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Nolla Cabin

Designer Robin Falck teamed up with Finnish renewable energy company Neste to create the Nolla Cabin, a prefabricated wood cabin stretching just 10 square meters. The plywood A-frame structure consists of a single room with two beds and a cooking station, and functions entirely on renewable energy. It can be assembled, disassembled and transported ...read more

Art Villa

When all this craziness is over, you will probably want to escape to somewhere special. Look no further, located in Costa Rica, the impressive Art Villa is a mind-blowing place where guests merge with the surrounding nature, clearing their mind, whilst experiencing luxury and adventure at the same time. Designed by Formafatal studio, the two-storey...read more

Casa Cosmos

When all this craziness is over, you will probably want to escape to somewhere special. Look no further, Casa Cosmos is a spectacular open-air retreat nestled between the sea and jungle, that invites you to enjoy the wonderful climate of Puerto Escondido, Mexico. This stunning piece of architecture impresses with clear lines, minimal design, a roof...read more

River House

This stunning retreat was designed by Bali-based architect Alexis Dornier. River House is part of the "The River House Group", a collection of exquisite villas in Canggu and Perenenan, Bali. This impressive architectural statement is nestled in the jungle with rice paddy views, on the river, and with your own 25m pool. The five-bedroom house is bui...read more

Kruger Shalati Train Lodge

When all this craziness is over, you will probably want to escape to somewhere special. Well, the Shalati Train Lodge is quite unlike anything we’ve seen before. Located on top of a disused railway bridge above the Sabie River inside the vast Kruger National Park in South Africa, sits a restored train in its stationary position that has been conver...read more

Lilypad Floating Cabin

When all this craziness is over, you will probably want to escape to a place designed with tranquility and relaxation in mind. Created by Australia-based designer and boat enthusiast Chuck Anderson, the Lilypad is a 100% solar-powered, floating villa in Palm Beach, about an hour north of Sydney, Australia. With a Scandinavian vibe, the cozy cabin i...read more

Turmhaus Tirol Chalet

Located in the Austrian snowy Alps, sits Turmhaus Tirol, an award winning tower-shaped chalet designed by the German architect Grunecker Reichelt. The architectural masterpiece is built on six floors and features a small elevator to connect all levels for transporting goods and baggage. A concrete skeleton clad in larch nods to the alpine chalets, ...read more

AirShip Cabin

We have featured some amazing retreats over the last couple of years, but none quite as unique as this. Sitting on a secluded patch of land in Scotland, just a few paces off the shore of the Sound of Mull, the AirShip is a sub-inspired cabin with a wood-lined interior inspired by the nautical theme. The aluminum pod features several porthole window...read more

Volcano Cabin

Located just just five minutes from Volcano National Park in Hawaii, the Volcano Cabin retreat delivers a simple, beautiful experience tailor-made for a solo or couple getaway. Nestled in a forest of beautiful Ohia trees, you will be immersed in natural beauty both inside and outside. The cozy rental boasts an open-plan living and sleeping space wi...read more

House Aperture

This stunning retreat was designed by Bali-based architect Alexis Dornier. House Aperture is part of the "Uluwatu Surf Villas", a resort dedicated to surf and travel culture situated on the breathtaking western cliffside edge of Uluwatu, Bali. Completely skinned with vertical slatted reclaimed Javanese teak, the 2 bedroom tropical modern villa has ...read more

Quark Expeditions Ultramarine Cruise Ship

Provider of polar adventures Quark Expeditions has announced a new cruise ship that will go where few have ever gone. Ultramarine is the newest ship in the fleet, it is designed to give polar adventurers unprecedented access to the hardest-to-reach places on the planet. This is the ultimate excursion cruiser, it is equipped with two twin-engine hel...read more

Sky Haus

Set deep in the lush Pacific Northwest in a private community in the central Cascades about 90 minutes from Seattle, the stunning Sky Haus A-Frame cabin is completely surrounded by national forest land, making it perfect for your next adventure. Named after the neighboring Skykomish River, Sky Haus is a cozy, well-equipped A-frame that slee...read more

Whisper Rock Ranch

If you need a little reset and recharge and are looking for the perfect oasis, look no further. The Whisper Rock Ranch is a little ranch placed in the middle of untouched wilderness and offers everything from peaceful serenity to beautiful design and stunning surroundings. Located in Joshua Tree, California, the hidden gem is perched on the brink o...read more

Jungle Bubbles

In a world first, Anantara Golden Triangle Elephant Camp & Resort in Thailand is giving guests a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend the night with Thailand’s majestic elephants in their natural habitat while staying in a unique transparent dome. The unique Jungle Bubbles are fully furnished, air-conditioned ad offer 22 sqm floor space, wit...read more

Kachi Lodge

Located in the world’s largest salt flat, there is a new and surreal colony of luxury domed pods that will make your fantasy of living on the Moon almost come true. Set in Uyuni Salt Flats, the most breathtaking natural landscape of Bolivia, Kachi Lodge is the first luxury lodge of its kind on the Bolivian Altiplano. The lodge boasts 6 luxury bedro...read more

Skylodge Adventure Suites

Available for rent at AirBnb, Skylodge Adventure Suites are a dramatic set of lodges set on the edge of a Peruvian cliff, a few miles outside of Cuzco. This option aims to answer to a new generation of people who long for different and more radical experiences rather than simply owning stuff, the purpose behind the project is to provide some sort o...read more

Naustet Stokkoya Boathouse

Imagine yourself snuggled up on a comfy sofa, with the smell of fresh-cut timber filling the air and the fireplace crackling softly, surrounded almost entirely by nature and water and nothing else. This dream place actually exists and is located on an island in Norway. The Naustet Stokkoya Boathouse is elevated on pillars and perched on a rocky sho...read more

June 2020 Finds On Huckberry

Back again this month, we have teamed up with our good friends at Huckberry to update our custom, curated BTS Shop. We have picked the most exciting fresh deals this month, with some great opportunities to get your hands on the coolest apparel and travel gear for an active lifestyle and outdoor adventures. Check out our new curated list of some of the coolest pro...

June 2020 Finds On Uncrate Supply

In our a new monthly instalment, we head over to Uncrate Supply to highlight some of our favorite pieces worthy of your setup. These guys stock pretty much everything, from objects of desire, EDC gear and urban garb, to tools of the trade. And nine times out of ten they will be black. This month we highlight some of our favorite products where you can expect an eleva...

June 2020 Editors Picks

Find one-of-a-kind gifts and discover new trends with our Editors Picks. Our team of editors run you through this month’s must-have, must-know and must-see gear. We are constantly on the prowl for the coolest stuff, travel essentials for life on the road, new smooth and stylish fashion pieces, new adventure ready gear, new tech stuff and accessories for your everyday carry. Here are a ...