This week’s roundup from NotVentures features skiing in South Korea, Brazilian hot spots and amazing underwater attractions.

FEATUREDThis week’s roundup from NotVentures features skiing in South Korea, Brazilian hot spots and amazing underwater attractions.

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Hard Graft goes Carry On! With their new leather/felt suitcase!

Hard Graft goes Carry On! With their new leather/felt suitcase!

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Marco Polo Reloaded is a four-part documentary travelogue along the length of the Silk Road. Accompany Lonely Planet travel writer Bradley Mayhew on an epic journey full of extraordinary adventures.

Marco Polo Reloaded is a four-part documentary travelogue along the length of the Silk Road. Accompany Lonely Planet travel writer Bradley Mayhew on an epic journey full of extraordinary adventures.

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Only in Italy are cured meats sold beside designer clothes: Agua & Food Agua & More, Milan

Only in Italy are cured meats sold beside designer clothes: Agua & Food Agua & More, Milan

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Poler's Camera Cooler! yes ~ this DSLR camera bag can double as a cooler to hold your 6 pack when you pull the dividers back!

Poler's Camera Cooler! yes ~ this DSLR camera bag can double as a cooler to hold your 6 pack when you pull the dividers back!

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Fascinating pretty little video from Louis Vuitton on how to pack...

VIDEOFascinating pretty little video from Louis Vuitton on how to pack...

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The interactive Cupnoodles Museum in Yokohama, Japan, covers the history of the instant ramen and offers up a lot of fun.

The interactive Cupnoodles Museum in Yokohama, Japan, covers the history of the instant ramen and offers up a lot of fun.

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"Reel" creates an ad-hoc “basket” for your bike to portage everything from patch kits to baguettes!

"Reel" creates an ad-hoc “basket” for your bike to portage everything from patch kits to baguettes!

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Tablet Hotels rounds up their best of the best for 2012! Top 10 lists in a variety of playful categories like Top 10 for Detoxing, Top 10 Cheerful & Colorful, Top 10 with Awe-inspiring Architecture and more.

Tablet Hotels rounds up their best of the best for 2012! Top 10 lists in a variety of playful categories like Top 10 for Detoxing, Top 10 Cheerful & Colorful, Top 10 with Awe-inspiring Architecture and more.

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An aviator hotel, cycling through northern Argentina and visiting the Vatican in a day are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

FEATUREDAn aviator hotel, cycling through northern Argentina and visiting the Vatican in a day are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

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Nau x Snow Peak Cafe Luxe Kit.

Nau x Snow Peak Cafe Luxe Kit.

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'Air Lair' is the latest concept in airplane seating by FactoryDesign and Contour Aerospace: the double-decker pods.

'Air Lair' is the latest concept in airplane seating by FactoryDesign and Contour Aerospace: the double-decker pods.

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The Villa K pool in Tagadert, Morocco, designed by Studio KO.

The Villa K pool in Tagadert, Morocco, designed by Studio KO.

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A visit to Best Made Co.'s Lumberland.

A visit to Best Made Co.'s Lumberland.

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Hotelify your bathroom ~ just because you aren't at a hotel, doesn't mean you can't experiment with fun new toiletries! Here are some fun sets for guys and girls to try out ~ whether for you or to stock your guest bathroom!

FEATUREDHotelify your bathroom ~ just because you aren't at a hotel, doesn't mean you can't experiment with fun new toiletries! Here are some fun sets for guys and girls to try out ~ whether for you or to stock your guest bathroom!

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After two Private-Beats mixtapes and a year of serious work, we are glad to introduce our first album: Pacific Shore. An audiovisual Trip inspired by a roadtrip under the California sun.

VIDEOAfter two Private-Beats mixtapes and a year of serious work, we are glad to introduce our first album: Pacific Shore. An audiovisual Trip inspired by a roadtrip under the California sun.

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Jenni Sparks' hand drawn map of London for evermade.

Jenni Sparks' hand drawn map of London for evermade.

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Whale-watching in Sri Lanka, breakfast with kangaroos and Scottish boltholes are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

FEATUREDWhale-watching in Sri Lanka, breakfast with kangaroos and Scottish boltholes are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

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Mission Workshop's Arkiv System of modular bags...

Mission Workshop's Arkiv System of modular bags...

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Williamsburg Brooklyn inspired wallpaper, by local designer Dan Funderburgh, for the Wythe Hotel.

Williamsburg Brooklyn inspired wallpaper, by local designer Dan Funderburgh, for the Wythe Hotel.

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The Boston Public Library's Print Department is home to more than 350 vintage travel posters, most dating from the 1920s-1940s, the “Golden Age of Travel.” And you can purchase prints!

The Boston Public Library's Print Department is home to more than 350 vintage travel posters, most dating from the 1920s-1940s, the “Golden Age of Travel.” And you can purchase prints!

