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Friends sharing a meal while camping by a lake

Make your next camping cookout epic with the best mobile kitchens

Pack everything and the kitchen sink for your next camping trip. Check out our favorite mobile camp kitchens to whip up gourmet meals in a snap.
Best Luxurious Log Cabin Vacation Rentals

8 luxurious cabin rentals that are perfect for a rustic getaway

These luxury cabin rentals are the swankiest log cabin rentals in North America with incomparable amenities, epic surroundings, and modern architecture.
Ride snowboard air feature

Burton, The North Face, and more: Upgrade your winter gear closet with the world’s best snowboarding brands

Field-tested and approved, there are our top picks for the world’s best snowboarding brands for shredding fresh powder or groomed slopes in style this season.
YouTuber DualEx's Mercedes Sprinter conversion campervan driving through a park.

Van life inspo: This $10K Mercedes Sprinter camper van conversion has security cams, a bathroom, and much more

Want to live out your van life dreams? Camper van conversions don't have to cost a fortune — check out how this van lifer customized his Mercedes Sprinter.
Man working on a motorcycle

Get up to speed with our comprehensive dictionary of motorcycle slang

Motorcycling has its own vocabulary and lingo. This ever-expanding cheat sheet of motorcycle slang will help newbies sound like veteran riders in no time.
Volkswagen California campervan concept setup at camp with sleeper top open.

Van life might just make a comeback with electric vehicles and tech-forward concepts

Europe’s automakers are working to ditch traditional gas-powered van models for cleaner, electric-powered alternatives with a lot more tech features baked in.
People on a mountain with ski gear

These are the best ski brands on the market for the upcoming season

Is there such a thing as too many skis? In a market offering so many options, it's hard to know where to start, but the right ski brand is a must.
Young man hiking through the mountains.

How to layer outdoor clothing like a pro, according to a U.S. Special Operations Forces survival expert

Survival expert John Barklow was handpicked by the U.S. military to develop this field-tested, eight-piece system to help you survive almost any situation.

Ski the dream at one of the 10 biggest ski resorts in the world

These are the biggest ski resorts in the world and offer so much more than just skiing. Are you ready to hit the slopes?
Aerial view of a couple relaxing on an outdoor blanket beside an Airstream Interstate 19X Touring Coach.

This new Airstream touring coach is about the size of an F-150 – and starts at nearly $200k

Like its big brother, the Interstate 24X, Airstream's ultra-compact 19X is a rugged van life rig built for serious, go-anywhere exploration.
Red pickup truck towing Winnebago Access travel trailer down the road.

Winnebago’s new Access travel trailer is insanely cheap yet surprisingly full-featured

The Access has the essentials and creature comforts of travel trailers twice its price. Yet, at under $30K, it's one of Winnebago's most affordable RVs ever.
Shamrock House

These haunted vacation rentals are actually worthy of Halloween

Renting a haunted vacation home for a Halloween getaway might just be the best way to celebrate the scary season (or any season).
Aerial shot of the Airstream Trade Wind Travel Trailer.

Airstream Trade Wind travel trailer has an insane solar capacity and battery bank to go truly off-grid

With the largest battery bank, the highest solar capacity, and the most capable inverter/charger, it’s Airstream's most off-road-ready travel trailer ever.
Clouds surrounding a mountain in Alaska

More people disappear in the Alaska Triangle than anywhere else

Since 1988, over 16,000 souls — including airplane passengers, hikers, locals, and tourists — have disappeared within the Alaska Triangle. But why?
Someone packing their suitcase for a trip.

Make travel easy: The best packing apps for every type of traveler

There's an app for everything, and they have come up with the best packing apps, so you don't have to cry while putting things randomly into your suitcase.
Man backcountry skiing

How you can get started with backcountry skiing, gear, and avalanche safety this winter

Now's the time to start learning some essential backcountry skiing skills and putting together your kit with a new set of tools and the right mindset.
Small family relaxing outdoors with a Boreas Campers EOS-12 camper trailer.

Is this the perfect off-road camper? Boreas Campers thinks the new EOS-12 is the holy grail

The all-new 2023 EOS-12 is angling to be one off-grid camper to rule them all.
Wild bushfires burning in Tasmania, Australia.

