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1 week ago | coolmaterial.com | Brandon Withrow |Johnny Motley |Kaitlyn Rosati |Hayley Domin

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7 Iconic Rides Across America

2 weeks ago | coolmaterial.com | Brandon Withrow |Johnny Motley |Kaitlyn Rosati |Hayley Domin

Travel Bikes and Brews: Scenic Rail Trails With Great Bars These memorable rides will lead you to some delicious ales and cocktails. The prospect of living a longer, healthier life may get some of us out on a bike, but others might need a different kind of motivation—like a memorable beer or two at the end of the journey. Maybe you’ve cycled a 30-mile mountain trail, or just five miles along a beach (hey, not all of us are olympians).
Best Caribbean Hikes: 6 Challenging Trails

3 weeks ago | coolmaterial.com | Kaitlyn Rosati |Hayley Domin |Brandon Withrow

When Americans want a quick getaway to relax and reset on a sandy beach with a margarita in hand, the Caribbean is a reliable standby. But assuming these islands only have sunbathing and pristine beaches to offer is fool’s play. The Caribbean is one of the most culturally and geographically diverse regions in the world, and adventure travelers can also get their hiking fix on many of the islands.
6 Affordable Wheated Bourbons

3 weeks ago | coolmaterial.com | Christopher Osburn |Kaitlyn Rosati |Hayley Domin

In the world of whiskey (especially bourbon), there’s no name that creates more hushed silence than Pappy Van Winkle. American whiskey is ripe with highly sought-after, hard-to-find whiskeys, but none are as beloved as Pappy. It’s the closest thing to a Holy Grail whiskey as there is. The iconic lineup includes a number of vintages between 10 and 15 years old, with the priciest varieties aged for 20 and 23 years.
Best UK Distilleries: Seven Hidden Gems

4 weeks ago | coolmaterial.com | Hayley Domin

As a Brit born and raised in London, I’ve always been fascinated by the UK’s rich history—and the underrated destinations that most tourists never think to visit. Made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the UK has a wide array of lesser-known distilleries that are beloved by locals, and often have a good story to tell. Here are a few of my favorite hidden gems across the UK.
Foraging Has Made a Comeback in Slovenia. Here’s Why.

2 months ago | azureroad.io | Hayley Domin

This is simply how our ancestors lived — making the most of their surroundings. I step over the web of entangled roots to reach a clear opening in the forest, towering trees surrounding us on every side. In front of me stands a rickety table and chairs with a glass jug on top. The sun peeks through, illuminating the ingredients swimming lazily in the water. Best known as a wild plant collector and cultivator in these parts, Lovro Vehovar hands me the first sip.
I've travelled to over 200 cities in Europe, and prefer these lesser-known places

2 months ago | nzherald.co.nz | Hayley Domin

If you’ve had enough of overpriced tourist hotspots, these six European cities will give you an authentic experience. Photo / 123RFThese six lesser-visited European cities have authenticity, extremely welcoming locals, and a less touristy feel than more well-known haunts, writes Hayley DominIf you’re reading this, you’ve probably already spent a summer or two exploring European hotspots across the continent. Let me guess ... You’re met with extortionate prices and hordes of visitors?
What to do for Boston Marathon 2025

2 months ago | timeout.com | Hayley Domin

Photograph: Courtesy ShutterstockPhotograph: Courtesy Shutterstock10 tips for experiencing this historic race on April 21. Friday April 4 2025FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAdvertisingItâ€™s that time of year again. On April 21st, the streets of Boston will be taken over by more than 30,000 Boston Marathon runners gathering together for a good cause.
I moved from the UK to the US but never adjusted to America's work culture. After 20 years, I'm ready to move away.

Feb 25, 2025 | businessinsider.com | Hayley Domin

Travel I yearn for simplicity and true connections that I can't get while living in the US. Courtesy of Hayley Domin This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Living in the US has boosted my self-confidence, but I'm ready to move to another country. I grew up in the UK and find European's work-life balance is significantly better than the US's.
I moved from the UK to the US but never adjusted to America's work culture. After 20 years, I'm ready to move away.

Feb 25, 2025 | flipboard.com | Hayley Domin

23 hours agoLandlord wins battle to keep bull mural on pub if he makes boozer look like a farmA landlord has won a David and Goliath battle to keep a bull mural on the side of his 400-year-old pub - as long as he makes the boozer look like a FARM. Martin Peel was stunned when he was ordered to remove the 8ft-high painting from the wall of The Bull’s Head in the village of Wootton Wawen, Warks. He had commissioned local artist Phil Taylor to create the artwork which cost £1,200 last April.