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Camelbak Military and Tactical gear. In shopping for a new hydration pack, loving the Military side of Camelbak! Muted colors, more rugged and versatile options, even a chem bio defense section.

Camelbak Military and Tactical gear. In shopping for a new hydration pack, loving the Military side of Camelbak! Muted colors, more rugged and versatile options, even a chem bio defense section.

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Grow Nursery: Rare & Unusual Succulents ~ a peek into the incredible store of succulents and air plants in Cambria, CA.

FEATUREDGrow Nursery: Rare & Unusual Succulents ~ a peek into the incredible store of succulents and air plants in Cambria, CA.

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This week’s roundup from NotVentures includes luxury in the Cloud Forest, diving off Honduras and getaways in the Balearics.

FEATUREDThis week’s roundup from NotVentures includes luxury in the Cloud Forest, diving off Honduras and getaways in the Balearics.

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My favorite NOTCOT spots in NY ~ guest post on Mulberry's blog!

FEATUREDMy favorite NOTCOT spots in NY ~ guest post on Mulberry's blog!

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A cool new restaurant has sprouting up in Lisbon! SushiCafé Avenida, designed by Miguel Saraiva & Associados.

A cool new restaurant has sprouting up in Lisbon! SushiCafé Avenida, designed by Miguel Saraiva & Associados.

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A Colombian salt cathedral, surfing British Columbia and Hong Kong for art lovers are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures roundup.

FEATUREDA Colombian salt cathedral, surfing British Columbia and Hong Kong for art lovers are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures roundup.

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Fahrradi Farfall FFX is a Ferrari FXX lookalike,  world's most expensive bicycle costs a stunning £1.2 million with top speed of 10mph.

Fahrradi Farfall FFX is a Ferrari FXX lookalike, world's most expensive bicycle costs a stunning £1.2 million with top speed of 10mph.

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Disneyland opens up membership to its secret Club 33... and a new private lounge, 1901, named after the year Walt Disney was born. Opens at California Adventure in June and available to Club 33 members.

Disneyland opens up membership to its secret Club 33... and a new private lounge, 1901, named after the year Walt Disney was born. Opens at California Adventure in June and available to Club 33 members.

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Ai Weiwei and Herzog & de Meuron reveal their plans for the 12th Serpentine Pavilion, opens on June 1 as part of the London 2012 Festival.

Ai Weiwei and Herzog & de Meuron reveal their plans for the 12th Serpentine Pavilion, opens on June 1 as part of the London 2012 Festival.

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With that same spirit in mind as the Mama Shelter hotel in Paris, Philippe Starck designed Mama Shelter Marseille, which opened its doors in April 2012.

With that same spirit in mind as the Mama Shelter hotel in Paris, Philippe Starck designed Mama Shelter Marseille, which opened its doors in April 2012.

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The Bubbi Bottle ~ it can be completely rolled up when empty... made from Eco-friendly high grade silicone!

The Bubbi Bottle ~ it can be completely rolled up when empty... made from Eco-friendly high grade silicone!

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NOTCOT Supports: Penguin SatCam project... we just adopted a colony of penguins in Antartica. Check out this amazing penguin research project and join us in helping make it happen!

FEATUREDNOTCOT Supports: Penguin SatCam project... we just adopted a colony of penguins in Antartica. Check out this amazing penguin research project and join us in helping make it happen!

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Galata Antique Hotel by Bureau212 Architects from ISTANBUL. Yiğit Bileydi & Nirvana Çiftçi partners created a new soul of boutique hotel concept.

Galata Antique Hotel by Bureau212 Architects from ISTANBUL. Yiğit Bileydi & Nirvana Çiftçi partners created a new soul of boutique hotel concept.

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This is not your standard map of NYC. If you look carefully, you will can spot Rosie, the East River Monster, grappling with the Brooklyn Bridge. This is a limited edition print by Alternate Historie.

This is not your standard map of NYC. If you look carefully, you will can spot Rosie, the East River Monster, grappling with the Brooklyn Bridge. This is a limited edition print by Alternate Historie.

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Virgin Atlantic is giving Upper Class passengers the chance to cool their in-flight drinks in the most innovative way possible this Spring – with the launch of its 'Little Richard' ice cubes.

Virgin Atlantic is giving Upper Class passengers the chance to cool their in-flight drinks in the most innovative way possible this Spring – with the launch of its 'Little Richard' ice cubes.

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Gorgeous aerial footage of London shot by Jason Hawkes.

VIDEOGorgeous aerial footage of London shot by Jason Hawkes.

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Philips and Fairmont Hotels create magical suites. In Fairmont Singapore, the 'Hotel of the Future' suite has beautiful spaces with colors, effects and ambient  lighting.

