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Puerto Vallarta Beyond the Beach: A Journey Through Art & Culture
By Lola Méndez
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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.

By Cool Material
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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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Inside the 35th Kentucky Bourbon Festival

Bourbon has never been bigger. And somehow, it still has secrets.

By Lanny Fuller
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30 Sandwiches Worth Traveling For

The humble sandwich is truly the great equalizer. All you need is two slices of bread and some meat, cheese, and/or veggies to put in between. No matter your culinary skills, anyone can make a sandwich. But, as any true sandwich connoisseur would know, it takes something special to elevate…

By John A. Paradiso
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How to Buy a Private Island

In a purely hypothetical context, private islands are an extremely attractive idea. When you own one, you join the likes of Leonardo DiCaprio, Marlon Brando, George Clooney, and Gene Hackman. You reign supreme over your personal kingdom, free from the interference of meddlesome neighbors, able to escape to paradise at…

By Dillon McLaughlin
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Todd Snyder’s Latest Design Project? 20 Bungalows in Maine

After Todd Snyder partnered with L.L. Bean, we could all see that the two American brands had created something special. Imagine my delight to know that Snyder has made his way back to the Pine State for a new project. This time, it was designing the interiors for twenty one-bedroom…

By Brett Braley
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How to Keep Your Secret Objects a Secret While Traveling

TROVA. The physical storage device that prevents inappropriate audiences from accessing jewelry, vapes, prescription/recreational drugs or other private items that require a certain level of… let's call it discretion.  It's perfect for larger pockets, backpacks, or vacation carry-on. And because the sleek design mimics a hard drive or battery, only…

By Pat McLaughlin
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22 Actually Cool Things to Do in Summer 2022

Ah, summer. The days are longer. The cold drinks are flowing. And there's finally time for that big trip you've been wanting to take. While summertime can't always deliver on those grand adventures you've been craving, there's usually at least a little bit of time for rest and relaxation. Or…

By John A. Paradiso
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