This 3-Pound Rapid Raft Is the World’s Lightest, Most Packable Raft
Whether you like your outdoor adventures extreme or just prefer to be prepared with a bug-out bag to survive the apocalypse, having an ultra-portable emergency raft in your arsenal is never a bad idea.
Ride Out the Apocalypse With the 1,000-Horsepower Rezvani Tank X SUV
When Skynet or the zombies inevitably take over, and things go all I Am Legend, you're going to want to get the hell out of Dodge. You need an extreme, fortified overland vehicle built to drive over or through just about anything. That vehicle is the Rezvani Tank X SUV.
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.
Atomik Vodka Is a New Spirit Distilled From Chernobyl-Grown Rye
HBO's Chernobyl piqued the interest of foolhardy travelers who felt compelled to visit the site first-hand. That the Ukrainian government opened the Exclusion Zone to tours only fueled the fire. Now, anyone looking to take a piece of the greatest man-made disaster home can do so thanks to Atomik Vodka.
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 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.
Manned Flying Car Races Are Coming in 2022
Many of us still haven’t mastered driving in two dimensions. Now, even before flying cars have gone into mass production — before most of us have ever experienced driving in three dimensions — one company has announced manned flying car races as early as next year. What could possibly go wrong?
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.
Keep Clean On the Go With the Sonny Portable Bidet
For most of us, the only use for the odd hotel bidet is as a beer cooler, but there’s no denying they're the most efficient, effective, and eco-friendly way to clean your bits. An ambitious crowdfunded project hopes to put a portable bidet in the hands of every dirty-arsed man, woman, and child.
Major Airline Admits to Monitoring Passengers Via Onboard Cameras
These days, it seems every gadget from the iPhone to Amazon’s Echo is listening to our every word. Trading our privacy for convenience might seem worth it, of course — right up until the machines take over. Now, one of Asia’s largest airlines has confirmed it’s actively spying on passengers.
Get Your Real-World Upside-Down Fix With Atlanta’s Stranger Things Tour
If, like us, you waited almost two years for the return of Stranger Things, only to binge-watch the latest season on a Saturday afternoon, you’re in luck. A comprehensive new tour promises to give fans their real-world Hawkins fix by visiting many of the show’s most iconic filming locations.
Wasp Turns Your Boring Drone Into a Flamethrowing Assault Copter
We’ll assume you’re the sort of sophisticated gentleman who already has a stable of exotic cars, a personal submarine, and a quarter-million-dollar bar cart suitcase. What you most definitely do not have is a flamethrower drone. Worry no more because the wait is over.
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.
The Quietest and Loneliest Roads in America
Hidden amid the four million miles of roads that criss-cross the country are some of the most amazing routes in the world. If you’re looking for stunning, Instagram-worthy scenery and as few other travelers as possible, these are some of the quietest, loneliest, most scenic roads in America.
This Belgian-Monastery-Turned-Hotel Has Us Craving a Trip to Antwerp
In the right hands, construction cranes, shipping containers, and abandoned bridge houses can all find new leases on life. Amid a trend of repurposing former religious sites for modern living, Belgian architects have resurrected a one-time monastery as a stunning designer hotel complex.
The All-New 2021 Corvette Stingray Is a Mid-Engine Supercar for the Everyman
Corvette fans have long clamored for the mid-engine layout that legendary Chevrolet designer Zora Arkus-Duntov envisioned more than 50 years ago. Now, that elusive design is finally here, and the 2021 Corvette Stingray promises to be a game-changer -- for under $60,000.
Lotus Unleashes an Absurd, 2,000-Horsepower All-Electric Hypercar
For decades, Lotus seemed one failed model away from fading into obscurity. That it hadn’t released a new car in more than a decade only seemed to be further proof. This month, the British automaker dropped a bombshell in the form of an all-new, all-electric hypercar monster.
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.
Savor World-Class Whisky at Taiwan’s New Kavalan Whisky Bar
In barely a decade, Taiwan's Kavalan Distillery skyrocketed into the spotlight as one of the world’s best new whisky makers. Now, the single malt distiller is giving fans one more reason to visit East Asia: A purpose-built bar with the entire Kavalan range "on tap" at cask strength.
Witness Antarctica’s 2021 Total Solar Eclipse on an Exclusive Cruise
“Blacking out” is a daily requirement for many cruise-goers. Lucky passengers aboard one specialty Antarctic cruise in 2021 will enjoy an entirely different type of blackout, however. For a brief moment, they’ll witness a total solar eclipse from one of the most remote places on Earth.
