Peek Inside a Tiny House Turned Bookstore That Is Traveling Across France
Is there anything cuter than a tiny house? The answer is yes, and it’s a tiny bookstore. One pair of teeny home builders just made a structure that’s booking it across France—as a traveling book shop. How novel! The young couple behind tiny house company La Maison Qui Chemine just completed something a little different—a mobile book store.
May 29, 2017
Check Out This Plant-Packed Bedroom Inside the London Eye
Buckingham Palace is usually the U.K.’s most coveted and prestigious address, but earlier this week, TripAdvisor Rentals and Wayfair officially had the Queen beat when they converted a pod inside the London Eye—yes, the world famous ferris wheel that overlooks the Thames River—into a luxury penthouse experience.
May 27, 2017
Stay in Style: 5 Summer Beach Houses I Want to Rent Right Now
How much do you wish you could just snap your fingers right now and escape to a relaxing—but totally Instagram-worthy—beach house? You deserve a vacation, so if the sun and sand are calling to you, it might be worth it to browse some beachy Airbnbs—at the very least, you can daydream, but maybe you’ll wind up planning a trip, too. To get you started, here are some totally dreamy beach houses from all over the United States available for rent right now.
May 24, 2017
LAX Opens a New Terminal—But It’s Only for VIPs
For many travelers, simply hearing the word airport induces instant anxiety. However, if you’re among the well-heeled making your way through LAX, there’s a new luxury terminal for VIP travelers that will definitely provide a welcome respite from the typical airport mayhem. Dubbed “The Private Suite,” the exclusive $22 million terminal opened on May 15. It offers the ultimate service for its posh passengers, who can afford to not be stressed out when they travel.
May 21, 2017
What it Costs to Live in the World’s Highest Penthouse
Think about it: if you had an unlimited budget and could live anywhere in the world, where would you go and what would your dream home be like? For a little taste of opulence, we looked through listings for apartments and penthouses in Burj Khalifa, which stands at 160 stories, making it the world’s tallest building (maybe in your dreams you’re not afraid of heights either?) located in Downtown Dubai.
May 8, 2017
Let’s Fly Away: 10 of the Cheapest International Flight Destinations in May
With summer right around the corner, one of the cheaper times to fly is actually before Memorial Day kick-off weekend, not after. Consider one of these buzz-worthy cities for a quick jaunt and then you can get back to your regularly scheduled programming of pool parties, BBQs, and lazy beach days. Bon voyage!
May 4, 2017
Don’t Risk It: Think Twice Before Sharing Vacation Pics Online
As much as we love spending time on social media, some of the unexpected burdens it brings kind of make us want to log off permanently. Just kidding – that probably won’t ever happen, but while we’re sharing, we shouldn’t allow ourselves to become so blinded by the likes that we stop prioritizing the need to protect ourselves online.
Apr 29, 2017
A Stylish Anti-Theft Backpack (You Can Stop Wearing Yours Backwards Now)
Well, Spring has finally sprung (at least for us here in New York City!) and I know everyone — myself included — is starting to get that warm weather travel bug. There’s nothing quite like a backpack when you’re traveling, and while any loyal Apartment Therapy reader knows that we simply LOVE to talk about luggage, there’s a new kid on the block. Today I’m excited to share Bobby, which I first saw at the New York Now show a few months ago.
Apr 15, 2017
Making a Case for Taking an Extra Day Off at The End of a Vacation
Taking a vacation is a surefire way to get in some serious relaxation time, but what about when you come back from your trip? If your return consists of meandering home from the airport, lugging in your suitcases and trying to get yourself together to go into the office the next day—and just the thought of it is already stressing you out—you might want to consider tacking an extra day off onto the end of your vacation, when you can.
Apr 13, 2017
Los Angeles Now Has a Permanent Hello Kitty Café
Sanrio fans, now you don’t need to head to Asia to sip a latte featuring your favorite cartoon cat (or—sorry—girl). There’s now a Hello Kitty themed café in Southern California. With a lot of pink and even a neon sign of Hello Kitty’s face, the café is located in the Westfield Santa Anita mall in Arcadia, and had its grand opening this weekend. This permanent version comes after a pop up was a huge success in Irvine last summer.
