Wes Anderson’s Cygnus carriage
A bookable, fanciful train with several day trip options in England. (The short video showing a few bits of the inlaid wood creation is quite lovely.)
Crowded National Parks
I'm glad the parks are getting visitors, but maybe we need more of them... (The photos and videos for this article illustrate the overcrowding quite well.)
Yonder Escalante
Airstreams, modern mini cabins, a drive-in, general store, pool, campfire storytelling. Southern Utah. Adding the the big list of places I would enjoy visiting.
Los Angeles studio of Corita Kent designated historic cultural landmark
Glad it wasn't razed for a parking lot. Another thing to add to the list of places I would very much love to visit.
Light Pollution Map
Paul Bausch has the right idea. Plan a camping trip based on this map.
Yardi Gras
I dig the Free Tours by Foot channel. I didn't know they were reporting the adjusted Mardi Gras this year.
Trollstigen Visitor Centre by Reiulf Ramstad Arkitekter
A destination in Norway added to my bucket list / via Things to Click
Virtual Tour Of New Orleans’ Garden District
What a great way to feel slightly human than by enjoying a nicely put together walking tour.
The Dwelling
Beautiful space to rent for a getaway up in the Amish Country outside of Cleveland. / via Nick
Rick Steves’ The Story of Fascism
To watch
Edge Sky Deck
Pretty sure this is NOT going on my todo list next time I'm in NYC.
Focus / Yoshino Retreat
An annual retreat hosted by Craig Mod and Jan Chipchase, will take place in Yoshino, Nara Prefecture, deep in timber country, shouldered by pine and cedar forests and rolling mountains dotted by ancient hot springs. Applications are open
Japan 2016
Four years ago I did a tour of Japan, these are some of the photos. It was wonderful to reflect on the experience and put it together on Exposure. They keep making this photo story tool better and better.
The Nature of Color: Exhibition
American Museum of Natural History (NYC) / adding to list if I get back there.
Popeye Village Malta
I saw the movie Popeye at age 9. (I thought it was magical back then.) I always thought it would be fun to go to the place it was filmed. I guess you still can? / via @ADuralde
Sonder
Hmmm. So it's like corporate AirBnB? I'll report back how this experience goes!
The Best Trip I’ve Ever Taken — Phil Armstrong
I love when Phil posts to his blog.
Positano
I saw a few videos of this Italian seaside village on the TikTok and I'm filing it away as it looks beautiful (and stacked). File under: ToGo
The World’s 100 Greatest Places of 2019
Oooo boy. This is a good list!
Vacation with an Artist
YES TO THIS / via SwissMiss
A 13,235-Mile Road Trip for 70-Degree Weather
This year-long journey across the U.S. keeps you at consistent high temperatures. (Note: I think I would prefer a trip that was more about 60 degree weather) / via Thor
Vertoe Luggage Storage
Stash your bags when traveling (limited US cities for now)
Outdoorsy
AirBNB for campervans and RVs
Flighty
A new (iOS) app for tracking flights
On the Grid : City guides by local creatives
Well designed information for locales
What it’s really like to travel the world in a camper van
I say, live life without a hashtag.
Vintage VW Bus and Van Rentals
Saving this for later
Providence Canyon State Outdoor Recreation Area
My friend Katherine was just here and sent a photo that was amazing. Putting it on my list for my next trip to Georgia.
The TWA Hotel at JFK
has a font. (Also? I very much want to stay here)
Discover the Mekong through colorful illustrations
A journey from Cambodia to Vietnam illustrated by Christoph Niemann. Lovely
Buffalo: America’s Warmest Cold City
My sister lives in Buffalo, I want to go there for all new reasons now!
Toyota Rent a Car
Want to save a really good amount of money when renting a car while traveling? Rent directly from Toyota. Lifehack via Grace Dobush
Hot Poster Gossip: ThoughtMatter Edition
I'm digging deep into posters for activism if you haven't noticed. Poster House opens 2019 in NYC. I want to go to there. /via Thor
Airbnb Plus
Verified homes for style, comfort and amenities
Windows of San Francisco
features views from 100 different windows around the city. LOVE THIS / via Swiss-Miss
Scott’s Cheap Flights
Just heard this service is really, really, really inexpensive for travels who can go somewhere exotic in short notice.
Photos of All 59 U.S. National Parks
I think I need to add a life goal to visit each and every one
Inside New York’s little-known graphic design gem, The Herb Lubalin Study Center for Typography | 6sqft
Want to go to there
Penland School of Crafts
Another place on my tovisit list thanks to DJ & Megan's trip
Knife and Fork Restaurant
DJ said this was one of the best meals he's had, hiking nearby, overall beautiful. Filing undo todo
Pack Up + Go | A Surprise Travel Agency
Pack Up + Go plans 3-day weekend trips around the United States. All you have to do is tell us your budget and fill out a quick survey. We'll take care of your travel + accommodation arrangements - all while keeping your destination a surprise. (neat!)
The Perfect Three-day Weekend in Cincinnati
I like this list from Travel + Leisure, but I'd say one should visit the American Sign Museum, go atop Carew Tower for the view and try and hit up Jungle Jims to shop a grocery store like no other.
KLM iFly 50
Nice tour of 50 fantastic vacation destinations
Brand New: New Logo and Identity for Bhutan
This just reminds me of a life goal... Visit Bhutan. Because I want to visit a culture that wants to build an economy on Gross National Happiness.
On the Grid : Neighborhood guides
I've likely linked this up before, but they've many more cities now. Super well done without being overwhelming.
Small Cheval
A menu with 3 food choices is my kind of menu. (They have lots of drinks though). Placed in my Chicago "todo" file.
How to Really Drive Across the U.S. Hitting Major Landmarks
A refined path across the US. Superfun.
A Couple’s Incredible 550,000-Mile Odyssey Through 177 Countries Over 26 Years.
I want to remember this couple for when folks ask me about inspiration.
Virgin America – Welcome to the new VirginAmerica.com
Tour of the new and excellent flight site. / via Yewknee
Welcome to the new VirginAmerica.com
Tour of the new and excellent flight site. / via Yewknee
Oregonians in Oregon
Aaron Rayburn goes deep, snaps photos along the way, and makes me wish I would spend more time there!
Hidden Gems of San Francisco
The Bold Italic makes a list. / via LaughingSquid
Mike Matas – One week in Japan
Really dig this "video" comprised of (thousands?) of still photos. Beautiful stuff.
MOVE
44 days, 11 countries, 18 flights, 38 thousand miles. A short movie. / via towleroad
The Type Truck, real movable type
This mobile letterpress studio is traveling across the country and the whole notion is dreamy. (Coming to Oxford Ohio and likely your neck of the woods).
Morocco and Spain in two minutes
by Mike Matas
The Big Gay Ice Cream Truck
Come spring, I hope to grab a treat from here. / via wonderland
Panasonic Lumix GF1 Field Test : 16 Days in the Himalayas
Review and travelogue. Phenomenal in every way (camera included, via Daring Fireball)
The Fantastic Mr. Fox and Friends in the Bergdorf Holiday Windows
Man, I was just in NYC and I want to go back. These windows, that Burton exhibition at the MoMA...
Ace Hotel
Sweet hotels in New York City, Palm Springs, Portland and Seattle (I'm making note for maybe some day staying at one of these joints)