Inside the Uniquely Norwegian Home of Jarlsberg Cheese

Where dedication to craft, ingredients and a well-kept secret recipe makes all the difference

Year after year, Norway consistently tops “Best of” lists in a wide variety of categories. From healthcare to education, the fjord-laden Nordic nation of just over five million people often scores top honors thanks to rich natural resources and a strong culture of inclusiveness and equality. When it comes to dairy products though, Norway is nowhere to be found. Despite the country’s rich soil and …

Italy in Your Pocket: Fathom’s New Honeymoon Guides

Download these vetted itineraries to Amalfi Coast, Venice and more from the travel pros

Travel website Fathom, which we love for their anti-tourist spin and overall practical—rather than eye candy—approach, has just debuted a new set of ebooks, dubbed Fathom Honeymoon Guides. The team has put together flexible three-day itineraries that take care of what to eat, see and explore, so you’re not trawling through lots of crowdsourced lists yourself. “We want to take the edge off planning a …

Bluesmart’s New Smart Suitcase, the Black Edition

Their debut carry-on gets a sleek new look

Indiegogo success story Bluesmart has updated their debut smart carry-on suitcase (with built-in battery, GPS tracking, Bluetooth-enabled remote locking, etc) with a new Black Edition. The double PU layered polycarbonate case—even more scratch and water resistant than the previous iteration—incorporates high-density microfiber for the outside laptop pocket, and loses the blue trimmings. It’s certainly a more sophisticated look, but the roller actually houses all of …