Field Notes

A new generation of determined Madrileños are reshaping the Spanish capital and we have the intel on how to make the most of a long weekend in a city where the clock ticks to a different beat.

Whether your idea of self-care is an up-at-dawn hike, a bracing dip in a hot spring, or a deep tissue massage, these resorts, spas, retreats and tours are up to the challenge of chilling you out.

We've collected a few simple tips to make both your long haul and puddle jump travel a little more healthy and happy—even when you’re dealing with holdups, lost luggage, and cramped cabins.

As vineyard visiting season kicks off, we’ve gathered the intel on some lesser-known vineyard destinations, all of which promise a unique (and uniquely delicious) new wine-tasting experience. Bonus: if you’re traveling with a partner who doesn’t live for discovering new varietals, each of these destinations is also an amazing vacation spot all on its own.

We get the first word on tons of new apps, and by and large, there aren’t many that are truly worth the space and data drain. Recently, however, a few inarguably useful apps have swum to the surface, earning a coveted—if transient—place in our hearts and on our screens.

There’s nothing more satisfying than exploring under-the-radar destinations and hotspots before they become touristed into oblivion. But after hopping the globe and hitting every known continent—barring the icy cold one—it’s time to level up. Next stop? We’re thinking infinity and beyond. And we aren’t the only ones…

In honor of our fellow travelers who yearn for a casual eatery while on the road—we've collected our favorites from around the world.