Philips and Fairmont Hotels create magical suites. In Fairmont Singapore, the 'Hotel of the Future' suite has beautiful spaces with colors, effects and ambient lighting.

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David Batchelor presents the largest survey of his work to date at Regency Town House in Brighton. He is the lead artist in HOUSE 2012 visual art festival in Brighton, UK.

David Batchelor presents the largest survey of his work to date at Regency Town House in Brighton. He is the lead artist in HOUSE 2012 visual art festival in Brighton, UK.

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Virgin Atlantic launch PlaneView to showcase their new Upper Class Cabin.

Virgin Atlantic launch PlaneView to showcase their new Upper Class Cabin.

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The Mark Hotel in NYC now offers a fleet of bespoke Republic Bikes... and you can even borrow them to have the ultimate picnic in the park created by celebrated chef, George Vongerichten!

FEATUREDThe Mark Hotel in NYC now offers a fleet of bespoke Republic Bikes... and you can even borrow them to have the ultimate picnic in the park created by celebrated chef, George Vongerichten!

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Speed Flying from the Mont Blanc summit to the base looks like an extraordinary experience.

VIDEOSpeed Flying from the Mont Blanc summit to the base looks like an extraordinary experience.

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Newest Freitag Reference Limited Edition R515 is awesomely colorful and beach ready in 5 color palettes ~ my favorite is the WILLIAMS LETTEN!

Newest Freitag Reference Limited Edition R515 is awesomely colorful and beach ready in 5 color palettes ~ my favorite is the WILLIAMS LETTEN!

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Superfly - a new way to search flights! Superfly helps you organize your miles, and provides a Kayak-like search engine to help you find the best flight given your frequent flyer memberships.

Superfly - a new way to search flights! Superfly helps you organize your miles, and provides a Kayak-like search engine to help you find the best flight given your frequent flyer memberships.

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Visit The Louvre and you can use a Nintendo 3DS to access an exclusive audio-visual tour. In lively and informal on-the-spot interviews, the museum’s curators and lecturers share their expert knowledge of the Louvre and its artworks.

Visit The Louvre and you can use a Nintendo 3DS to access an exclusive audio-visual tour. In lively and informal on-the-spot interviews, the museum’s curators and lecturers share their expert knowledge of the Louvre and its artworks.

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This mural was painted by Angry Woebots in April 2012 as part of G40 by Art Whino.

This mural was painted by Angry Woebots in April 2012 as part of G40 by Art Whino.

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 Stanley Nineteen13 Collection 1-Handed Water Bottle. Great logo - crowned bear with wings? Gorgeous minimal collection with nice details ~ and the 1-handed water bottle has a brilliantly simple opening.

FEATURED Stanley Nineteen13 Collection 1-Handed Water Bottle. Great logo - crowned bear with wings? Gorgeous minimal collection with nice details ~ and the 1-handed water bottle has a brilliantly simple opening.

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Elmgreen & Dragset will install a new permanent public sculpture on the Elsinore, Denmark waterfront, of 'Han'-  a posed boy made of shiny stainless steel, who will blink creepily once every hour.

Elmgreen & Dragset will install a new permanent public sculpture on the Elsinore, Denmark waterfront, of 'Han'- a posed boy made of shiny stainless steel, who will blink creepily once every hour.

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Mr & Mrs Smith's Italy Guide ~ "a hand-picked selection of 32 of the country’s most stylish boutique hotels: from contemporary city slickers and baroque palazzi to shabby-chic farmhouses and coastal villa retreats."

Mr & Mrs Smith's Italy Guide ~ "a hand-picked selection of 32 of the country’s most stylish boutique hotels: from contemporary city slickers and baroque palazzi to shabby-chic farmhouses and coastal villa retreats."

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Up close with Incase's DSLR Sling Pack and DSLR Pro Sling Pack. When having trouble picking between the two tempting camera bags, we show you all the details that helped us decide!

FEATUREDUp close with Incase's DSLR Sling Pack and DSLR Pro Sling Pack. When having trouble picking between the two tempting camera bags, we show you all the details that helped us decide!

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Missoni's splendidly zig-zagged stripes invade Slovenia for a month-long exhibition.

Missoni's splendidly zig-zagged stripes invade Slovenia for a month-long exhibition.

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A fun travel shade idea - dreamstate's neoprene sleepmasks were inspired by vintage frames and come in 10+ colors ...

A fun travel shade idea - dreamstate's neoprene sleepmasks were inspired by vintage frames and come in 10+ colors ...

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Great giftset packaging from the Savory Spice Shop, and a peek into the new OC Mart Mix, an interesting interiors/fashion/foodie space in Costa Mesa.

FEATUREDGreat giftset packaging from the Savory Spice Shop, and a peek into the new OC Mart Mix, an interesting interiors/fashion/foodie space in Costa Mesa.