Apr 9, 2017
3 Simple Things Happy Travelers Do Before They Leave for a Trip
Nothing beats the relaxation that comes with taking a much-needed vacation. A trip away from it all—whether you’re headed somewhere warm and beachy or ready to bundle up somewhere colder—can be just the thing you need to help you unwind and de-stress. But there’s one thing that can drag you right back to reality when you return: a messy home.
Mar 28, 2017
The First-Time International Traveler’s Survival Guide
So, you’ve never left the country before, but your sense of wanderlust is strong. Going abroad can feel super intimidating and the process might seem overwhelming, but it’s totally worth it to get to experience the world and finally visit the places you’ve been dreaming about. If you’re a first time international traveler, here’s what you need to know.
Mar 26, 2017
10 of the Cheapest International Destinations to Fly To in April
Need a break from your everyday routine? If you’re thinking about taking a vacation but don’t know where to go—or where is budget-friendly—you’re in luck. There are plenty of international destinations that don’t cost a fortune to fly to, and tons of resources available to help you plan your trip. Here are 10 of the cheapest destinations to fly to in April, and links to blog posts and guides to get you started.
Mar 15, 2017
These Tiny German Homes Are Actually Inside a Wall (And You Can Stay There!)
You don’t have to be a member of the Night’s Watch to defend this wall. With a mere click on Airbnb and $55, this tiny home in Butzbach, Germany’s medieval wall (yes, in the wall!) can be under your care for the night. While there are certainly no shortage of quirky and famous Airbnbs to be had, according to German newspaper, Frankfurter Allgemeine, these particular homes are record-breaking.
Mar 12, 2017
10 of the Cheapest Domestic Destinations to Fly to in April
Feeling like you could use a vacation soon? You’re not alone—we’re daydreaming about travel, too. If you’re thinking about treating yourself to a trip, we’ve got you covered. Here are 10 of the cheapest destinations to fly to in the US in April, and some cool, local things to do while you’re there.
Mar 9, 2017
5 Dutch Design Trends We Want in the USA, ASAP
In an energetic student town one and a half hours outside Amsterdam, where old factories have been converted into artists’ studios, galleries, shops, restaurants and lofts, a fresh generation of designers is envisioning the future of Dutch design. With graduates from both the Design Academy and the University of Technology creating a synergy between design and tech, the focus is forward-thinking, with an eye for reinvention.
Mar 6, 2017
11 Things Every Solo Traveler Should Take With Them
Dreaming of taking your first solo trip? Traveling in general can be an amazing experience, but going it alone can also be incredibly freeing. You can do whatever you want when you want to, and you don’t have to worry about appeasing anyone else with your plans. It can also push you out of your comfort zone and help you grow as a person.
Mar 4, 2017
A New Brewery-Slash-Hotel Will Have In-Shower Beer Fridges
If you’ve been known to indulge in the occasional (or perhaps daily) shower beer, we have a hotel for you. Scottish brewery BrewDog is crowdfunding a new hotel in Ohio that will be right up your alley. The new hotel, called the DogHouse, will be attached to the company’s just-opened Columbus brewery and is set to debut alongside their new sour beer program in Q3 2018.
Mar 4, 2017
Modernism Week’s First-Ever Door Tour Reveals Palm Springs’ Most Instagrammed Spots
The inaugural Palm Springs Door Tour is taking place this week at Palm Springs’ annual mid-century modern lovefest, Modernism Week. If you find yourself asking, why a tour of doors, just search the #doorsofinstagram hashtag on the photo-friendly platform and you’ll see why (there are over 100,000 photos!). Perhaps the most popular door you’ll find on Instagram is “that pink door,” a now-icon of Palm Springs’ Indian Canyons neighborhood.
Feb 22, 2017
Argentina Announced An Awesome Money-Saving Travel Deal
Looking to visit the country of wine, steak, and tango? Argentina announced a travel deal that will save you quite a bit on your stay in the beautiful South American country. Effective as of January 2, all international travelers to Argentina receive a reimbursement on the Value Added Tax (VAT) on all hotel stays and lodging.
Feb 20, 2017
Southwest & Virgin Have Amazing Flight Deals, But You Have to Book Now
Ready for a vacation? If you’re thinking of traveling in the next couple months, today’s the day to book your flights. Both Southwest and Virgin America have some pretty sweet deals going on, but they’re ending soon! There are are over 80 origin cities included in Southwest’s Spring Break sale—from Akron to Wichita—so chances are, there’s one near you.
