Polaroid of the Week: Vibrant Street Art in Santiago, Chile

When we decided to fly from Chile to New York that spring, we assumed our Bolivian salt flats adventure was on hold until returning to South America. Unexpectedly, we explored salt flats in two countries beforehand: Argentinas during our road trip through the breathtaking Quebrada de Humahuaca, and then Chiles Atacama Desert—the worlds driest—where the Salar de Atacama, Chiles largest salt flat, was a highlight of our week-long stay.Unlike the bright white expanses of Argentina or Bolivia, this

My final week in New York (for now) arrived, so I stepped away from my laptop to embrace the citys summer spirit. I reconnected with friends through cycling rides, sunset picnics, bustling food markets, and rooftop al fresco dinners. This year, I finally kayaked the East River—a bucket-list item from the past two summers. It exceeded expectations, reinforcing my need for more water adventures (my last was in Austin this May). In Williamsburg, I hunted fresh graffiti and murals—a favorite pursuit

We cherish our readers, and our loyal followers know our deep passion for street art. Over brunch in Williamsburg, reader Laura tipped us off to 5Pointz—a hidden gem even many locals overlook. We wouldnt have found it without her! Thank you, Laura! Dedicated entirely to street art, 5Pointz: The Institute of Higher Burnin’ was an open-air gallery in an abandoned Long Island City factory in Queens. Though graffiti remains illegal in NYC, the 1990s Graffiti Terminators initiative channeled artists