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Killspencer Dopp Kits - It can swap from a box like dopp shape to a flat folio shape.

Killspencer Dopp Kits - It can swap from a box like dopp shape to a flat folio shape.

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Mystical Antelope Canyon, stunning Chilean national parks and Roman ruins in Morocco are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

FEATUREDMystical Antelope Canyon, stunning Chilean national parks and Roman ruins in Morocco are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

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Travel Humidifier - "Just add your own water bottle, plug the unit in and enjoy clean, moist air. Fits most standard PET bottles (max 17 oz). Features an automatic shut off and emits no sound."

Travel Humidifier - "Just add your own water bottle, plug the unit in and enjoy clean, moist air. Fits most standard PET bottles (max 17 oz). Features an automatic shut off and emits no sound."

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Hotel Tonight just launched their iPad app ~ and the images and UI on the iPad (esp with the retina display) are stunning!!!

Hotel Tonight just launched their iPad app ~ and the images and UI on the iPad (esp with the retina display) are stunning!!!

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Designed by Partners & Spade in conjunction with VSTR, the Nomadic Pack includes a detachable laptop bag, and a lightweight stowable hammock. Not sure about having the laptop on the unzipable front... but interesting concept.

Designed by Partners & Spade in conjunction with VSTR, the Nomadic Pack includes a detachable laptop bag, and a lightweight stowable hammock. Not sure about having the laptop on the unzipable front... but interesting concept.

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Freitag's new F60 JOAN bag - "Bicyclable thanks to two Velcro Straps that allow mounting the bag to your handlebars"

Freitag's new F60 JOAN bag - "Bicyclable thanks to two Velcro Straps that allow mounting the bag to your handlebars"

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This is a spring bike re-work project from Ljubljana, Slovenia, where 20 artists reworked 20 old bikes in 10 days.

VIDEOThis is a spring bike re-work project from Ljubljana, Slovenia, where 20 artists reworked 20 old bikes in 10 days.

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Happy Friday! Get inspired for your next adventures with NotVentures.

FEATUREDHappy Friday! Get inspired for your next adventures with NotVentures.

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Baggu leather colors for spring are so fun and refreshing!

Baggu leather colors for spring are so fun and refreshing!

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Snow Peak Titanium Spork with Skull textured handle from Triple Aught Design.

Snow Peak Titanium Spork with Skull textured handle from Triple Aught Design.

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Hotel Tonight's sleek app led us to La Valencia and the brand new Pantai Inn in La Jolla for a spontaneous weekend getaway... last minute luxury hotel deals accessible only via iphone/android!

FEATUREDHotel Tonight's sleek app led us to La Valencia and the brand new Pantai Inn in La Jolla for a spontaneous weekend getaway... last minute luxury hotel deals accessible only via iphone/android!

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Plan your next getaway with NotVentures. This week’s roundup includes Irish castles, tropical overwater bungalows, Ecuadorian birdwatching and more.

FEATUREDPlan your next getaway with NotVentures. This week’s roundup includes Irish castles, tropical overwater bungalows, Ecuadorian birdwatching and more.

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College Humor's Travel Posters for Lazy People ~ travel to the internet, fridge, hulu, your bed, skyrim, and your cell... they are prettier than you'd imagine!

College Humor's Travel Posters for Lazy People ~ travel to the internet, fridge, hulu, your bed, skyrim, and your cell... they are prettier than you'd imagine!

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Daniel Hotel in Vienna

Daniel Hotel in Vienna

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Radium, built by Isaac Blankensmith, is a portable time-lapse dolly that collapses to fit into a backpack.

Radium, built by Isaac Blankensmith, is a portable time-lapse dolly that collapses to fit into a backpack.

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A carousel bar in New Orleans, stops for your Italian foodie tour and a weekend in Vietnam are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

FEATUREDA carousel bar in New Orleans, stops for your Italian foodie tour and a weekend in Vietnam are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

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Eames Office for American Airlines ~ lovely surprise to run into these Eames exclusive amenity pouches on American Airlines! Too cute ~ their Dot pattern is inside, outside, and on the zipper pull!

FEATUREDEames Office for American Airlines ~ lovely surprise to run into these Eames exclusive amenity pouches on American Airlines! Too cute ~ their Dot pattern is inside, outside, and on the zipper pull!

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This week’s roundup from NotVentures includes a Balinese sea temple, foodie secrets in Venice and 48 hours in Stuttgart.

FEATUREDThis week’s roundup from NotVentures includes a Balinese sea temple, foodie secrets in Venice and 48 hours in Stuttgart.

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New from BAGGU! Perfectly simple sleeves made from 100% recycled Canvas and lined in 100% recycled PET fleece. 13", 15" and iPad.

New from BAGGU! Perfectly simple sleeves made from 100% recycled Canvas and lined in 100% recycled PET fleece. 13", 15" and iPad.