Time to wake up: Climate change gave us our hottest summer ever and the Earth is in meltdown, U.N. says

Climate change is real. We just experienced the hottest summer on record, and scientists say our climate is breaking down.
Person skiing down the slope in a blue jacket and a ski helmet

Ski tips for beginners: 13 essential things to know

We answer the tough questions for first-time skiers: What clothes to pack, which gear to buy, and how to transport it all to the mountain.
A man climbing a ladder to set up a rooftop tent on top of his vehicle in the campsite.

Here are 7 reasons why you should not buy a rooftop tent

Rooftop tents look cool and all. But don't get too hyped, for we've listed the top seven reasons why you should not buy a rooftop tent.
Denver Colorado

Denver travel guide: Where to stay, what to eat, and more

Explore Denver, Colorado, like a tourist: Stay in a hotel, eat at new restaurants, and see all those must-see attractions that you still haven't seen.
Close-up of large black bison starting at camera from a grassy field

In Yellowstone National Park, one woman was sent running after yet another too-close encounter with a bison

In Yellowstone National Park, one woman decided to get way-too-close to a wild bison, just to get a picture - and quickly learned why you should never do that.
Silhouette of a hiker standing on top of a mountain with a bright orange sky in the background.

Brace your body and mind for the most challenging (and rewarding) hiking spots in the U.S.

Chilling at home is good, but few things are more rewarding than traversing the country's most physically challenging hikes.
bikepacking bicycle gear

A beginner’s guide to bikepacking: How and what to pack for your first overnight on two wheels

Planning a bikepacking trip? From the right bike to the best tent to a solid storage system (and how to pack it), here's everything you need to know.
Closeup of a red tick and water droplets on a blade of grass.

Kiss insect bites goodbye: Why insect-repellent clothing is the best thing since, well, insect repellent

Insect repellent does a good job of preventing insect bites, but can clothing work better?
Red Toyota Tacoma towing an Airstream Basecamp throw a grassy field.

Travel trailer showdown: The best Airstream, Jayco, Winnebago, and Casita travel trailers you can buy today

Travel trailers are a great way to get out and explore the country, and these are the best options from Jayco, Airstream, and Winnebago.
White campervan driving a dusty road in a hot desert landscape.

Climate change is seriously affecting RV travel, and 30% have changed plans due to excessive heat

RV travel is nostalgic and timeless, but a recent survey reveals climate change is affecting how people travel and where they go.
Skier heading downhill at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, with the sun and aerial tram in the background.

Jackson Hole Mountain Resort owners sell to local families, keeping resort hyper-local indefinitely

Jackson Hole's owners decided to sell shares to local families, almost ensuring no big resort conglomerate will ever get its hands on the property.
Cheerful traveler lying on a mattress in a tent.

Make ‘roughing it’ a little less rough with these tips for sleeping in a tent comfortably while camping

Sleeping comfortably in a tent requires preparation, the right outdoor gear, and a dash of compromise. These are our favorite, field-tested tips.
Red-headed ax buried into a tree stump next to a blue coffee mug in the outdoors.

Backcountry brew: How to make cowboy coffee that doesn’t suck

When made right, cowboy coffee tastes just as good as any drip- or pour-over-style coffee you make at home. Here’s how.
Kayaker paddling an inflatable kayak with a floating cooler in tow and snowy mountains in the background.

Tow your beverages on the water with the best floating coolers of the year

Most coolers aren't light, portable, or on-the-water-friendly. To take your favorite bevvies anywhere the water takes you, you need a floating cooler.
Rocky Mountain-National Park

These are the most affordable times to visit the most popular U.S. national parks

With a little planning, you can avoid large crowds and high costs when visiting U.S. national parks. Learn the best times to visit popular parks in the country.
Man pulling a wheeled Igloo cooler over sand at the beach.

Take your booze, seltzer, or homemade kombucha anywhere with the best wheeled coolers

Wheeled coolers blend mobility and insulation to keep drinks ice cold on the go. Praised and used by adventurers, here are the best coolers on wheels.
Three campers and a dog relaxing at a wilderness campsite with a Winnebago Revel campervan.

Hit the road in style (and luxury) this year with the best motorhomes and drivable RVs

The best motorhomes combine all the comforts of home into a single, drivable vehicle, sometimes not much larger than a traditional van.
Toyota 4Runner Turo car rental parked on a dirt road in Utah.