Feb 2, 2017
Want to Move to Europe? Real Life Advice on How To Make an International Move
Morgan’s dream of living in Europe was a topic even on her first date with her partner Matt. “Matt had never been to Europe before, but it wasn’t long until we booked out first trip together and he caught the travel bug,” writes Morgan. Three years after that first date, Matt got the opportunity to open his company’s European office. And they had a pick of pre-approved countries like Ireland, England, Belgium, Denmark and the Netherlands!
Feb 1, 2017
Airbnb & Pantone Bring the Color of the Year to Life in this Home
Greenery, Pantone’s 2017 Color of the Year, represents our (re)connection to nature. To solidify that (without actually having to sleep outside during, you know, winter), Airbnb has introduced an “Outside In” home in collaboration with Pantone to celebrate this year’s fresh hue.
Jan 25, 2017
This Scenic Cross-Country Train Trek Is More Affordable Than You Think
For many of us, crossing several popular destinations off a travel bucket list in a single trip sounds like the stuff of dreams – or lottery wins. However, if you’re more than ready to live out your wanderlust fantasies and exchange that lotto scratch-off for a train ticket, then we have wonderful news for you: here’s a train trip across the country that costs only $213.
Jan 13, 2017
If You’ve Ever Dreamed of Owning a Dreamy Boutique Hotel, Read This
Tucked away in the gated Ocean Park community in San Juan, The Dreamcatcher guesthouse features nine unique rooms and three suites, each one featuring its own distinct style. And though The Dreamcatcher became a beautiful space organically, co-owners Sylvia and Stephan put in countless hours and hard work, as most major renovation projects require.
Jan 13, 2017
How To Creatively Document Your Trips: Discover Midori Traveler’s Notebooks
When I was in high school, I was hardcore into scrapbooking (nerdy, I know). I loved being able to document memories in a fun and creative way. I considered taking up the hobby again in more recent years, but when I remembered back to how time consuming and exhausting it was to pick up my big mess when I was done, I quickly decided against it.
Jan 11, 2017
No More Travel Envy: 7 Ways to Make a Vacation Happen on a Budget
Sometimes I feel like I can’t log into social media without being launched headfirst into an ocean of travel envy. There’s always at least one friend Snapchatting European museums or idyllic beaches while I’m sitting at home, saving up my pennies and making more plans for my own set of adventures—which in turn tends to lead to extensive research on how to make those sorts of grand adventures more affordable.
Dec 21, 2016
Holiday Traditions from Around the World to Try at Home
We all have our holiday traditions—from special recipes to fun activities, everyone has an interesting take on celebrating, and that’s not just limited to differences between families. Around the world, different countries and cultures have unique and beautiful holiday traditions to learn about.
Dec 20, 2016
Excess Baggage: What to Ditch When Your Bags Are Overweight
You may have packed lightly and organized on the way to your destination, but it never fails: excess baggage follows you home from vacation like a lost puppy. You invested time in finding all those sand dollars, and there was this perfect little gift in the window of the most adorable shop ever, begging to be taken home to Mom. Now, these perfect little gifts laugh mischievously as you stare at your suitcase in dismay. But that’s not the only problem. Your bags are overweight.
Dec 16, 2016
Tiny House Fever Hits the Olympics
Finding a place to crash during the Olympics may not be the easiest task, unless you happen to be part of the games or know someone in the host city who’s willing to let you couch surf for the duration of the festivities. Does either of those scenarios apply to you? If so, congratulations, you lucky son of a gun (and yes, we are totally jealous).
Dec 16, 2016
This Floating Gym Lets You Work Out & Tour Paris at the Same Time
Finding the motivation to hit the gym has to be one of the most exhausting aspects of adulting. We could probably think of a million different ways to make routine workouts more appealing (beginning with the death of all treadmills), but burning calories on the Paris Navigating Gym that’s designed to float down the River Seine sounds like the perfect place to test a revised approach to fitness.
