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Our travel writers found unsung surf breaks, breathtaking lodges, waist-deep powder, and high-alpine gastronomy in these perfect escapes
Ski mountaineer Caroline Gleich and photographer Meg Haywood Sullivan explore four of California's national monuments in 96 hours
Clothing and a duffel that can be used over and over while still looking polished
Every year, the Upper Peninsula town of Munising hosts the Michigan Ice Fest. Last month, a certain celebrity rock climber attended the event, working with pro ice climber Angela VanWiemeersch to learn to climb a different type of face.
If you can't be on an adventure, at least you can listen to one
Five times the size of Texas, the country offers a stunning array of options for getting lost. Here are eight of our favorite escapes.
Technically advanced outdoor gear can make traveling for your next business trip easier, more comfortable, and more efficient
New Zealand’s camping options notoriously abound which made it the perfect destination for Vanlifer and photographer Louis Charles Pilon.
While political and legal battles rage over the future of our national monuments, one of the most important things you can do is go see them—and then share your experiences widely. Here are some of our favorite adventures.
From filmmaker Marko Roth, Together is a travel film from his trip 1,200-mile journey through Patagonia.
After a day spent outside, there's nothing better than a superbly placed hot tub
From landscape filmmaker Jay Worsley, Ethos features some incredible drone footage from Arizona, California, and Oregon.
Travel companies are creating a generation of digital nomads, flying gig workers and tech nerds to exotic locales where they can pursue dream jobs. These brands make it their business to solve the significant logistical problems that come up when trying to get work done while abroad—but can they solve the problem of other people?
Fighting sickness and the desire to do too much in the Sonoran Desert
All the gear and techniques you’ll need to nail the perfect snowy moment
Arizona's Mt. Graham was always there to climb. We just had to stop and do it.
Remote, empty spots to pitch your tent in peace this summer
See a cool new place and learn a tip or two from the pros along the way
The town of Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage site an hour from Chennai, in Tamil Nadu, has blossomed into the epicenter of India's burgeoning surf scene
For months, we debated whether to go truck cap or tonneau on our Chevy Silverado. Then we found the Pace Edwards Ultragroove series.
From filmmaker Gilles Havet, Scotia Symphonia is the product of a trip he and his family took to Scotland to see the Highlands, the Isle of Skye and the Hebrides.
Filmmaker Raphael Rogers has traveled to some of our favorite places like New Mexico, Alaska, and Montana but two he ended up naming the film From Kauai to Norway in honor of his favorites.
On a recent trip to Hawaii, filmmaker Ryan Harris hiked the Kalalau Trail in search of a legendary local who makes pizza in the mountains.
Traveling far and wide for powder doesn't have to be an awkward nightmare, thanks to this cleverly designed carry-on
Existentialism, rabbit holes, and the pursuit of happiness—with a hundred miles of singletrack and a foot of airy powder thrown in
From the terminal to the trail, these sneakers can do just about everything
Make the most of the season with strategies from pros, killer deals on passes, and skier-friendly hotels
Finally, someone is doing something about fake service dogs
Yes, you can still find powder somewhere
Just because some people think these destinations are miserable doesn't mean they actually are.
Hopefully after reading this, you'll never buy luggage without two shoulder straps again
Whether you want to dedicate a few hours or a few weeks, here's how to give back on your next trip
Running dead is not an option—at least not one we want to contemplate
To help you create the ultimate outdoor agenda, we asked our travel experts where they’re dying to go this year
From swimming with dolphins and fishing the flats to snorkeling the reef and camping on the beach—these idyllic islands have it all
The mountains are home to some of the best ski resorts in the country. But you can still fish, climb, soak, run, and ride all winter long.
Lessons in preparing for and getting through the season
As the debate over the national monuments festers, Americans need to get out and use these lands
Drone pilot Hamza Mujtaba travels across the world to capture scenic landscapes and dramatic vistas. In this film Slovenia, he documents a journey he took to the wild nation he named the film after.
We put together this list of seven essentials for keeping the groove going no matter where you are
Each year, filmmakers 929Media take a fall trip up to New England from their headquarters in New York City and this year’s choice was Acadia National Park for its drastic landscapes and epic sunrises.
The Trans North Georgia Bike Race is a 355-mile mountain bike race with over 55,000 feet of vertical cutting through northern Georgia from South Carolina over to Alabama.
Why wait in lift lines when you can ski empty slopes at these hidden gems?
A late autumn day in northern Finland is exactly what you'd think; short, dark, and frigid. Nonetheless, the dedicated captain and his boat, the Sanibonani, set a course for Lapland to explore Lemmenjoki National Park by bike.
We know a thing or two about the Southwest—our offices are located in Santa Fe, after all. So trust us when we say that these radar-ducking adventures are full of hidden rivers and otherworldly canyons. Just don’t pass it on.
Bring your skis and a good book, and prepare to settle in
To find solitude in the wilderness, skip the weekends, consider the off season, and look for places without the obvious appeals
For those who are always on the road—or just like to keep their closet spartan—we built an outfit that works as well on Friday as it did last Monday.
When she was in college, Jack Kerouac’s book The Dharma Bums helped the author find her place in wilderness and in life. She hoped it would do the same for her 16-year-old son as they embarked on a mother-son California road trip retracing Kerouac’s adventures.
Sure, it's early season, but book these mid- and late-winter vacations now and you'll save big
Because the map application on your phone cannot give you the big picture
In these days of constant work and connection, taking time to do nothing is one of the most difficult agenda items. But it’s more important than ever.
Tricks for renting cars with surf racks, finding the best singletrack, and buying from the locals' bike shop
Working remote doesn't require sacrificing style and comfort. (Courtesy Grovemade) Grovemade Walnut Laptop Stand ($139) Sure, you can work anywhere on a laptop. But when you’re at home, upgrade from the kitchen counter with Grovemade’s Walnut laptop stand, which delivers comfort and classic wood style.
The Mid Caples Hut along the Greenstone-Caples Track services 5,000 trampers, New Zealand's name for a backpacker, annually.
Four trips that will help you take in the stunning beauty of this ancient site
This vast area of northern Arizona is chock-full of beauty and history
The adventure doesn't stop just because your team has a few new members
Colorado River guide, photographer, and biologist Amy Martin will always call the Grand Canyon home
From saltwater to fresh, here are the best spots in the state
Arizona native Amy Martin has been shooting her beloved home state and Grand Canyon for nearly two decades. Here are a few of her favorite shots.
The best books about the Grand Canyon and Arizona's desert landscapes
A growing number of outfitters are offering options for adaptive athletes
This desert abode is built from 12 shipping containers