The Pre-Trip Rituals of Frequent Fliers

Whether it consists of procrastinated packing, tucking in for an early night’s sleep, or staying up to answer emails, everyone has their own pre-trip ritual. The travel experts at Fathom recently surveyed several frequent fliers—including our own editor-in-chief Josh Rubin—to find out which tricks of the trade they had yet to uncover. Head to Fathom to learn how some of the most experienced travelers prep …

Touring Pioneertown, CA’s Idyllic Rancho V

How Airstream accommodations, large-scale art and a recording studio unite in the desert

With Palm Springs International Airport only a 40 minute drive away, it’s easy to place Rancho V on the map by way of that transportation hub. Unless, of course, you’ve heard of Pioneertown, CA. On Route 62 in the lush desert of the Yucca Valley, Pioneertown began in 1940s as an Old West motion-picture set, which actors actually lived in when not filming. Today, its …

Instagrammable Bathrooms Around the World

Most people only take a trip to the toilet out of pure bodily necessity, but according to a new book by Lonely Planet, bathrooms could soon become the next hot spot for world travelers. In the book, titled “Toilets: A Spotter’s Guide,” the travel experts scoured the globe to uncover the world’s most scenic, bizarre and luxurious lavatories. A few examples include a secluded bathroom …