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Hello all, Andrew Kirell here again, writing to you from Copenhagen, one of my favorite cities in the world thanks in no small part to its deeply innovative food culture. Chefs from other countries with more rigid traditions around their cuisine have flocked here to experiment and break some of their hometown rules. I’ll explore that in a forthcoming feature. Meantime, this weekend we featured Jekyll Island, a barrier island along Georgia’s “Gold Coast” that was once a cotton plantation and then an exclusive Gilded Age retreat for the super-wealthy. As Keith Taillon reported, Jekyll has since transformed into a peaceful paradise for lovers of nature, pristine beaches, thoughtful museums, and laid-back vibes. And that got me thinking about some of my favorite recent installments of It’s Still a Big World, Beast Travel’s recurring feature on underrated or oft-overlooked destinations. Of course, while I’m in Denmark, I’m reminded of our feature on Aarhus, the country’s second-largest city, which I visited last year to investigate a friend’s claim that it’s an underrated food destination. What I discovered was that it’s so much more than that—everything about it is, as the Danes might say, skidegodt, or, cool as shit. I’ve also been thinking about Scottsbluff, the western Nebraska town of 14,000 people that will make you think twice the next time you scoff at so-called “flyover country.” As Karthika Gupta wrote upon visiting there: “Outdoorsy, arty, foodie, history buff, or just plain curious, no matter what type of traveler you are, there is something for everyone in Scottsbluff. Breaking Nebraska’s flat stereotype, this town is worthy of a visit.”
And then there’s our former editor William O’Connor’s trip along the entire Baja Peninsula, which he described as “the greatest road trip of my life.” The 20-hour drive zig-zags between seaside oases like Todos Santos and Mulegé, picturesque inland towns like San Ignacio, cartoonishly gorgeous mountain regions, and an up-and-coming premier wine region.
Enjoy! — Andrew Kirell, Senior Editor |
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“Jekyll is home to just 1,000 full-time residents… By comparison, more than 20,000 sea turtles hatched on the island’s beaches in 2022. Nature is the dominant feature of the island’s landscape. It feels far removed from the modern world. Days pass slowly and quietly, but that has always been the crux of its allure.” |
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| Aside from its obvious beauty—the brand aptly describes it as “heritage trunk style with modern features”— with a sleek, glossy finish, July’s luxe trunk suitcase offers far more than just good looks. The case has a built-in ejectable battery compartment with FastCharge USB-C, which came in handy many times during my vacation. Of course, it’s also designed with a slew of other elevated design features, including a built section for dirty laundry that actually keeps your clean and soiled close separate from one another, extra secure latch locks that stay put, and SilentMove™ wheels which, as the name suggests, are ultra-quiet—even when you’re sprinting to make a flight—trust me! —Scouted by Mia Maguire |
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Sure, you can still shell out for Capri, keep up with Joneses in the south of France, or try to party with the kids in Greece, but for many these days the ultimate Mediterranean escape can be found in the Balearics. This collection of islands off the eastern coast of Spain have become popular for their incredible scenery, unique vibe, and the variety of lifestyles on offer. That’s why the latest selection for Just Booked, our series on exciting new coffee table books, is Secret Houses: Living in Menorca by Susana Gallardo, published by Rizzoli. |
In the book, Gallardo takes readers all over the island, from rustic villas with fading frescoes to sleek contemporary houses overlooking the sea. The photographs by Karal Balas capture home we wish were all listed on rental sites, whether the decked-out fantasy of interior designer Lorenzo Castillo in Mahon or the former boathouse covered in bougainvillea that one family has turned into a simple yet elegant hideaway. Don’t miss our other selections for our series on gorgeous travel-related coffee table books, Just Booked. |
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