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Country houses in Ireland, diving in Fiji and a giant egg hunt in London are all part of this week's roundup from Notventures.

FEATUREDCountry houses in Ireland, diving in Fiji and a giant egg hunt in London are all part of this week's roundup from Notventures.

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Rio's Carnaval Samba Parades at the Sambodrome are amazing ~ here's a peek at our helicopter flyover as well as views from inside these all nighter parades! (Also you have to see the huge balloon shake its booty in video!)

FEATUREDRio's Carnaval Samba Parades at the Sambodrome are amazing ~ here's a peek at our helicopter flyover as well as views from inside these all nighter parades! (Also you have to see the huge balloon shake its booty in video!)

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Ipanema from the sky... from the Hotel Fasano Rooftop pool/bar... from down on the beach as a Rio Carnaval Blocos is about to start...

FEATUREDIpanema from the sky... from the Hotel Fasano Rooftop pool/bar... from down on the beach as a Rio Carnaval Blocos is about to start...

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A peek inside my room at the Hotel Santa Teresa in Rio De Janeiro for Carnaval... gorgeous pool, hammock on the patio, and more!

FEATUREDA peek inside my room at the Hotel Santa Teresa in Rio De Janeiro for Carnaval... gorgeous pool, hammock on the patio, and more!

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Brazilian eco-escapes, illuminated Jerusalem and the definition of first class travel are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

FEATUREDBrazilian eco-escapes, illuminated Jerusalem and the definition of first class travel are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

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Italy's June design Showcase from Bisazza Foundation to house incredible italian works such as Alessandro Mendini's 'Poltrona di Proust Monumentale'.

Italy's June design Showcase from Bisazza Foundation to house incredible italian works such as Alessandro Mendini's 'Poltrona di Proust Monumentale'.

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At the Helsinki café Kauko, the coffee is free, but the experience is unpredictable. A Web site with live video lets Internet users raise or lower the seats and tables, dim the lights, or change the music

At the Helsinki café Kauko, the coffee is free, but the experience is unpredictable. A Web site with live video lets Internet users raise or lower the seats and tables, dim the lights, or change the music

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Beautiful interactive Reykjavik center map

Beautiful interactive Reykjavik center map

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London's Design Museum is to be relocated to the modernist shell of the former Commonwealth Institute, and the interior redesign by John Pawson architecture firm.

London's Design Museum is to be relocated to the modernist shell of the former Commonwealth Institute, and the interior redesign by John Pawson architecture firm.

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Behind the scenes with Takashi Murakami as he and his Kaikai Kiki team prepare to launch his first exhibition in Middle East. Opens 9 Feb 2012 in Doha - Qatar.

VIDEOBehind the scenes with Takashi Murakami as he and his Kaikai Kiki team prepare to launch his first exhibition in Middle East. Opens 9 Feb 2012 in Doha - Qatar.

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A closer look at Terra New York's stylish/100% waterproof, heat sealed TPU/ Urethane rainwear!

FEATUREDA closer look at Terra New York's stylish/100% waterproof, heat sealed TPU/ Urethane rainwear!

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Changing environments at the Ace Hotel Palm Springs with Comex paint, Curated by Arkitip ~ 5 journalists, 5 rooms painted different colors, 5 nights switching through them to experience the effects of color...

Changing environments at the Ace Hotel Palm Springs with Comex paint, Curated by Arkitip ~ 5 journalists, 5 rooms painted different colors, 5 nights switching through them to experience the effects of color...

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#45995
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The Concept Tent designed in association with Kaleidoscope and builds on learnings from the original Orange Solar Tent that was trialled at Glastonbury in 2003, as well as 2004’s Orange Text Me Home Dome.

The Concept Tent designed in association with Kaleidoscope and builds on learnings from the original Orange Solar Tent that was trialled at Glastonbury in 2003, as well as 2004’s Orange Text Me Home Dome.

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Waterfall Restaurant in the Village of Escudero, Philippines. Patrons eat right next to the breathtaking waterfall and have water flowing around their feet!

Waterfall Restaurant in the Village of Escudero, Philippines. Patrons eat right next to the breathtaking waterfall and have water flowing around their feet!

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Maryam Montague of the My Marrakesh has a new book  - Marrakesh by Design, to be published by Artisan Books!

Maryam Montague of the My Marrakesh has a new book - Marrakesh by Design, to be published by Artisan Books!

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Inaugurated end of 2011 in the Alps of Seis am Schlern, Trentino-Alto Adige, the Alpina Dolomites is a chic hotel of wood, stone and glass, designed with eco-sustainability in mind.

Inaugurated end of 2011 in the Alps of Seis am Schlern, Trentino-Alto Adige, the Alpina Dolomites is a chic hotel of wood, stone and glass, designed with eco-sustainability in mind.