From 4×4 Jeeps to exotic sports cars, Turo is where to score your next rental car

Turo's car-sharing marketplace is cheaper, easier, and way more fun than renting through a traditional airport car rental company.
Man waxing his car

Wash, wax, repeat: Polish and protect your precious ride with the best car waxes

Washing your car removes the dirt and dust, but if you want to protect your car's paint, you need to wax it, too. These are the best car waxes to use in 2023.
A man relaxing on a red camping hammock by a body of water.

Swing yourself to sleep under the stars with the best camping hammocks

The gentle rocking of a hammock might be the greatest way to sleep in the backcountry. Try it out yourself with our picks for the best camping hammocks of 2023.
View from the water of Maine's Portland Head Lighthouse at sunset.

Don your best seaman’s cap and head to the most incredible lighthouse hotels in the U.S.

Whether you just love nautical-themed vacations or fancy yourself a salty maritime soul, you’ll love an escape to these amazing U.S. lighthouse hotels.
Tiny islands of Trunk Bay off the shore of St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.

U.S. Virgin Islands escape: See why St. John is America’s not-so-best-kept tropical island secret

With few roads, near-zero chain businesses of any kind, and the majority of land designated as a National Park, St. John, USVI feels miles from anywhere.
The dense jungle of The Darién Gap

Inside the Darién Gap, one of the world’s most dangerous jungles

The Darién Gap is home to many things that will try to kill you. Dehydration and starvation might be the least of your worries.
27North RexRover overlander camper truck against a glowing studio background.

This ultra-luxe overlander rig is like a G-Wagon on steroids, and we love it

This overlander is more than a G-Wagon but might be worth every penny with a king bed, multiple TVs, a wet bath, and even a washing machine.
Gray and blue "OPEN" sign hanging on a the front door of a small shop.

Gear up at the best locally owned outdoor stores in the U.S.

Forget the online mega retailers. We've rounded up our picks for the 14 best outdoor stores — all small and locally owned — in the U.S.
Couple standing outside near the open door of a Winnebago Solis Pocket 36B RV parked at a campsite.

Winnebago reveals new compact campervan with dinette, rear wet bath, and serious off-grid features

The Solis Pocket's new 36B configuration is Winnebago's most tech-forward campervan model yet, complete with 72 hours of portable, off-grid power.
Man riding through city streets on a VanMoof electric bike/ebike.

VanMoof bankruptcy shows why relying on hyper-connected e-bikes might be a dangerous bet

What happens when a next-company disappears, taking all of its "smart" products with it? VanMoof's bankruptcy highlights why hyper-connected gear can be risky.
Black pickup truck towing an REI Co-op Special Edition Basecamp 20X travel trailer through a desert landscape.

Airstream partners with REI (again) on the bigger, better, ultra-rugged Basecamp 20X travel trailer

The iconic RV maker once again partnered with REI Co-op to build its most aggressive and adventure-ready travel trailer ever. It's Basecamp 2.0.
Keizersgracht Reguliersgracht in Amsterdam, Netherlands

These are the top travel experiences in the world, according to TripAdvisor

The Manual presents Tripadvisor's most highly recommended experiences and must-do travel activities in some of the world's hottest destinations.
Two hikers trekking a lush green trail with snow-capped mountains in the background.

What is REI Co-Op? Everything you need to know about REI’s in-house gear brand

REI's own REI Co-Op-branded gear flies under the radar, even though it offers similar quality and innovation to better-known premium alternatives for less.
Young bearded man sitting on a Trelino portable composting toilet next to an orange campervan.

Car campers, overlanders, and vanlifers: Why you need a portable composting toilet

If you're living the mobile lifestyle and tired of constantly searching for a place to "go," you need a portable composting toilet in your rig.
Man running through the desert landscape of The Grand Canyon.

Getting a backcountry permit for Grand Canyon National Park just got a whole lot easier

Grand Canyon National Park will upgrade its permitting process to allow most backcountry campers to pay for and reserve their spots completely online for 2024.
Man working under the hood on a vehicle engine.

How often do you change the engine’s air filter? (And how to do it in 5 minutes)

Get the lowdown on how often to change the engine air filter in your car, and how you can DIY in less than five minutes. No mechanic necessary.