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.
Binge-Travel the World in Luxury With Inspirato’s Unlimited Monthly Pass
Luxury travel organizer Inspirato is boldly rethinking modern travel with a new monthly pass designed on the all-you-can-binge model. The brand’s new subscription service could be a game-changer for modern nomads seeking a life of perpetual travel.
Farmhouse Catskills Brings Swanky, Mid-Century Modern Panache to Rural New York
Vacationing in a cabin in the woods doesn’t need to mean living like a doomsday prepper. For the man who dreams of a designer cabin that blends rustic living, vintage charm, and sophisticated swagger, there’s New York's Farmhouse Catskills hotel.
Nevada’s Train to Nowhere Promises Out-of-This-World Stargazing
There's no better digital detox than losing yourself on a remote patch of land in the dark, middle of nowhere amid a veritable sea of stars. One purpose-built Nevada train promises just that, taking visitors far from Sin City to Great Basin National Park.
The Best Binoculars for Birding, Backpacking, and Beyond
No matter what you’re planning — hiking, stargazing, embarking on your first safari — a good set of binoculars can make all the difference. Here are four affordable picks of compact binoculars with excellent viewing.
Yada, Yada, Yada … An Immersive Seinfeld Experience Is Coming to NYC This Fall
Seinfeld, through its 180 episodes, became one of the most memorable, successful, and quotable series in TV history. If you’ve been dying to relive the show’s glory days, this fall you’ll get your chance when The Seinfeld Experience debuts in New York City.
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.
Trek the Arctic Circle Like a WWII Soldier with Ex-U.K. Special Forces
For travelers who can appreciate skiing a brutal, week-long trek along former World War II military insertion routes through some of the harshest terrain on the planet, there's Arctic Warrior 2020.
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.
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.
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.
12 Most Over-the-Top Hotel Pools for Extravagant Views
From an infinity pool high above Santorini to a two-story waterhole in the rainforests of Bali, these are the best hotel pools across the globe.
Find the Most Unique, Undiscovered Campsites in the U.S. With Hipcamp
Without an all-in-one metasearch engine -- think Kayak or Expedia -- for campgrounds, reserving a campsite has always been a painful, time-consuming task. Now, with the release of its new mobile app, Hipcamp has streamlined the process, making it easier than ever to book right from your phone.
Travel 2,200 Miles on an Extreme, 18-Day Mystery Tour from Tehran to Istanbul
When most travelers shell out several thousand dollars for a trip, they expect essential details like when they’ll be going and, more importantly, where. Intrepid Travel announced the return of an exclusive mystery trip that promises a start and end point, but no details on everything in-between.
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.
Radical V-Shape Plane Design Imagines Passengers Seated in the Wings
A radical new design concept imagines a future where aircraft carry every passenger and their cargo inside the wings. It sounds crazy, but KLM is investing millions in the revolutionary idea. Here's why.
The G-RO SIX Is a 6-Wheel, Push-Style Travel Carry-On Unlike Any Other
Ever-dwindling baggage allowances have inspired a new generation of better, lighter, and smarter carry-on bags. The market is flooded now more than ever, but the latest from crowdfunded luggage favorite G-RO is a unique, standout design that we’ve never seen before.
Eat and Soak Your Way Around Japan on an Onsen Gastronomy Tour
Walk Japan, one of our favorite walking tour companies, just announced two niche tours designed to take visitors into the beating heart of Japanese culture.
Grand Canyon Celebrates 100th Anniversary with New International Dark Sky Park Distinction
As one of the most popular national parks in the United States, Grand Canyon National Park hardly needs any new accolades. However, the iconic park was just awarded official Dark Sky Park status, cementing it as one of the world's best destinations for stargazing.
You Can Start Planning Your Visit to the International Space Station for 2020
With the right disposable income, travelers can visit just about anywhere these days. The next big travel destination isn’t anywhere on Earth, however. NASA is thinking much bigger. The space agency is teasing the possibility of space tourism to the ISS for as early as 2020.
Ireland’s Beautiful Arranmore Island Desperately Wants You to Move There
Depopulation is prompting municipalities around the world to devise clever ways to keep their residents and find new ways to woo new ones. Now, one of Ireland's most idyllic islands is working hard to lure locals and newcomers back in a big way.