It all began in a basement. With a background in wooden shipbuilding and woodworking, Mike LaVechia was moved by the tides of York, Maine, and began designing surfboards in his home.
Off-Centered Adventures
There’s no better company than a furry explorer to keep us company on our Adventures!
Community Corner
For a taste of luxurious libation inspired by one of history’s most celebrated ships, you’ll need to travel far, far away from the ocean…
Adventure Curiously
Vibrant district home to Peranakan shophouses -- a taste of history & culture on the edge of Singapore's futuristic city-center.
Architectural Wonders
Mesmerized by the area’s natural beauty, it was in Sun Valley that the author felt like he could finally live the life of his many idealistic characters—hiking, hunting, and enjoying time with locals that knew the rugged landscape.
Impactful Patrons
An ice cream shop that serves up the royal treatment.
Off-Centered Adventures
The Old Course is enshrined in golf lore not only for being the oldest golf course in the world, but a site that also had a major impact on the modern game.
Adventure Curiously
AWA explores how timber is once again making a comeback as an essential construction element in the modern world.
In The Details
This beloved gateway to the South Korean palace, has endured several rounds of damage and restorations over its first 600 years of existence.
Architectural Wonders
This college is virtually unchanged since its opening in 1438, whispering centuries of stories to its visitors. The most famous tale of all? A Duck on Parade.
Quality Quirks
A crown jewel of historical artifacts in a place that was founded just a few years before the Magna Carta was signed.
History Lesson
Let's Discover
As you may know, our hearts have a soft spot for lighthouses, but looks like we aren't the only ones attempting to visit as many as we can.
In the Wild
Inspired by their favorite characters, see who brought the personas of Wes Anderson to life to celebrate spooky season.
Community Creators
A story of Old Western claims, nefarious activity, railroads, and lots of deception. Bring your pickaxe.
History Lesson
Offering the unique experience of diving into the history of the industrialized northern counties of England, this museum is anything but standard.
Off the beaten path
Welcome to Felicity, California — a tourist economy in a town of two, at the (semi-officially recognized) Center of the World.
Off the beaten path
Sometimes things don't go according to plan... in the most wonderful of ways.
Let's Discover
The imperfect history of how the Leaning Tower of Pisa--and the attempts (failures) to fix its tilt.
Architectural Wonders
Adventurers, WE did it. AWA brought home not one, but TWO prestigious awards from this year’s annual Webby Awards!
AWA IRL
Upon entry to the subterranean tunnel, commuters travel through a 572 meter tiled passage under the river Scheldt and emerge via the world's first wooden escalator.
Architectural Wonders
The KPH Maritime Radio Receiving Station still stands, saved by its historic legacy, a few highly dedicated volunteers… and a whole lotta luck.
History Lesson
A person who travels on foot is known as a wayfarer, and architectural photographer Wäyfarer taken to the streets to discover architectural wonders all around us.
Community Creators
Discover the mountain treasures of the birthplace of the Colorado Gold Rush and home of the first hot springs in America.
In The Details
The small, rugged town of Grand Junction was once no more than a pit stop along the train route between Denver and Salt Lake City. Then came the Avalon.
In The Details
Over the years, The Masters rules and traditions have developed alongside a tailored piece of clothing.
History Lesson
A new hotel named after the Mother of Fort Collins...or is it Auntie?
In The Details
We're not sure where you'll be able to fit your Queen-sized bed.
Quality Quirks
Hundreds of years after Ponce De Leon went in search of a fountain of youth, Henry Flagler found paradise on the Florida coast.
Down the Rabbit Hole
Gracing the old Lincoln Highway, this old hotel was famous for celebrities, Jazz Age luxury, and a deliciously iconic sandwich.
In The Details
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