Here are the internet happenings that caught our attention this week.Meet Billy, the Snow Guardian of the Rockies. He lives alone in a cabin in Colorado. And he has something to say about climate change. – Daniel, editorial assistantOn that note, ClimateCentrals Surging Seas map lets you play around with four degrees: Watch the sea levels rise (and pretty much wipe out Lower Manhattan) with each fraction of warmth. – J

In this weeks pick for Video of the Week, meet Monrovias most committed newsman.MONROVIA, Liberia – Alfred Sirleaf saw a problem, and found a way to fix it. Its no printing press, but Sirleafs chalk-and-easel makeshift newsroom in downtown Monrovia brings the news to locals who dont have money to pay for a newspaper, access to the internet, or, for some, even the ability to read.WATCH THE VIDEOLiberias Chalk and Easel Printing Pr

Were never not thinking about travel, so is it any wonder that the companies were most drawn to have wanderlust built into their DNA? Lizzie Fortunato is one such brand. Founded by twin sisters Lizzie and Kathryn Fortunato, the cultish jewelry and accessory company uses unexpected materials and champions handicrafts from a breadth of places (Mexico City, Vietnam, Cambodia) and cultures. Here, the sisters share their most essential travel ac

Here are the internet happenings that caught our attention this week.This 200-year-old gastronomical map documents the origin of French delicacies. And, suprisingly, its still pretty accurate. – Daniel, editorial assistantIm thinking about taking a trip ... of the psychedelic variety. A strong case has been made for microdosing in this interview on Brian Lehr (theres a new book about it too). Seems like wed all be having a way be

Of the hundreds of photos we take on our phones while traveling, there are always a few special ones we wish we could print out like Polaroids. Were looking at a smartphone accessory that does just that, and then some.Anyone who still practices the age-old art of scrapbooking will tell you that looking back on physical travel photos is way more meaningful than flipping through thousands of snaps on a smartphone. But oh what a drag they are

Fall down the rabbit hole of photography and in no time youll find yourself possessing pounds of equipment. How do you get around with all that stuff? We turned to some of our favorite travel photographers to find out what they use to shlep their lenses all around the world.Whether youre an aspiring photographer or gadget junkie, you know its important to keep precious equipment safe and secure while on the move. In these instances, not any

Here are the internet happenings that caught our attention this week.An underwater reef in the Rockaways made of ice cream trucks is just one of many weird things I found in this graphic guide to New York Citys waterways. – Daniel, editorial assistantThe art of dynamic flight pricing and the reason you should always clear your cache when searching for a good travel deal. – Berit, editorCheck out this incredibly clever, illustrat

The latest social media short from German airline Lufthansa tells the story of a designer coming home to Kathmandu, Nepal, and poses some interesting questions about the nature of travel.Why do we travel? Venturing out into the world helps us appreciate our common bonds and our unique differences; making sense of where we come from helps us recognize the full worth of where we end up in the future. Shifts in perspective can be very life aff

Here are the internet happenings that caught our attention this week.Curbed took a look back in time at NYCs Waldorf Astoria, which closed its doors last week for a long-term renovation that will convert part of the iconic institution into condos. – Daniel, editorial assistantLondon-based artist Stanza (and his now global community) has been collecting sounds from cities around the world since the mid 1990s. I spent a lovely rainy eve

After youve danced away the night at one too many honky tonks, eaten enough barbecue to last a lifetime, and decided that you actually dont mind country music, souvenir hunting will be the last thing on your mind. To make your vacation shopping a little easier, weve rounded up our favorite Austin-centric items — goods guaranteed to remind you of an amazing trip.Franklin Barbecue: A Meat-Smoking ManifestoLearn how to cook Texas-style b

Fathom HQs internet happenings of the week.Brush up on your Sachs and Kusama as art insiders travel the globe on this Instagram feed from The Culture Travel Channel. – Jeralyn, editorial directorThe Tokyo crib sheet I wish I had before planning my trip to Japan. – Berit, editorJust came back from Ireland. When I return, Im eating in Galway. – Daniel, editorial assistantI’m dreaming of sacher torte

Here are the internet happenings that caught our attention this week.How many of these architecturally impressive elevators would you actively seek out while traveling? Im at three, at least. – Daniel, editorial assistantJumping on the Korean cleansing stick bandwagon with Juleps travel-friendly face wash that comes in a solid twist-up stick. – Berit, editorThat emoji with hearts for eyes. My expression when perusing R

Globetrotters with a long list of places theyve been usually have an even longer list of places they want to go. We asked Ellen Bennett, founder and creative director of beloved apron company Hedley and Bennett, about the far-flung places shes itching to visit next.I like to travel to places Ive never been before, and especially to places where the culture, architecture, food, and lifestyle are as different as possible from my own. I r

Here are the internet happenings that caught our attention this week.Its almost as long as a Netflix episode, but this twenty-minute short film about a family opening a 250-seat restaurant on their 300-year-old farm in County Kildare, Ireland, is defintely worth the watch. – Daniel, editorial assistantBookmarking Casa Tiny for a quiet escape in Oaxaca, Mexico. – Berit, editorLee Me Kyeoungs nostalgic sketches of Koreas

As a frequent visitor to India, fashion designer Wray Cook knows a thing or two about keeping cool and staying healthy. She has amassed an arsenal of tools to help navigate the countrys tricky food scene and hot climate. Read on for a list of her India packing essentials.My husband and I travel to India twice a year for a month at a time to develop the collections for our womens-wear line Wray. While there, we are hosted by the family of ou

If youve never been before, India is intimidating, but were going to let you in on a little secret. We found an app that streamlines the process of booking travel around the subcontinent.If youve never traveled around India, youve probably never heard of Cleartrip, but its not exactly new. The app is the mobile version of the website, which has been a booking platform for years. But who needs a website when the app is so user-friendly?Clear

Here are the internet happenings that caught our attention this week.How are our friends in China dealing with poor environmental management? By vacationing on Hainan, the island with the cleanest air in the country. – Daniel, editorial assistantAs a lover of all things Maine, seeing the new Marsden Hartley exhibit at The Met Breuer in NYC was a real treat. The show is open through June 18th and focuses on the painters relationship wi

Team Fathom picks the compact, multi-use products they never leave home without.Packing light is an art form that doesnt come easy to many. An extra pair of shoes or just-in-case blouse doesnt feel like much until youre frantically trying to zip your souvenirs into your suitcase. A good place to start paring down? Your toiletry bag. Stay on top of it with these double- and triple-duty wonders.Photo courtesy of Lucas Papaw Remedies.Lucas Pap

Make room in your Crayola crayon box for millennial pink. Thats right, the almighty generation gets its own It color; in case you havent noticed, the rose-blush-salmon shade is everywhere. Including your suitcase. When the TSA rifles through your bag, theyll know just how trendy you are.Away Carry-OnYouve never looked so good sprinting through the airport toward your gate. The 38-liter hardcase also comes with a built-in lock. ($225)I Woke

Smartphone cameras just keep getting better and better. Make the most of them with the right accessories and youll think twice about lugging around your DSLR every time you travel.Do you really need a heavy-duty DSLR to take beautiful photos while traveling? If you shoot commercially, the answer is most likely a yes. But if your main concern is posting pretty snapshots to social media, consider relying on your smartphones camera. Its lightw