Fathom HQ's Favorite Links: Adorable Bunny Sea Slug & More (July 18, 2015)
What we're clicking on and talking about this week at #FathomHQ, when we're not out basking in the glorious summer sun.
Trust the Japanese to find the world's cutest sea slug. The jorunna parva looks like a teeny furry bunny, and I want one. – Becky, editorial assistant
From secret beaches to boutique retreats, I can't wait to check out the travel intel in the new indie Bali guide from Lost Guides. – Berit, editor
There's an adorable new lodging concept in Japan called Caravan Tokyo, wherein guests stay in a handmade trailer parked on a secluded little deck in Omotesando. – Jeralyn, editorial director
This video on how to speak Australian flooded my newsfeed this week. Pretty funny, and also (according to my Aussie mates) surprisingly accurate. – Becky
My all-time-favorite hotel deisgner Kit Kemp just launched a series of short films showcasing her favorite rooms and spaces across Firmdale Hotels. – Berit
Why didn't someone think of this sooner? Waterproof books that you can take into the pool, tub, lake, or sea. – Jeralyn
THIS WEEK ON FATHOM: Far-flung Adventures
Exploring an old castle in Oman. Photo by Marko Roth.
This week, we take to the mountains, seas, and far-out destinations around the world.
Indonesia: Escape to Nusa Lembongan, a small, charming, and very bright island near Bali.
Oman: Dive into the turquoise waters of Wadi Shab.
Oman: Take a four-minute virtual vacation to the picturesque Oman, and meet the filmmaker who took you there.
Mongolia: A travel expert breaks down how easy it is to get from Ulaanbaatar to the Gobi Desert.
Boise, Idaho: Let a local show you around the Gem State.
Around the world: Go off the grid. Book the most stunning, remote hotels around the world.
From Outer Space: See totally real unreal overview shots of Planet Earth.
Behind the lens: Meet Fathom 24 Best Travel Photographer Bart Pogoda.
In your backpack: Camping season is back in, here's twelve classic essentials to look good on the go.
Instagram: Get inspired to lace up your hiking boots this weekend with 13 shots of the great outdoors.