Dec 10, 2016
Extended Stay: 7 Unique Ways to Bring the Vibes from Your Best Vacay Home
It can be jarring, to say the least, returning to reality after a glorious vacation. Whether you spent a week sunning yourself on the white sandy beaches of some tropical isle or shredding the powdery slopes at a ski lodge, holding on to your vacation-mind’s sense of zen can seem hopeless once you have to dive back in to to the daily grind.
Dec 1, 2016
Pack Less When You Travel: How To Do “Laundry” On the Go
The quickest way to overstuff your suitcase? Packing too many clothes. Just because you won’t have access to a washer and dryer or time to visit a laundromat while you’re traveling doesn’t mean you have to pack a new outfit for each day. Doing laundry on the go is actually pretty simple, so long as you pack smart and have the right supplies.
Nov 26, 2016
Airbnb Takes the Tedium Out of Travel with Trips
Airbnb, once just a place to list your apartment or book a room, is becoming a full-circle travel platform. This week, the company announced Trips, an immersive way to plan and enjoy your travel experience. Announced at the opening keynote of their Airbnb Open festival in LA on Friday, Trips is now available as an update to your Airbnb app and is launching with three areas: Homes, Places, and Experiences.
Nov 20, 2016
How To Take a Vacation this Holiday Season (Without Breaking the Bank or Making Your Family Grumpy)
Does the spectacular woman on the right look familiar? We’ve not only toured photographer Kerry Maloney’s colorful and quirky New Orleans French Quarter abode, we’ve marveled over her personal fashion (and costume) style. Kerry and her travel partner, Jessica Fender, have even shared their best pointers for on looking good while on the move.
Nov 18, 2016
Be Prepared: Stress Reducing Tips for Surviving Your Holiday Travels
When Andy Williams (and every other singer who’s ever released a cover of the song) sang “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” he obviously wasn’t thinking about the whole holiday travel thing. Whether you’re flying, driving, or taking a train or a bus, there’s no getting around the fact that sometimes traveling during the holidays just, well… sucks.
Nov 18, 2016
A Destination Christmas: The 10 Best Places to Celebrate the Holidays (Instead of at Your In-Laws)
Sometimes, there’s no beating being home for the holidays: quality time with family and old friends, cozying up into your childhood digs, and, of course, mom’s cooking. But over the years, the downsides of family get-togethers start to become more apparent: being volunteered as the party babysitter, steering your Aunt Marlene away from the eggnog, biting into a bad batch of grandma’s gingerbread cookies… you get the picture.
Nov 2, 2016
7 Easy Ways to Save Money While Staying in a Hotel
Whether you’re traveling across the country or just enjoying a staycation in your own neighborhood, time spent at a hotel can get expensive, fast. Aside from throwing down cash for the room rate, there’s also parking fees, room service, and tips—the list goes on. However there are few things you can do that, added up, will save you a nice chunk of money that can be better spent on more important things (read: margaritas and massages).
Oct 14, 2016
Two Explorers Pursuing a Life in Chicago with Small Riches & Big Adventures
Globe-traveling, curio-collecting, working professionals by day and co-creators of an animated series by night. They’re building a life together rooted in a love of travel and exploration, fueled by intellectual curiosity and creativity. They’re smart and warm and possess Jedi-level cocktail making skills. Here’s life with Mark and Noelle… Mark and Noelle live in a flat in Chicago’s Avondale/Logan Square neighborhood.
Oct 5, 2016
Wait! Don’t Pack That! 6 Things You Really Don’t Need on Vacation
As a travel lover (and chronic over-packer), I’ve researched and prepared for many trips—from weekend getaways to months abroad—only to get so frustrated with myself when I realize (usually mid-trip) that I definitely didn’t need to bring that third pair of heels. Here are six things to ditch while packing for your trip. Think of it as the Kon-Mari method for your suitcase.
Sep 22, 2016
Plan Your (Day)Dream Getaway: 6 Destinations Perfect for a Late Summer Vacation
With Labor Day come and gone (it always happens so fast, doesn’t it?) we can’t help but feel those end-of-summer blues. But just because school’s back in session, that doesn’t mean the rest of us can’t jet off to enjoy those last fleeting warm days. Choose your location wisely, and you could avoid high-season crowds and overpriced hotels, all while soaking in those late summer days.