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#45876
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iampacked.com ~ exactly as it sounds ~ sharing pics of what people are packing... as well as their name, age, location, occupation, and destination... and what's packed of course!

iampacked.com ~ exactly as it sounds ~ sharing pics of what people are packing... as well as their name, age, location, occupation, and destination... and what's packed of course!

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#45846
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Yosemite HD was a collaboration between Sheldon Neill and Colin Delehanty. This particular series of time-lapse clips is strikingly beautiful.

VIDEOYosemite HD was a collaboration between Sheldon Neill and Colin Delehanty. This particular series of time-lapse clips is strikingly beautiful.

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The recent solar flare made for some amazing Auroras. Check out this collection of photos from the recent phenomenon.

The recent solar flare made for some amazing Auroras. Check out this collection of photos from the recent phenomenon.

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A testament to real luxury: The Tiffany Suite at The St. Regis, New York.

A testament to real luxury: The Tiffany Suite at The St. Regis, New York.

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#45792
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Kazakhstan's gorgeous new subway system, 23 years in the making.

Kazakhstan's gorgeous new subway system, 23 years in the making.

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#45783
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Beautiful timelapse of Argentinian Patagonia by Ignacio Leonardi.

VIDEOBeautiful timelapse of Argentinian Patagonia by Ignacio Leonardi.

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#45774
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'An Uncle's Guide to London', an illustrated map by Deanna Halsall

'An Uncle's Guide to London', an illustrated map by Deanna Halsall

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#45742
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Nova Arctica is an architectural study developed by Joseph Battistelli and Eric Boyer of an offshore urban landscape as an answer to the constant melting of the
Arctic sea ice.

Nova Arctica is an architectural study developed by Joseph Battistelli and Eric Boyer of an offshore urban landscape as an answer to the constant melting of the
Arctic sea ice.

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Check out the Diesel Farm, where their vineyard produces wine, olive oil, and grappa. The tilt-shift intro is also pretty awesome.

Check out the Diesel Farm, where their vineyard produces wine, olive oil, and grappa. The tilt-shift intro is also pretty awesome.

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12" Laser cut paper Eiffel Tower model that assembles without glue, tape or fasteners. Design was based on the original plans.

12" Laser cut paper Eiffel Tower model that assembles without glue, tape or fasteners. Design was based on the original plans.

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Coffee time at L'Hotel de Vendome, Paris.

Coffee time at L'Hotel de Vendome, Paris.

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Taking color cues from the indigenous flowers of the desert region, the new Saguaro property is in full bloom. Opening in Palm Springs in February, the bold design elements pack a punch amidst the balmy backdrop of palms.

Taking color cues from the indigenous flowers of the desert region, the new Saguaro property is in full bloom. Opening in Palm Springs in February, the bold design elements pack a punch amidst the balmy backdrop of palms.

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#45658
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Couple Up to Buckle Up - The 2 for 1 offer you need to be 2 to see.

VIDEOCouple Up to Buckle Up - The 2 for 1 offer you need to be 2 to see.

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#45614
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On CES temptations ! NANUK's protective cases are gorgeous and can handle anything... love the powerclaw  closures and the new roller bag is coming this year!

On CES temptations ! NANUK's protective cases are gorgeous and can handle anything... love the powerclaw closures and the new roller bag is coming this year!

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#45580
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In Switzerland, the 104 year old Berghotel Muottas Muragl has been completely renovated!

In Switzerland, the 104 year old Berghotel Muottas Muragl has been completely renovated!

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#45574
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A new five-story creation called the Zellig Sculpture, which contains three glass bridges and 2000 meters of steel tubing, has been created inside the Custard Factory by Nottingham based design firm Philip Watts.

A new five-story creation called the Zellig Sculpture, which contains three glass bridges and 2000 meters of steel tubing, has been created inside the Custard Factory by Nottingham based design firm Philip Watts.

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#45523
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Tenbosch House, a charming B&B in Brussels by Patrice Lémeret, Michel Penneman, Catharina Eklof.

Tenbosch House, a charming B&B in Brussels by Patrice Lémeret, Michel Penneman, Catharina Eklof.

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#45503
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A hotel of caravans and huts arranged inside a vacuum-cleaner factory shares a piece of Berlin counterculture (Schrebergartenglück) with travelers.

A hotel of caravans and huts arranged inside a vacuum-cleaner factory shares a piece of Berlin counterculture (Schrebergartenglück) with travelers.

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#45492
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Moleskine Luggage Tags ~ interesting design based on their notebooks... curious how they hold up through serious check in travel.

Moleskine Luggage Tags ~ interesting design based on their notebooks... curious how they hold up through serious check in travel.

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#45444
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Hand screen printed posters titled 'You are Here'. Using old and new maps, the desired location is centered and screen printed, offering unique and varied designs.

