Travel

7 Nature Hikes Near Chicago to Escape City Life

See another side of Illinois on trails within a short drive of the Windy City.

Pack Less, Adventure More: The TEREN Kit Is the Ultimate Travel Wardrobe

This line of go-anywhere, do-anything menswear takes stylish and functional outdoor gear to the next level.

The Best Packing Cubes of 2024

Packing cubes help organize your gear and can help keep everything accessible. Here are our favorites from Thule, Peak Design, and more.

Written by Billy Brown November 14, 2024

The Best Tote Bags of 2024

We tested the best tote bags from the North Face, REI, Stio, Cotopaxi and more to help you find the best option for your needs…

Written by Meg Carney and Taneika Duhaney October 08, 2024

Organize Your Travel With Eagle Creek Pack-It Cubes

if you could use a little more organization in your travel kit, here’s how Eagle Creek’s Pack-It Cubes allow travelers to pack efficiently, maintain order,…

The Best Suitcases of 2024

We traveled the globe to find the best suitcases for wherever you want to go. Here are the best, including picks from NEMO, Eagle Creek,…

Written by Sam Anderson May 21, 2024

Seas to Skis: Norrøna’s Got Gear and Adventure Travel to Go With It

The 96-year-old adventure clothing brand gets into the adventure travel business to expand its earth-first mission.

Written by Cameron Martindell May 15, 2023

Take a Break From Life in the Van Without Leaving Van Life: The Housesitter Hack

Need a break from van life, a shower, a real kitchen, and a place to stay that’s not a parking spot? Trusted Housesitters makes that easy…

Written by Johanna Flashman March 13, 2023

Adventure to the ‘Last Forbidden Kingdom’: Trekking Nepal’s Upper Mustang

In a rain-shadow region of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri mountain ranges lies one of the last Tibetan utopias, unknown by the masses as Upper Mustang,…

Written by Lisa Morris November 09, 2022

evo Makes Membership Free, Adds Perks for Travel, Gear, and More

The new (free!) three-tiered membership program is point-based and gives access to travel, gear, services, and events.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 03, 2022

YETI Crossroads Luggage Review: An Over-Organized System for Travel Success

Combine the YETI Crossroads backpack, carry-on, and checkable luggage, and you have a burly travel set that will likely last as long as you do.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri October 20, 2022

Book Your Campsite on Expedia: RoverPass Integration

The integration between campsite booking startup RoverPass and online travel agency juggernaut Expedia could change the way you book RV sites.

Written by Andrew Marshall September 02, 2022

Oregon Hippies Clock 60K Miles in Airstream With Pet Goat Frankie

Everybody knows about van life — but what about the goat life? An Oregon couple and their goat get the spotlight in a Discovery Channel…

Written by Andrew McLemore August 26, 2022

Live in a Van Down by the River at the ‘Wintering Grounds’

Not livin’ in a dirtbag paradise? You’ll know just where to flop after you watch this squatter-centric video.

Written by Sam Anderson July 26, 2022

Drive a Porsche, Sleep on the Roof: German Backroads Tour

A tent on top of a Porsche is a whole new luxury experience. Here’s how the sportscar-maker looks to tickle both your right foot and…

Written by Evan Williams May 09, 2022

Matador Giveaway: Win $1,000 in Ultralight, Packable Gear

Matador Travel Equipment is giving away a solid $1,000 of purpose-built gear as a part of its new Travel Hard campaign.

Written by Andrew Marshall May 05, 2022

‘Black Tie’ Gear Delivery Debuts Rentals in 4 Big Mountain Towns: MTB, 4×4, Moto, and More

North America’s largest ski and snowboard rental delivery service swaps snow sports for sunshine in its new summer rental program.

Written by Sam Anderson April 12, 2022

Win a Trip to Space From Land Rover

From now until June 20, 2022, Land Rover owners can enter to win a ticket to the (inner) edge of space aboard Virgin Galactic.

Written by Jilli Cluff March 02, 2022

Win an Epic Ski Getaway at RED Mountain Resort

On February 7, one lucky winner and a guest will score lift tickets and lodging at the iconic RED Mountain Resort in British Columbia.

Written by Jilli Cluff February 01, 2022

Must-Watch 4K Drone Films: Travel Virtually to Colorado, Montana

Always wanted to visit hallmark western towns like Bozeman, Montana, or Boulder, Colorado? Visit vicariously via these epic drone short films.

Written by Mary Murphy June 04, 2021

Amazon Prime Day 2020: The Best Travel Deals

Amazon Prime Day is a 2-day whirlwind of online sales. Here are the best travel deals, including luggage, headphones, and more.

Written by Mallory Paige October 13, 2020

Cliffhanger: What a ‘Life in the Vertical’ Is All About

Climber and photographer Julie Ellison explores how a small subset of athletes turned their pastime into a professional sport and worldwide phenomenon.

Written by Mary Murphy July 03, 2020