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Fathom's Favorite Links: August 1, 2015 Edition

Fathom s Favorite Links: August 1, 2015 Edition

What we're clicking on and talking about this week at #FathomHQ.

When Google Map geekiness goes too far to great effect: The Obsessively Detailed Map of American Literature's Most Epic Road Trip. Nice work, Atlas Obscura. – Pavia, CEO

I wish I were in Seoul this summer to sit under the latest installation at the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. Building, by Lee Chihoo and Kang Yerin, is a massive reed curtain that provides shade for visitors and moves with the breeze. – Becky, editorial assistant

Who doesn't have a soft spot for the 1983 American road trip classic, National Lampoon's Summer Vacation? The new film homage is out this week and the trailer alone has plenty of the droll humor, summer gags, and Chevy Chase-isms that I was hoping for. – Jeralyn, editorial director

Optimize your vacation time with science-backed tips from psychologist and researchers. – Berit, editor

Speaking of American '80s classics, Netflix started streaming Wet Hot American Summer: FIrst Day of Camp, the series based on the cult movie. All the stars came back for another romp at summer camp: Poehler, Garofalo, Rudd, Cooper, Showalter, and more. – Pavia

I'm making a promise to myself to explore upstate New York every other weekend for the rest of this summer. DIA Beacon is on the list, as is the Walkway Over The Hudson near Poughkeepsie. – Becky

THIS WEEK ON FATHOM: Hacking Travel

Fathom s Favorite Links: August 1, 2015 Edition

Let the experts help you navigate. Photo by Sylwia Bartyzel / Unsplash.

This week, we find the best tips and tricks for smooth travel.

Take note: A baker's dozen worth of insider hacks from travel professionals.

For your carry-on: Six lifesavers for traveling while pregnant.  

On the grid: We break down the easiest ways to get WiFi when traveling.

Behind the lens: Meet Fathom 24 Best Travel Photographer Emily Winiker.

Instagram: We asked you who your best travel companion was, here's a dozen of our favorites.

WIN IT: We're giving away a 3-day trip to Bodrum on the Turkish Riviera. Enter now! Contest ends August 3.


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