Hand screen printed posters titled 'You are Here'. Using old and new maps, the desired location is centered and screen printed, offering unique and varied designs.

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#45387
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Delta Airlines finds out where your bags go after they pass through those black rubber flaps at the airport, mounting 6 cameras in a bag to track its journey.

VIDEODelta Airlines finds out where your bags go after they pass through those black rubber flaps at the airport, mounting 6 cameras in a bag to track its journey.

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#45376
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A year of NotVentures! So many beaches and mountains and cities to explore ~ here are 100 of the top posts from 2011! Excited to see what 2012 will bring!

FEATUREDA year of NotVentures! So many beaches and mountains and cities to explore ~ here are 100 of the top posts from 2011! Excited to see what 2012 will bring!

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#45318
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Ultimate Survival Technologies SaberCut Saw - Another option for a hand-operated chain saw which cuts and clears in both directions, so every stroke eats through whatever you need cut.  It has self-cleaning cutting teeth and a custom carrying case.

Ultimate Survival Technologies SaberCut Saw - Another option for a hand-operated chain saw which cuts and clears in both directions, so every stroke eats through whatever you need cut. It has self-cleaning cutting teeth and a custom carrying case.

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#45286
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Rimowa x Moncler go on holiday... the result? A chimera of a carry-on...

FEATUREDRimowa x Moncler go on holiday... the result? A chimera of a carry-on...

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#45271
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A great find in New Orleans, the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum.

A great find in New Orleans, the New Orleans Pharmacy Museum.

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#45269
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"We boxed some mountains for you." ~ Eleven Inc sends over Sun Valley, Idaho in a wooden box filled with a selection of objects and films/stories!

FEATURED"We boxed some mountains for you." ~ Eleven Inc sends over Sun Valley, Idaho in a wooden box filled with a selection of objects and films/stories!

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#45253
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The Boston Public Library's Print Department has a stunning collection of vintage travel posters ~ a time when their designs were filled with wonder and possibility. Take a peek at my favorites!

FEATUREDThe Boston Public Library's Print Department has a stunning collection of vintage travel posters ~ a time when their designs were filled with wonder and possibility. Take a peek at my favorites!

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#45248
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Amazing vintage map of Great Britain ~ you have to see the huge version to appreciate the tine details ~ like the sheep! and engineering and such...

Amazing vintage map of Great Britain ~ you have to see the huge version to appreciate the tine details ~ like the sheep! and engineering and such...

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#45243
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KLM Passport is a travel blog, picture postcard, and snapshot slideshow - in one handy app. Share them directly via Facebook or export movies to your phone’s camera roll, for other sharing options.

VIDEOKLM Passport is a travel blog, picture postcard, and snapshot slideshow - in one handy app. Share them directly via Facebook or export movies to your phone’s camera roll, for other sharing options.

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#45076
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Firefly forests, Svalbard seed banks and Bohemian romance are all part of this week's roundup from Notventures.

FEATUREDFirefly forests, Svalbard seed banks and Bohemian romance are all part of this week's roundup from Notventures.

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#45068
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Exoplantery Traveling, here we come! We are no longer alone in the universe. This made the artist Vincent Vermeij aka Chungkong think: "What if we could travel to these extrasolar planets?"

Exoplantery Traveling, here we come! We are no longer alone in the universe. This made the artist Vincent Vermeij aka Chungkong think: "What if we could travel to these extrasolar planets?"

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#45035
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Rob Whitworth takes us on an adventure through "Traffic in Frenetic HCMC, Vietnam" and it's an absolute trip to see how crazed it is through 10,000 RAW images!

FEATUREDRob Whitworth takes us on an adventure through "Traffic in Frenetic HCMC, Vietnam" and it's an absolute trip to see how crazed it is through 10,000 RAW images!

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#44988
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Tent City! Love these modular tent systems by Logos that can keep expanding...

Tent City! Love these modular tent systems by Logos that can keep expanding...

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#44955
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Quirky secret bars, top spots for ice skating and tropical getaways are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

FEATUREDQuirky secret bars, top spots for ice skating and tropical getaways are all part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

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#44914
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SnowXu foldable snowshoes.  The most portable full-function showshoes.  Light, compact and easiest binding of any snowshoe.  When folded a set is smaller than a yoga mat bag (bag is included).  Easily fit 2 sets on a single pack.

SnowXu foldable snowshoes. The most portable full-function showshoes. Light, compact and easiest binding of any snowshoe. When folded a set is smaller than a yoga mat bag (bag is included). Easily fit 2 sets on a single pack.

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#44893
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Holiday lighting can be taken to quite the extreme if you find the right neighborhoods... Jackson explores some areas of LA and finds some pretty impressive setups!

FEATUREDHoliday lighting can be taken to quite the extreme if you find the right neighborhoods... Jackson explores some areas of LA and finds some pretty impressive setups!

