From the labyrinthine souks of Marrakech to the ancient stalls of Barcelonas La Boqueria, the spice markets of the world are an enticing draw. Theres an endless array of exotic flavors out there and we want to try every last one of them. Until that happens, well be stocking our pantry with this collection of globally-sourced spices.

Whether youre gearing up for a day trip to Storm King or a long weekend exploring the rocky coast of Big Sur, summer guarantees youll have plenty of reasons to get outdoors. Pack your favorite sandwiches, fresh juices, and our favorite outdoor dining finds — and youre all set for a globally-inspired picnic.

When winter turned bitter in NYC, Erin Lindsey and Denny Brownell of Escape Brooklyn had the great idea to take a week-long road trip through Southwest. They shed some layers, took thousands of pictures, Instagrammed on Fathoms behalf, and collected their fair share of vintage paraphernalia along the way. Heres a recap of the highlights, day by day.THE GREAT SOUTHWEST – In March 2015, Denny and I road-tripped from West Texas to New Mexico f

A frequent visitor to the Amalfi Coast, Fathoms Pavia Rosati takes a detour to Ischia, the other island in the Bay of Naples.ISCHIA, Italy – Capri is the grandstanding attention hog of the Bay of Naples. Starring in all the best movies, attracting all the biggest yachts, claiming all the Prada and Pucci shops within thirty nautical miles.And thats too bad for the other islands in the area. Or too good, depending how you feel about cruise sh

We try to squeeze a little rest and relaxation into every vacation. Katie McKnoulty, the nomadic freelance marketing strategist and graphic designer behind The Travelling Light, one of our 24 Favorite Travel Blogs and Websites 2015, took this goal to the next level by booking herself into a ten-day ayurvedic retreat in the jungles of Bali. To say we’re just a little jealous would be putting it mildly.BEBENGAN, Bali – I came to Sukhavati Ayu

Of course youve heard about the legendary Moulin Rouge in Paris. You just dont know if anyone actually goes there. They do, it turns out. Every night. Before you make your way to the red light district for yourself, heres what you need to know.PARIS – ­POP! go the Champagne bottles — all night long — at the Moulin Rouge.As a lover of musicals and of all things Parisian, I could not turn down the opportunity to visit the Montmart

One of the nicest things about traveling somewhere new is observing (and partaking in!) all the cultural rituals youd normally ignore at home.MAUI – There are many reasons why a vacation to the Hawaiian islands would be good for you right now. Theyre remote, lush, tropical, quiet, and imbued with tradition. With every salty, sweet, GMO-free inhalation of fresh air you feel more grounded to the Earth. No wonder many a surfer/yogi/honeymooner

, and @ivycchen. USA — No need to mope about missing the islands of the Mediterranean and Caribbean this summer. Youre overlooking whats in your own backyard. Whether you want pristine beaches, exotic wildlife, stunning hikes, or shipwreck dives, these continental United States have a surprising number of islands close to home. Get ready to island-hop.COMING UP NEXT: THE ADVENTUROUS SIDE OF TRAVELInstaTrip is a Sunday roundup of t

If your French country vacation fantasy involves a beautiful and intimate hotel, unforgettable meals both elaborate and simple, and cultural diversions to entertain you or peace and quiet to soothe you, you might find yourself at the newly merged hotels Oustau de Baumanière and La Cabro dOr in Les Baux-de-Provence.LES BAUX-DE-PROVENCE, France – The last time I was in the bucolic area surrounding St. Rémy-de-Provence, it was with a one- and

John Shelby; a memoir by Graham Holliday; reading in the great outdoors, by Christopher Cotrell / Flickr; a novel by Rebecca Dinerstein. On summer days in New York City, there are few things I love to see more than (1) grown men wearing suits eating ice cream cones and (2) zany locals on park benches, engrossed in their paperbacks. Maybe it is because both images symbolize a momentary pause from the hectic street scenes of Man

Its summertime and the livin is easy. Long weekends, half-days, and entire weeks off are thisclose. Regardless where youre headed — from the Amalfi Coast to Zuma Beach — we found the seasons most stylish beach essentials. Guaranteed to make you the envy of everyone on the sand.

Sometimes youd rather be exploring a new city than schlepping to a new gym. Good thing keeping up your fitness regime while traveling the world gets easier and easier: Your favorite trainers and boutique fitness studios are increasingly online, streaming classes to your phone, tablet, and laptop, making it super easy to sweat and tone wherever you are. (Well, maybe not the middle of the crowded piazza.) We rounded up a few of our favorite b

We find it hard to resist a well-made print publication. Last summer, our magazine obsession inspired us to compile a list of our 24 favorite indie magazines for travelers. But we couldnt stop there. Weve been keeping our eye out for other small-batch, niche, and rare titles for our own travel inspiration fix. We hope you like what you see (and read).

Were long-time fans of photographer David De Vleeschauwers blog, Classe Touriste, which he runs with his partner Debbie Pappyn. (He also made it on our list of 24 Best Travel Photographers.) We asked him to tell us a little more about his latest, Remote Places to Stay, a 312-page hardcover featuring 22 of the worlds most remote hotels.Tell us a little about yourself.I am a travel photographer shooting for international titles such as Monocl

If exceedingly elegant and luxurious travel is your style, then add Villa Gallici in Aix-En-Provence to your increasingly long list. (Dont you love us for how we help you with that list?) Fathom contributing editor Christina Ohly visits and finds the renovated beauty even better than expected.CHECKING INOverviewAIX-EN-PROVENCE, France – Just a 15-minute walk from the bustling Cours Mirabou in the heart of Aix, youll find the 22-room, ultra-

There comes a time in every pregnant womans travel schedule when she must wind down, stay home, and nest. But until then (!), she should make as many travel arrangements as she can while that bun is still in the oven.Traveling while pregnant has exposed me to a whole new set of experiences, cultural learnings, customs, and conversations. It has also given me the time and space to reflect on the future (not that I really have any idea what i

Not too long ago, vacation photos ended up as slideshows for the neighbors, a carousel of the best, worst, and most tedious moments of the familys tourisy sojourn to Europe or week near the Great Lakes.These days, Instagram makes it easier and — dare we say — more appealing to follow along as friends, family, and even strangers traverse the world. (Thank you, filters Valencia and Amaro!) Sometimes social media causes I

Tis the season for good food, great gifts, and expiring vacation days. From Christmas in Venice to Hanukkah in Jerusalem — our favorite magazines have suggestions for every type of traveler. CONDE NAST TRAVELEROn the cover: Dana Dickeys glamping picks range from a Kenyan camp, where youll live among 45 elephant families, to a Bedouin tent in the UAE. Youre sure to find Something Wild.Highlights:- Craveable Caribbean: The gastrono

For the longest time, it was impossible to find cute souvenirs from Singapore that werent kitschy and Merlion-shaped (the half-mermaid, half-lion national landmark) or inspired by the Singapore Girls sarong (seen on many a flight attendant).Recently, young designers and thrifty business people began producing souvenirs that showcase the quirky side of the country I grew up in. These days, Im spoiled for choice every time I go back for a vis

We all strive to be organized travelers. Nothing blows a trip like making it to the front of the TSA line only to find out you left your sunglasses/passport/child somewhere behind you. After miles upon miles of travel, Team Fathom has accrued a fine list of tips for staying sane and organized on the go.Weve got items for compulsive checklist makers, ideas for sample hoarders, and solutions for that tangle of tech cords at the bottom of your