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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
By Cool Material
Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta
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Finding Nature and Nurture in Puerto Vallarta

Come for the mountains, ocean, and adventure. Stay for the martinis, massages, and freshly cleaned sunglasses.

By Lanny Fuller
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Puerto Vallarta Beyond the Beach: A Journey Through Art & Culture

A guide to the galleries, murals, sculptures, and musical performances worth seeking out between beach days.

By Lola Méndez
The Back to School Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Going Back to School The Back to School Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Going Back to School
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The Back to School Guide for Guys Who Aren’t Going Back to School

Your syllabus for an adult-life reset in September.

By Lanny Fuller
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Sushi Donuts are the Latest Food Hybrid

There was the Cronut. There was the Ramen Burger. Now, prepare for the next food mashup that will make you want to bite your screen: the Sushi Donut. Created by Instagram user So Beautifully Raw, the Sushi Donut is made with a doughnut mold, cooled sushi rice, and sushi accouterments…

By Mike Newman
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Characters and Their Drink of Choice Infographic

It's hard to watch The Big Lebowski without wanting to whip yourself up a White Russian. There are shows and films where booze is the accessory of choice for one of the characters we love. These guys always make us want to break out the bottle after watching. We charted…

By Tim Jacobsen
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8 Batshit Crazy Beer Events You Have to Attend

When you envision a beer event, what do you see? You likely imagine a tented area with various beer brands and lines of people holding sample glasses. This claustrophobic, crowded atmosphere is what most beer festivals consists of. Don’t get us wrong, you’ll probably get to try some pretty amazing beer.…

By Christopher Osburn
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The 10 Best Rums You’ve Never Heard Of

Rum is synonymous with the Caribbean, but the islands aren’t the only producers in the game. Distillers around the world are creating sugar-based spirits with fantastic results. With unique water sources, weather, and spices, there are plenty of new flavors waiting to be discovered. You might not even know these…

By Colin Joliat
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Amola Flavored Sea Salt

Not garlic. Not sugar. Not crispy fried onion topping. Salt is the most important item in your pantry. And if you're still using a cylinder of Morton's, it's time for a major upgrade. Amola's sea salts will turn boring, bland food into something insanely flavorful. Choose from Bacon Salt (put…

By Mike Newman
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