As an artist, Leanne Shapton writes as if she’s painting words across a page, uncovering memories and emotions in sentences like brushstrokes. As a swimmer, she tells stories with the cadence of fluid, mesmerizing laps through a clear blue pool. The illustrator, author, publisher and former New York Times Op-Ed art director approaches her memoir, “Swimming Studies“, which releases 5 July, as a meditation on …
Nothing kills summer fun like a wet swimsuit leaking, or worse yet growing mold, inside a bag. Travel gear specialist Go Clean Wet Suit Bag. Waterproof and mildew-resistant, the sack keeps your swimsuit separated from the rest of your stuff with a design that’s slightly more sophisticated than our usual repurposed plastic bag from a deli. The machine washable nylon bag is double-lined with a …
The onset of summer means vacation plans—or at least daydreams about them—abound. Whether you’re looking for seclusion or are simply ready for a change in beach venues, these islands offer lesser-known ways to get your seaside fix. The Outer Hebrides Known for its ruggedly mythic terrain, the Outer Hebrides are an archipelago off the coast of Scotland. If you’re in the mood for a relaxed …
