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The Alps Beyond Ski Season: An Epic Fall Road Trip Through Italy and Switzerland

The Alps Beyond Ski Season: An Epic Fall Road Trip Through Italy and Switzerland

Two lesser-known Alpine destinations. Two very different takes on the year-round après-ski lifestyle.

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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

Our favorite places to stay, eat, drink, explore, and linger in one of Mexico's most captivating beach towns.

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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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The Secret to Perfectly Messy Hair

The perfect balance of polished and undone, without the crunch, grease, or obvious effort.

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

The Cool Material 2026 Fall Style Guide
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The Cool Material 2026 Fall Style Guide

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My Blind Date With Victoria at the Presidents Cup
My Blind Date With Victoria at the Presidents Cup
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My Blind Date With Victoria at the Presidents Cup

Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide
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Cool Destination: The Ultimate Puerto Vallarta Guide

This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000
This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000
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This Los Angeles-Based Microbrand Makes the Best Tool Watch Under $1,000

Cool Party: Our End of Summer Hosting Guide
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Cool Party: Our End of Summer Hosting Guide

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

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The Beatles Rock Band Guitars

In anticipation of the greatest band joining in the music game phenomenon, we've got our eyes on the latest in plastic instruments, the Beatles Rock Band guitars. In addition to being able to perform Beatles songs for the first time in a game, you'll play John Lennon's signature Rickenbacker 325…

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iHome iP1 iPhone Audio System

You expect accessories for the iPhone to be sleek, but this system blows those expectations out of the water. The clear lucite panel shows off the 4” honeycomb woofers and 1” silk dome tweeters that deliver great clear sound. The iP1 iPhone Audio System even includes a component/composite video out…

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Nixon Volta Analog Watch

The Nixon Volta PU watch walks the fine line between classic style and modern industrial strength. The brushed steel and round face come together to give this men's watch a very strong appeal. But it's the black corrugated rubber strap right yellow numerals set on gray really set it apart…

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Square Graffiti Cufflinks

When it comes to occasions that require dressing up, men's fashion doesn't exactly lend to expressing your individuality. But when you have to dress like a penguin, at least your cufflinks can show a bit of your color. Designed by college buddies, Ken Leung and Dana Chin, Square Graffiti Cufflinks…

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Filigree Skull Money Box

Porcelain and lace don't have to be just for chicks. The Filigree Skull Money Box made from bone white porcelain encourages you to save money by spending it. You'd have to smash this creative piece of artwork to get at the stash of change inside, forcing you to ultimately decide…

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