The Playboy Mansion From a Different Perspective

The words “Playboy Mansion” conjure up very specific images for most people: flawless bodies, an older gentleman in a burgundy smoking jacket, exotic birds, lush grounds and the infamous grotto. Photographer Jeff Minton visited the iconic home last year (after it sold for $100 million) and while there are a few snaps of bikini-clad women, his images are not what one would expect. Minton’s images …

Next-Level Female Adventure Photographers

Adventure photography has long been a male-dominated creative industry. Of late, however, more attention has been granted to women hustling under the same extreme conditions. From wingsuit jumping to ’round the world sails and deep-sea diving, National Geographic has chronicled some of the best. Now, they’ve brought light to nine exemplary female photographers capturing the magic of chaos. Read the profiles and see more images …

Photo Essay: Cycling Through Cuba

Search and State’s Daniel Golden's biking adventure across the gorgeous and fast-changing country

by Daniel Golden Cycling across Cuba is an incredible and worthwhile adventure, but is a trip that requires good planning and the understanding that the countryside is still undeveloped and resources are quite scarce. It’s a beautiful place with amazingly curious, welcoming, spirited people. Music and smiles are everywhere. It is place of mystery and discovery and truly an unforgettable experience. We rode though places …