My Modern MetJules Verne Take an Amazing 80-Day Trip Around the World by Air, Land, and SeaMy Modern Met - Sara BarnesAuthor Jules Verne encouraged wanderlust in us all when he published his legendary novel Around the World in Eighty Days. Written in 1873, the book tells the story of Phileas Fogg as he attempts to circumnavigate
My Modern MetPhotography Amazing Winners of the 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo ContestMy Modern Met - Emma TaggartThe winners of the 2019 National Geographic Travel Photo Contest has just been announced, showcasing incredible scenes of nature and human life around the world. Each spectacular photo was chosen from
My Modern MetPlay buttonRepublic of Ireland This Idyllic Irish Island Is Looking for New Residents to Work Remotely From ThereMy Modern Met - Emma TaggartIf you’ve ever dreamed of living somewhere off the beaten path but need an Internet connection for work, perhaps Arranmore Island in Ireland could be your next home. Featuring dramatic cliffs, sandy beaches,
My Modern MetPlay buttonMadonna This 16th-Century Italian Church Is Built into the Side of a CliffMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartNestled into the side of a cliff in northern Italy, the Sanctuary of Madonna della Corona is a breathtaking tribute to the lengths man will go to in order to contemplate life and religion in peace. Located
My Modern MetJules Verne 9 Underwater Hotel Rooms with the Most Spectacular Views of the OceanMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartScattered around the globe, several hotels are offering unique accommodations that literally let you sleep with the fishes. Whether you’ve been humming Under the Sea or you count Jules Verne’s Twenty Leagues
My Modern MetChernobyl Chernobyl Has Transformed into an Incredible Nature Reserve Now Open to the PublicMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartIn the 30 years since the devastating nuclear disaster at Chernobyl, the site has undergone a slow, continual process of rebirth. Through the loss of lives and abandonment of homes, something surprising
My Modern MetAmtrak Amtrak’s Incredible BOGO Offer Lets You Spend the Summer Discovering AmericaMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartTrain travel is one of the most scenic and romantic ways to view any landscape and now Amtrak is making it all the more enticing to pack up and go with a special sale. From June 4 until June 10, 2019 BOGO
My Modern MetChicago, IL 5 Things to Do in Chicago for Art and Culture LoversMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartBursting with history and culture, Chicago is one of the United States’ most vibrant cities. So it should come as no surprise that over 50 million people flock to the Windy City each year to soak in all
My Modern MetStatue of Liberty Interview: Designer Reveals What to Expect Inside the New Statue of Liberty MuseumMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouThe Statue of Liberty is one of the United States of America’s most admired landmarks. Every year, 4.5 million people flock by ferry to see the iconic sculpture, which has stood as a symbol of independence
My Modern MetSiberia World’s Oldest Lake Transforms into Picturesque Winter Wonderland Filled with IceMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartLocated in southern Siberia, Lake Baikal has been capturing the imaginations of locals and visitors for centuries. Created somewhere between 25 and 30 million years ago, Lake Baikal is considered the oldest
My Modern MetMachu Picchu 7 Facts About Machu Picchu That Show How Incredible the Inca Empire WasMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartThe powerful Inca Empire—the last of the great Andean civilizations—grew out of the Peruvian highlands in the early 13th century. Ruling over a population of 10 million people, they were the last fully
My Modern MetPlay buttonArt Interview: How an Avid Traveler Chronicles His Adventures Through Illustrated JournalsMy Modern Met - Sara BarnesTraveler Adam Hackländer traverses the world with a tin of watercolor paints to chronicle his adventures on the pages of a hardcover journal. The spreads comprise writing and images that record both the
My Modern MetArt 5 Rock-Solid Facts About Paris’ Amazing Arc de TriompheMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouSince 1836, the Arc de Triomphe has stood as a symbol of France’s fortitude. Intended to immortalize the armies who fought in the Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, this massive stone structure is one
My Modern MetHistory 6 Surprising Facts About the Roman ColosseumMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartThere’s nothing that exemplifies ancient Rome quite like the Colosseum. Constructed between 70 CE and 80 CE, this iconic piece of Roman architecture is not only the largest amphitheater ever built, but
My Modern MetGrandparents 97-Year-Old Grandpa Saves Village by Painting Buildings with Colorful ArtMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartA little over 10 years ago, a then-86-year-old Huang Yung-fu faced a dilemma. The Taiwanese government was threatening to knock down his village, as he was the last remaining resident, in attempts to a
My Modern MetPlay buttonNotre-Dame de Paris 6 Places in Paris Where You Can Still Experience Notre-Dame’s Medieval MagicMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouIn April, a fire devastated Notre-Dame Cathedral, one of Paris’ most beloved monuments. Fortunately, firefighters were able to extinguish the blaze before the 850-year-old building lost its integrity.
