Nordic Skiing: The Basics

Where to go and what you need to get started with this low-impact, healthy activity

As the Nordic World Championship draws to a close in Falun, Sweden, you don’t have to have a designated Nordic center in your backyard to strap on your skis. Cross-country skiing is a versatile sport for the transitional seasons. From the traditional striding method or full-body workout skate skiing, nordic skiing is a healthy, quiet way to spend time outdoors—think of it as trail running …

Travel With No Limits: The Adventurists

Dangerous, dirty and sure to be an experience you'll never forget

On the homepage of UK-based “travel” organizers The Adventurists, a deadpan warning clearly states: “Your chances of being seriously injured or dying as a result of taking part are high.” Still interested? The warning continues: “Individuals who have taken part in the past have been permanently disfigured, seriously disabled or lost their life.” If this sounds like your idea of a good time, you’re in …

Word of Mouth: Palm Springs with Gerry McGovern

We tour the modernist oasis with Land Rover's head of design

Gerry McGovern, Land Rover’s Design Director and Chief Creative Officer, first visited Palm Springs 20 years ago and immediately fell in love with the modernist oasis in the Southern California desert. Last week, as guests of the brand, we toured Palm Springs with McGovern, learning about some of his favorite spots. Connecting cars to architecture he remarked, “We don’t need luxury vehicles or fabulous houses, …