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The Nike Chapter of My Summer Story
By Lanny Fuller
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The Hotel Redefining Charleston Charm

By Cool Material
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How This Cryptic Vinegar Estate in Germany Sparked My Cocktail Shrub Era

A candlelit vinegar cellar in rural Germany, a bizarre tasting tour, and the unexpected trip that turned me into a homemade cocktail shrub evangelist.

By Brandon Withrow
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The Luxury Lover’s Guide to Puerto Vallarta

This coastal Jalisco town has long attracted artists, celebrities, and discerning travelers. Here's how to do it right.

By Cool Material
Travel
Skylodge Adventure Suites

As much we love the noise, ambiance and character that you'll only get staying in the heart of town, there's something to be said for the completely disconnected experience you'll only get at a great off-the-grid Airbnb rental. We've covered plenty of great options in the past, but few can…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Matthew McConaughey X Wild Turkey Australian Whiskey Cabin

Matthew McConaughey being named Wild Turkey Creative Director was certainly alright, alright, alright on a number of levels, but we would be the first to admit we weren't quite sure exactly how that was going to pan out of the actor and the whiskey brand. As part of their "With…

By Cooper Fleishman
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Travel
This Haunted House Will Pay You $20k If You Finish It

That's right. $20K in your pocket... if you finish. To date, no one has finished. And it's not some quick walkthrough where you can close your eyes through most of it while holding hands with your friend. This one is 8-10 hours long, and you go solo. Sans friends, sans…

By Amos Kwon
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Transportation
Varialift Solar-Powered Airships

Ask a Millennial what a dirigible is, and you'll get a seriously blank look. Those of us old enough to appreciate the Goodyear Blimp (not the Hindenburg) have fond memories of them slowly air-lumbering around football stadiums. Well, their heyday might not be over quite yet if Varialift has anything…

By Amos Kwon
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Outdoors
Autocamp Lets You Explore Yosemite While Still Having All the Comforts of Home

Don't get us wrong, we're all for disconnecting and going off grid for a weekend of adventuring and hiking in the great outdoors. But at the same time, having access to all the modern creature comforts we've grown accustomed to--not having to pack, carry or assemble a tent is also…

By Cooper Fleishman
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