Knowing when to put out the Do Not Disturb sign, knowing how much to tip (and when), knowing which questions to ask at check-in...
There’s something magical about knowing a trip is already on the horizon. The destination might still be a pin on a map, but suddenly you’re mentally wandering its streets, bookmarking restaurants and imagining that first morning somewhere completely different. The only less-magical part? Figuring out how to pay for it....
This post is part of The Second Leap: a series about choosing uncertainty on purpose, twice. In 2015 we quit our jobs in advertising and built a life that didn't look like many others'. Now, nearly 12 years later, we're doing it again - bigger leap, more at stake, a 3-year-old in tow....
A staycation isn't simply "staying home"...
If you're the kind of traveler who happily plans an entire itinerary around dinner reservations, these bucket list restaurants are worth crossing oceans for. From legendary sushi counters in Tokyo, to innovative tasting menus in Lima and Copenhagen, here are 15 unforgettable bucket list restaurants that prove some flights are worth taking for the meal alone....
Choosing a remote retreat usually involves more travel time and often a higher cost. The logistics of reaching a lodge in a Ugandan forest or a villa on a Greek island are rarely straightforward. However, the payoff is a distinct lack of noise and interruption. These places offer a chance to disconnect from the constant hum of daily life. The value isn't found in gold taps or endless buffets, but in the rare luxury of space and silence. If the goal is to reset completely, navigating a few extra flights or bumpy roads is surely a price worth paying....
If you’ve been around here awhile, you’ll know our philosophy: we collect memories, not things…but the right things make the memories even sweeter. The (new) Annual How Far From Home Gift Guide is a handpicked, heart-led roundup designed for families who love travel, storytelling, craftsmanship, and beautiful objects that carry meaning....
Family trips have a funny way of blurring together…unless you do something a little different. The vacations your kids remember forever aren’t usually the ones with the perfect pool or the biggest buffet – they’re the ones where they tried something new, got a little muddy, stayed up a little late, or felt brave for the first time. If you’re craving a family adventure that sparks curiosity, connection and “remember when…?” stories for years to come, here are some wonderfully unique ideas to get you dreaming. Explore a National Park Some of the most amazing vacations are those that challenge children in a safe environment, allowing them to build their confidence. Activities like junior ranger programs, hiking and identifying wildlife are thrilling...
An unsettlingly fun case study from the story-obsessed minds at HFFH Studio....
Resilience keeps you moving, but recovery brings you back to life. Here’s why creativity needs rest, rhythm, and renewal, not endless hustle....
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