Travellers looking for something to do around the US this weekend need look no further than their local trail. Celebrate National Trails Day with a hike. Image by ©Dee Browning/Shutterstock 1 June is National Trails Day, and the American Hiking Society is aiming to set a new world record this weekend for most people improving […]
The Aftel Archive of Curious Scents: This Tiny Museum Is a Sensory Wonderland
The first thing you notice upon entering the Aftel Archive of Curious Scents is, curiously, the absence of scent. There’s no perfume counter one-two punch as you open the wooden arts-and-crafts-style front door of the tiny museum in Berkeley, California. Instead, a visual feast awaits: gently lit manuscripts, ancient maps, and the sparkle of tiny […]
Thanks to cleaner water, NYC is becoming a hotspot for whale-watching
The number of whales sighted off New York City has risen dramatically in recent years, a development which has signalled a win for environmentalists and for tourists who want to catch a dramatic glimpse at the beautiful creatures. Humpback whales have become more common around New York. Photo by Artie Raslich/Getty Local non-profit Gotham Whale, […]
6 Key Features of the Best Travel Makeup Bags
Searching for your next perfect travel makeup bag? The best ones have key features that protect items, boost organization, and optimize space. We asked ultra-fashionable Instagram influencers for their top tips on choosing a travel makeup bag. Here are their tips, plus more ideas for the key features to look for in a travel makeup […]