The Mediterranean? For summer? Some might call that groundbreaking. The region’s high season, roughly May through September, brings in travelers intent on doing little else but a rinse-and-repeat of dry heat and salty sea. A summer on the Med can look like a lot of things: indulging in octopus that’s been hanging like laundry on
Skip to main content The Best Beaches in Albania for Uncrowded Shores and Idyllic Resorts Impossibly blue skies, a wild and dramatic coast, and warm Mediterranean waters lapping at your feet—welcome to Albania. Getty While a number of different mountain ranges run along the eastern side of Albania, its southwestern coast is home to paradisiacal
In August 2021, Typhoon Lupit reached the shores of Naoshima, a small island in Japan’s Setouchi region, and blew a giant yellow pumpkin by the artist Yayoi Kusama out to sea. Footage of the incident, which remains available on YouTube, shows the sculpture upturned, interior belly exposed, tossed about by crashing waves, its famous polka
In August 2021, Typhoon Lupit reached the shores of Naoshima, a small island in Japan’s Setouchi region, and blew a giant yellow pumpkin by the artist Yayoi Kusama out to sea. Footage of the incident, which remains available on YouTube, shows the sculpture upturned, interior belly exposed, tossed about by crashing waves, its famous polka
It's not often that a photograph of a sink will stop me mid scroll, but the bright green panelled bathroom of Melton Hall did just that. At first I thought it was an inspirational interiors post from Architectural Digest, but after a minute's worth of rabbit-holing, I ended up on the Airbnb listing for the
Kirah Tabourn Kirah is an astrologer, educator, and creative consultant who is passionate about facilitating accessible astrological education and programming. She is the founder of The 11th House, a community for astrology enthusiasts to connect, and hosts a podcast called The Strology Show. She also co-founded a love-focused horoscope & compatibility app, CUSP. Your May
New York City has no shortage of fabulous restaurants. Steakhouses! Small plates! Omakase! Whatever you want, we've got it. But I'd argue there is no finer dish than the sandwich. Humble, maybe, but when a sandwich is done right, it's a delightful dance that weds disparate textures and flavors. Let's take a classic Italian deli
The best spas in New York City aren’t just a luxury, but a survival tool in the city that ceases to sleep. While an endless rotation of Michelin-starred dining, high-end shopping, and late-night buzzing keeps the city’s busy energy in check, NYC’s wellness scene is just as cosmopolitan as its cocktail bars. Whether tucked into
If you’re ever feeling lost in a new city, walking into a local bookstore will help anchor you. Far more than just a place of transaction, a good bookstore can serve as a sanctuary, a community space, and a portal into the town it calls home—all thanks to the dedicated owners and staffers who stock
Walking by Studio 54 in midtown on a recent spring evening, one might be convinced it’s the 1970s again. The mirrored lobby of the fabled New York City nightclub-turned-theater is packed with glittering guests filing in beneath trembling chandeliers. The walls are plastered with kitschy posters exclaiming “DON’T GET HOT AND FLUSTERED” and “LET THEM
Balancing travel and remote work will always be one of the biggest challenges on the road. When you’re a digital nomad, it’s always a struggle to balance sightseeing and also get your work done in a nice, quiet environment. No one wants to spend hours searching for a coffee shop or be in one that
Drones are huge. And, while there’s lots of restrictions around them, a lot of travelers take them on road because they produce some amazing sweeping aerial shots. There’s lots of amazing brands out there but one that I think is super cool is the Antigravity A1. Released in late 2025, attempts to render the traditional