s in Norwegian. But you don’t need to understand that language to understand this film. You can almost smell the heated birch as it’s steamed to soften for bending. Almost feel the lightness of the finished shoe. There’s beauty here. Source link More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript On the fourth Thursday in November every year, American’s celebrate the holiday of Thanksgiving. It is a holiday that originated in the Americas but has subsequently spread to many countries around the world. It is a holiday that is actually […] More
Sure, you’ve thought about glaciers melting and oceans rising, wildfires in the West, bigger and nastier storms along the East Coast, hurricanes in the Caribbean, and a million other complications for adventure in the coming years as the climate continues to warm, but have you also thought about the vagaries of chemistry affecting how the […] More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript For centuries the Holy Grail has been a metaphor for ultimate achievement. The quest for the Holy Grail is likewise considered a metaphor for an unobtainable goal. However, the Holy Grail might be more than a metaphor. It might really […] More
Something strange is going on in remote southern Utah. Last week, wildlife officials were out flying over the desert in a helicopter, counting bighorn sheep, when something out of this world appeared among the red rock. Shiny, clearly unnatural, straight and uniform, not things made in nature. They alighted nearby to take a look. There, […] More
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Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript Let’s say you have a brand new country. You want to take it out of a spin and make some new laws. What is the first thing you do? Maybe ratify a treaty? Perhaps something about the economy. Well, if […] More
This post was written in partnership with Waterl<ss. As always, thoughts and opinions expressed here are entirely my own and based on my own experiences. While I’m a big fan of winter and cozying up when the air gets crisp, it does a number on both my skin and my hair. When the temperature drops […] More
One of the most common emails I get from solo female travel hopefuls is in regards to safety. Maybe you’re worried that being alone will make you a target, your friends and family are telling you that you’re being irresponsible by going out into this big and scary world on your own, or your own inner-voice is […] More
What are the best luxury tour operators and travel agents in the world? Our list includes Virtuoso, Abercrombie & Kent, Air Canada Vacations, American Airlines Vacations, Belmond Trains & Cruises, Classic Vacations, Rocky Mountaineer, Villas of Distinction, and the Walt Disney Travel Company. Auctions Sort By Wherever you decide to travel, by booking your trip […] More
Having reviewed the best ski hotels in Europe and the best ski in ski out hotels in Canada, we now focus on North America. The best luxury ski in ski out hotels include Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Fairmont Tremblant, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole, Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail, Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside, […] More
Are Four Seasons hotels and resorts part of Hilton Hotels and the Honors loyalty rewards program? The answer is no. In fact, Four Seasons stands alone as an elite group of hotels that are not part of any rewards program. Four Seasons has no rewards program at all and there is no way to earn […] More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript Of all the world’s co-principalities, there is one which stands out due to its sheer size. This enormous co-principality dominates all other co-principalities in every measure: land area, population, and GDP. Every other co-principality could fit inside this co-principality with […] More
The most remarkable thing about Sri Lanka might just be the incredible variety that’s packed into such a compact island. The hotels are no exception. Marco Polo called it “the best island of its size in the world.” And while we like to think of ourselves as well-traveled, we defer to the Venetian explorer on […] More
I’ve wanted to get a dog of my own for ages — my family has a pup at home, but since I’ve spent the better half of the last decade on the road (or in the air), it didn’t make sense. However, last year Meyer and I decided it was time to bring a dog […] More
I’m not proud of it but I found myself in a Baby Gap the other day. They sell terrific toddler clothes, what can I say. As I stood in line I noticed a rack of facemasks. Dozens of them. I didn’t really think it was odd or anything until I left and saw a bus […] More
Perhaps you have your eye on a little patch of land somewhere. If only a lightweight, relatively inexpensive cabin that doesn’t require a foundation, in most cases, could be shipped there easily, you could have a dream setup. Especially if that cabin was a marvel of expandability, able to open and close at will to […] More
Last year we shared the Patagonia climbing film, Rotpunkt, featuring Alex Megos’ unusually dedicated life of climbing. In that film he attempted a route called Bibliographie, a route Megos pegged as 5.15d (9c)—nigh impossible. In this film, Megos returns to Bibliographie and gives the place a going over. Source link More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript At some point in the future, a phone call will be placed by the private secretary of the Queen to the British Prime Minister. In this call, he will utter the phrase “London Bridge is down”, which will set off […] More
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | AmazonStitcher | RSS | Patreon Transcript I’m sure everyone has heard of such famous places as the Great Pyramids, the Colosseum, the Great Wall of China, and the Taj Mahal. Besides all being famous landmarks, they have something else in common. They are all UNESCO World […] More
With more than 4,000—yeah, 4,000—stories in the AJ archive, we thought it was a good time to pull one from the rafters, wipe off the dust, polish it with our elbow patches, and put it front and center for new readers to enjoy on our homepage. We could use a little humor this week, so […] More
As global temperature records are set one after the other, we are becoming increasingly concerned about the fate of our glaciers, these emblematic victims of climate change. We are worried by the sudden change in the color of the ice, and there have even been attempts made to cover the ice to protect it, while […] More
November 19, 2020 Ah, the Humble Beginnings of the Skiers Vs. Snowboarder Divide This, let’s say charming clip popped up on Facebook and it’s too good not to share. Not sure which mountain this is; the accents say one thing, the news reporter referencing California says another. Regardless, this wasn’t all that long ago and […] More
Best Work From Home Gifts in 2020 Gift Guide Looking for the perfect holiday present for someone who works from home? These are the best work from home gift ideas for remote workers, no matter what your budget. What a mess this year has turned out to be! While I’m a huge fan of working […] More
Hey all, happy sale time. As I’m sure you’re seeing all around the web, ’tis the season to get things discounted! I’ve struggled with the sometimes wasteful consumerism of this season, and personally, I think the best gifts, to oneself or to others, are experiential. The benefits of learning a new skill or even building […] More
Two rangers were charging toward us like a pair of angry elephants. The massive hull of Mount St Helens loomed behind their khaki-covered frames. A fierce sun burned over the rocky volcano. “We need to see your permits!” they hollered over a pile of jagged boulders. “We haven’t seen anyone skiing here for weeks!” My […] More
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Tintswalo Atlantic Hotel is a boutique beach lodge that can be found in Table Mountain National Park. In fact, it’s the only luxury hotel that can be found in the park. This incredible hotel sits right on the oceanfront with a pebble beach just steps away. You will be hard-pressed to find a more special […] More