Sep 11, 2016
Working it Out: How To Actually Enjoy Business Travel
When done for pleasure, travel is almost always fun and exciting. After all, you get to see brand new places, try out new cuisines and maybe even relax a little. Business travel, however, feels a lot more like, well… work. Traveling for business purposes is fairly common in the U.S.: The Bureau of Transportation Statistics says that Americans rack up more than 405 million long-distance trips for business each year.
Aug 29, 2016
6 Travel Destinations that Will Inspire Your Decorating
Ahh summer vacations. We never want them to end. One of the highlights of returning home, however, is being able to infuse your space with some of those unforgettable memories. I’m a big fan of collecting travel treasures, but another way you can keep the vacation vibes going all year long is by allowing the local flavor of the destination itself to inspire your décor.
Aug 26, 2016
The Most Popular National Parks and When to Visit Them
It’s entirely possible I coordinate my summers around when and which national parks I can visit. I’m pretty sure I owe this moderate obsession with America’s coolest outdoor spaces to the brainwashing I received as a child (thanks, Dad), but because today is the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service, a little extra national park love is definitely in order.
Aug 25, 2016
Study Abroad for Grown-Ups: The Surprisingly Affordable Way 3 Women Took Their Offices Global This Year
There’s a common realization many remote workers are having, likely while sitting in front of a computer at home still in their PJs (I speak from experience). It goes a little something like this: “Hey, wait a minute… I don’t have to work from home. I could actually work from anywhere.
Aug 23, 2016
7 Reasons It’s Not Too Late for a Summer Vacation
Summer is slowly coming to an end, which means it’s time to get serious about crossing things off your summer bucket list. If you haven’t already taken a summer vacation, make that a top priority. Yes, sunshine-drenched days at the beach and lounging by the pool sipping margaritas are limited, but there’s still plenty of time to plan an epic end-of-summer getaway. Here are seven reasons why now is actually the perfect time to indulge in a delicious summer vacation.
Aug 17, 2016
Sleep in Leo’s Bed & Crash with the Obamas: 7 Celebrity Homes You Can Actually Rent
What better way to truly break away from your everyday routine than spending your next vacation at the home of a celebrity? On top of A-list amenities like cocktail bars, tennis courts and private beaches, you also get the added bonus of saying you slept in Leonardo DiCaprio’s bed (without looking completely crazy).
Aug 12, 2016
A Short Guide to Traveling Light: 5 Rules to Help You Pack Less
The best rehab for an overpacker is a strict set of rules. They’re a little tough and ruthless, don’t get me wrong, but I promise there’s an inverse relationship between how little you can pack and how much fun you’ll have. Mix it up with tees, blouses and tanks, but limit yourself to packing only one per day of the trip. You can still switch it up between pieces from day to night, just give your things time to breathe in between.
Aug 11, 2016
For Lighthouse Lovers Only: Options for (Temporarily) Living Out Your Fantasies
I’ve spent far too much time telling anyone who will listen that my two goals this summer are: one, buy a variety of visors. And two, hang out around some lighthouses. I’m well on my way to knocking goal number one out of the park, but had to do a little more research to make my lighthouse dream a reality. If you’ve also been pining for a long stroll on a beach in a J.
Aug 10, 2016
Travel Time Capsule: Two Single Moms Make a Getaway to the Dirty Dancing Resort
In the mid 1970s my mother and her best friend, Emily, took me, my brother, and Emily’s daughter on vacation. They were two single moms exploring the world and trying to find a relaxing vacation with restless children. Years later, I discovered that Emily wrote down the events of the trip and I LOVED it. Below is her lighthearted account of what it was like to visit Grossingers, an iconic Catskills retreat for decades, catering to Jewish clientele from New York City.
Aug 8, 2016
Curious What It’s Like To Live in a Tiny House? Here Are Nine You Can “Test Drive”
If you’ve ever wanted to test drive living in a tiny home before taking the leap, these rentals will give you a real-life taste of that little house life. Stay for just a couple nights to enjoy the charms of a well-designed small space, or rent one out for a few weeks to see how you fare once the cuteness factor wears off (I don’t believe it, but I heard this happens). A cliffside cabin, a mini ski chalet, and an adobe dome top our list of tiny homes with inspiring designs.
