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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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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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The Double Shot is a Coffee and Espresso Mug in One

Brewing a cup of coffee to start the morning is a given, but when we need a quick jolt in the afternoon, we turn to a shot of espresso. Instead of taking up precious cabinet space with a few mugs and espresso cups, let this guy pull double duty. Flip…

By Mike Newman
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The uKeg Keeps Beer Fresh

Popping the top on your growler is like lighting the fuse to a bomb: in a couple days, you'll be left with a flat brew you'll have to drain pour while tears roll down your face. Your stylish solution is the uKeg. Thanks to the CO2 regulator cap, pressure gauge,…

By Mike Newman
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Stallhagen 1843 Is a Recreation of a Beer from the 1800s

Back in the summer of 2010, five bottles of preserved beer were found upon a sunken ship in the Åland archipelago. The bottles dated back to the early 1800s and offered a glimpse into what beer was like long before American craft brewers were playing around with experimental hops. Now, after…

By Mike Newman
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The Neat Ice Kit Makes Perfect Ice For All Your Cocktails

It's hard to recreate a great cocktail at home, and it's not just because making your own specialty bitters is tough, it's simple things like getting the ice right. While you can study up on making bitters and having the right booze, let the Neat Ice Kit handle the ice.…

By Mike Newman
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Goods: Kitchen Gadgets You Never Knew You Needed

Sure you’ve got a chef’s knife, a cutting board, and other kitchen staples, but for the man who wants a well-rounded kitchen, there are some unusual gadgets to consider adding to your arsenal. Luckily, if you have Membership Rewards® from American Express, you can use the points you earn to…

By Mike Newman
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