My Modern MetSustainability Self-Sustainable, Solar-Powered ‘Ecocapsule’ Pod Launches in the U.S.My Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouFor years, we’ve been excited about the Ecocapsule, a self-sustainable, solar-powered pod perfect for people who want to live off the grid. In 2018, we got to speak with CEO Tomáš Žáček about the future
My Modern MetArt 7 Famous Fountains Overflowing with Beauty Around the WorldMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouIf you want to take in the art and culture of a city, you might make your way to its most popular museums. On top of these indoor institutions, exploring en plein air art is a great way way to experience
My Modern Met 5 Historic Buildings in New York City That Can’t Be MissedMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartFilled with iconic buildings, New York City has always been shaped by its architecture. It’s this architecture that has helped New York transform from farmland to the bustling metropolis we know today.
My Modern Met Attend an Adults-Only Sleepover at the San Diego Zoo to See Giraffes From Your BedMy Modern Met - Sara BarnesYou might think that your days of sleepovers are long gone, but thanks to the San Diego Zoo, you can now feel like a kid again. Through their Roar and Snore events, you and your friends can spend a night
My Modern Met Take a Sweet Peek Inside Paris’ Oldest Chocolate ShopMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouAs the confectionery capital of the world, Paris has no shortage of candy shops. To succeed in a sea of macarons and madeleines, these confiseries must prove that they’re the cream of the crop—a feat family-run
My Modern MetArt 1,000+ Museums in France Will Offer Free Admission and Late Hours for One Special NightMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouFrance is full of exceptional museums—1,218 to be exact. To insure that these institutions are always properly cared for, France established the Ministry of Culture in 1959. While a primary goal of this
My Modern Met Discover the Intriguing History of an Unusual Castle Built into the Side of a CaveMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartThe weird and wonderful Predjama Castle seems like it belongs in a fantasy world, but the real history behind this Renaissance castle is much more interesting than fiction. Located in Slovenia, the incredible
My Modern MetPhotography Photographer Documents Wild Deer Freely Roaming the City Streets of Nara, JapanMy Modern Met - Emma TaggartIt’s not every day you see wild deer roaming about on concrete pavements… unless you live in Nara, Japan, where these not-so-shy creatures venture into the city. Kanagawa-based photographer Yoko Ishii
My Modern MetNetherlands Holland’s Largest “Flower Stream” Garden Bursts with 7 Million Colorful BloomsMy Modern Met - Jessica StewartEach year when spring arrives, one of the world’s largest flower gardens opens its doors to visitors, allowing millions to soak in its beauty. Stretching over 79 acres, the Keukenhof is a spectacular located
My Modern MetJapan Two Adorably Adventurous Cats Travel All Around Japan with Their HumanMy Modern Met - Emma TaggartIf you have cats, you know they have a mind of their own. These free-spirited creatures aren’t known for their obedience, but a special few will happily follow their humans wherever they go. Meet rescue
My Modern Met 6 of the Most Beautiful Metro Stations Around the WorldMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouDo you rely on underground trains to take you to and from work every day? If so, you know that commuting can grow a bit monotonous, especially when navigating the bland walls and beige walkways of a station.
My Modern Met Simple Sustainable Design Makes This Tokyo Hotel a Minimalist’s Dream Come TrueMy Modern Met - Kelly Richman-AbdouLast year, lifestyle brand Muji opened two new hotels in China. Inspired by the company’s belief that “simplicity is not merely modest or frugal, but could possibly be more appealing than luxury,” these
My Modern Met My Modern Met’s Art + Culture Guide to New York CityMy Modern Met - Sara BarnesNew York City has earned the reputation of being “the city that never sleeps” with good reason. There is so much to do and see that you’ll never be bored! From amazing museums to culinary delights from