Aug 4, 2016
Go Ahead, Take the Long Way: Takeaways From an Epic Family Road Trip
Every year, around this time, my family and I take a trip from Minneapolis to Seattle. My husband and I first went when I was pregnant with our daughter. For our next two trips it was just the three of us. The following year the three of us were jointed by her little brother, in my belly. And now the four of us have been together twice. The reoccurring theme? Rushing!
Jul 27, 2016
Have a Middle-Finger-Free Ride: 16 Tips for Road Trippers Who Don’t Drive a Lot
Road trips are a great way to get out of town on the cheap, and record numbers of people are hitting the road on vacation this summer. But before you hop on the subway to pick up your rental car, it’s a smart idea to brush up on both driver’s ed and driver’s etiquette so you can be summer road trip savvy. It boils down to two things.
Jul 24, 2016
Living in a Treehouse: 7 Places That Fulfill Your Childhood Dream
As kids, most of us relished the thought of a treehouse hideaway, where we could escape from chores and parents and live in nature Huckleberry Finn-style. Now that we’re adults, there are Airbnbs, luxury tree hotels, and back-to-basics tree homes that make this dream a reality. Sometimes being a grown-up is seriously awesome. You may not be able to live in this treehouse, but you can get married in it.
Jul 3, 2016
Vacationing on a Budget? Avoid This One Travel Habit that’s Bad for Your Wallet
You can set airfare alerts and AirBNB your heart out. But a “budget” vacation can get financially out of hand fast if you’re not careful about how much you spend. When you plan an afternoon at the shops the same way you might plan a museum visit or a day at the beach, you’re shopping just for the sake of shopping. And it’s the worst thing you can do if you’re trying to save money while traveling.
Jul 1, 2016
5 Travel Essentials I Always Forget to Pack (And Hereby Vow Never to Overlook Again)
I’ve gotten to be a savvy enough packer that before I take a trip, I write a list of what I need to bring with me to my destination. Bathing suit? Check. Something to sleep in? Got it. Bridesmaid dress? Uhhh… right over here. (Thank god I wrote that one down – true story.) All the necessary things make it on to the list.
Jul 1, 2016
Before & After: This Guy Converted an Old Cargo Van into a Tiny Mobile Apartment
Zach is an all-around creative sort of guy —photographer, filmmaker, art director. Wanting to travel in search of stories to tell, he brought his considerable talent to bear on an old cargo van, making it into a super stylish mobile apartment and studio. He’s now driving around the country, doing freelance work and following his dreams. Zach stripped the van and built it back up with solar panels, working electric, and even a fridge.
Jul 1, 2016
Hidden Costs: 10 Travel Expenses You Haven’t Thought Of
When I’m planning a trip, the main financial factor I consider is the cost of the actual traveling, whether it’s by plane, train, bus or car. Airfare and lodging especially can be overwhelmingly expensive, so it’s tempting to consider these the true price of the travel, but there are so many other costs that can creep up on you. In addition to wages lost if you don’t get paid time off, here are ten expenses that can surprise you on even the thriftiest of vacations.
Jun 29, 2016
The Art of the Weekender Bag: 9 Secrets to Packing Light
Now that travel season is finally here, it’s time to pull out your weekender bag and refresh your getaway gear. Last year, I was like most New Yorkers—who live in one of the world’s most fabulous cities, but who are absolutely itching to get off the grid the second it’s summer—and tried to book as many weekends away as possible.
Jun 10, 2016
Beyond the Bookstore: How 21 Frequent Flyers Beat Airport Boredom
They soar among us: cheery travelers for whom the airport is not a soul-crushing penitentiary. Footloose vagabonds who shun nonstop trips and relish the void between connecting flights. Clear-eyed passengers who gaze up at the departure screen, see a five-hour delay and think, This could be fun! We talked to 21 of them to learn how exactly they pass—and enjoy—the time.
Jun 9, 2016
There’s an Airbnb for Seniors Meant to Keep People Connected
The sharing economy isn’t just for the young. The Freebird Club is an Airbnb-like service that connects traveling seniors with seniors who have spare rooms. There are a few notable differences between Airbnb and Ireland-based Freebird Club: mostly, that the host always stays (the idea is to foster connections); and it’s members-only, so the over-50 pay a fee to join and use the service. Freebird Club makes it easier for seniors to travel, knowing they won’t be in a place alone.
Jun 3, 2016
Way Beyond Lanyards & S’Mores: Adult Camps for Creatives and Crafters
If the idea of spending your vacation making a leather belt, block printing your own table runner or weaving a modern floral crown, appeals to you more than sightseeing or sunbathing, a crafting retreat might be just the vacation you need.
Jun 1, 2016
7 Things You 100% Don’t Need to Pack (So Take It Out of Your Bag Right Now)
Raise your hand if you have a problem packing light. Ok, yeah, so… everybody ought to run down this brief un-packing list before their next trip. Your goal might be making more room in the suitcase, but the real advantage to learning to pack light is ensuring a stress-free journey every step of the way. Less stuff equals less weight to carry, fewer things to keep track of, and fewer choices to make when you get dressed in the morning.
Apr 19, 2016
Around the World in 80 Seconds: Inside Our Favorite International House Tours
If you don’t have 80 days to spare, you probably at least have 80 seconds. That’s all the time you’ll need to scroll through this post– a showcase of nine of my favorite international homes from our Apartment Therapy House tours. See anything you love? Click on the titles below to see the full tour for each of these beautiful, international homes.
Apr 3, 2016
3 Design Destinations in Stockholm, Sweden
I’m writing this post on a Sunday evening, having just returned from a four-day trip to Stockholm. It was my first visit to the Swedish capital and, as is my wont, I aimed to fill my short time in the city with design-centric museums, galleries, and attractions. In this major center for Scandinavian style, it wasn’t difficult. If you’ve got a jaunt to this fascinating town in your future, read on for three ideas on how to fill your time there.
Oct 26, 2015
The First 5 Things You Should Do After You Move to a New City
Getting to know the lay of the land in a new place isn't so hard, if you know what to do and where to look.
Oct 5, 2015
Get off the Beaten Path with Atlas Obscura’s Travel Guides
If you’re up for getting down with offbeat destinations on your late summer road trips (abandoned asylums! A ventriloquism museum! Ghost towns! A house made of newspaper! The world’s largest six pack!…of beer), check out Atlas Obscura, a gem of a resource for discovering the curious and the wondrous. Atlas Obscura is a collaborative online travel guide celebrating hidden and lesser-known treasures, and their motto is that something worth exploring exists around every corner.
Aug 18, 2015
How To Make a Summer Rental Feel Like Home
Part of the glory of vacation is staying in a whole new place, full of new sights, sounds, smells, tastes, and experiences. However, sometimes a vacation home can feel a bit too new and unknown: what was that noise, where’s that weird smell coming from, and where is everything – I can’t find anything?!? Here are 10 ways to make your summer home-away-from-home feel homey.
Jul 8, 2015
Turn Any Regular Weekend Into a Refreshing Mini Vacation: 5 Ideas
Bracing yourself against the waves of envious, exotic trips that will be flooding your Instagram feed now that summer’s almost here? Whether you’ve got your own exciting vacation coming up or you have to stay closer to home this summer, you don’t have to take off time from work to unwind. Use these quick tips to make any weekend feel like a mini vacation.
Jun 20, 2015
Would You (Did You?) Honeymoon At Home?
We’ve discussed staycations many times, and lauded them as great ways to both save money on hotels and travel and get to feel like tourists in our own city. But what about honeymooning at home? Could a week off from work, perhaps with a housekeeper, lounging about and/or doing all the things you always wish you had time for (both on the town and at home, heh-heh) be the sweetest honeymoon? Has anyone done this?
Jun 2, 2015
Don’t Forget to Do These Things Before Leaving on Vacation
Vacation season is finally here! You know to make travel plans and pack (that’s the fun part!), but don’t forget to do these things around your home that will keep it clean, protected and even conserve some energy while you’re gone. • Change the sheets — When you come home from your trip exhausted, nothing will make you happier to be home than falling into a fresh bed.
May 14, 2015
Get More Out of Vacation: 4 Promises to Make Before Your Next Trip
Whether your next vacation is in a foreign place with lots of exotic plans or somewhere a little closer to your own backyard, before you leave for your next trip, consider making these four promises to yourself. You just might find yourself not only enjoying your vacation more, but getting more out of it, too. For your next trip, promise that you… This is a tough one (and one that I fail at miserably). This could be your first and last time in _______ city, right?
May 13, 2015