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#44890
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An unbox of the adorable new Geneva Sound System XS bluetooth speaker, alarm, radio in the retro-esque clamshell case. Also a side by side with the Jawbone Jambox and Logitech Mini Boombox.

FEATUREDAn unbox of the adorable new Geneva Sound System XS bluetooth speaker, alarm, radio in the retro-esque clamshell case. Also a side by side with the Jawbone Jambox and Logitech Mini Boombox.

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#44871
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The new cloak bag has arrived. Protecting your DSLR from thievery and giving you the opportunity to take the shot.

The new cloak bag has arrived. Protecting your DSLR from thievery and giving you the opportunity to take the shot.

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#44833
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"Project 991" was the top secret test for the new 2012 Carrera 911. Watch as the engineers rigorously test in South Africa and the Arctic Circle. Beautiful car in beautiful places!

VIDEO"Project 991" was the top secret test for the new 2012 Carrera 911. Watch as the engineers rigorously test in South Africa and the Arctic Circle. Beautiful car in beautiful places!

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#44819
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Finding Oregon, a stunning time lapse from Uncage the soul productions.

VIDEOFinding Oregon, a stunning time lapse from Uncage the soul productions.

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#44746
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Crumpled City Maps now come in a JUNIOR version for Amsterdam, Berlin, London, New York and Paris! Playfully illustrated, these are filled with must see spots for kids...

FEATUREDCrumpled City Maps now come in a JUNIOR version for Amsterdam, Berlin, London, New York and Paris! Playfully illustrated, these are filled with must see spots for kids...

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#44732
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Aesop's Daring Cases in Favour of Science gift sets!  There is the Theory of Evolution, Accelerating Universe, States of Matter, Special Relativity, Laws of Motion, Centre of Gravity, and Celestial Mechanics. Great graphics!

FEATUREDAesop's Daring Cases in Favour of Science gift sets! There is the Theory of Evolution, Accelerating Universe, States of Matter, Special Relativity, Laws of Motion, Centre of Gravity, and Celestial Mechanics. Great graphics!

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#44703
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New Mexico Biopark Society's holiday light sculptures, "River of Lights", in the Botanic Gardens ~ from whale to octopus, t-rex to cars, and more! Even video of it action...

FEATUREDNew Mexico Biopark Society's holiday light sculptures, "River of Lights", in the Botanic Gardens ~ from whale to octopus, t-rex to cars, and more! Even video of it action...

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#44688
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Triple Aught Design's latest variation of their Titanium Skeleton Key ~ a highly versatile precision mini-tool made in the USA from a solid 6AL-4V Titanium billet.

Triple Aught Design's latest variation of their Titanium Skeleton Key ~ a highly versatile precision mini-tool made in the USA from a solid 6AL-4V Titanium billet.

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#44658
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Leather roll-up travel charger

Leather roll-up travel charger

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#44639
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Holiday travel patterns as captured by Foursquare.

Holiday travel patterns as captured by Foursquare.

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#44616
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Christmas markets, coral lodges and Canadian escapes are all a part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

FEATUREDChristmas markets, coral lodges and Canadian escapes are all a part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

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#44609
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Poler's Duffaluffagus ~ love that it has straps on the bottom so that you can pull it around on a skateboard.

Poler's Duffaluffagus ~ love that it has straps on the bottom so that you can pull it around on a skateboard.

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#44608
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Bompass & Parr's ultimate Adventure Hamper ~ filled with everything from axes and flares to magnums of champagne (vintage piper!) as well as culinary delights for the finest of palettes.

FEATUREDBompass & Parr's ultimate Adventure Hamper ~ filled with everything from axes and flares to magnums of champagne (vintage piper!) as well as culinary delights for the finest of palettes.

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#44594
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Snow Peak ~ multipurpose camping goods perfect for home and vice versa. The modular cooking setups can dock right into a garden table! The lamps are incredibly versatile, and check out the folding bamboo table.

FEATUREDSnow Peak ~ multipurpose camping goods perfect for home and vice versa. The modular cooking setups can dock right into a garden table! The lamps are incredibly versatile, and check out the folding bamboo table.

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#44575
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A visual history of Manhattan's grid.

A visual history of Manhattan's grid.

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#44534
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Smithsonian 3D Digitization team just got back from field work in Chile. These are raw, uncut time lapses of us doing what we do. We will release more each week. Check it out before editors start editing.

VIDEOSmithsonian 3D Digitization team just got back from field work in Chile. These are raw, uncut time lapses of us doing what we do. We will release more each week. Check it out before editors start editing.

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#44526
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 Rüdiger Nehmzow’s Cloud Collection while like our "Operation Window Seat" ~ are actually taken out of an OPEN plane DOOR at 4 miles up over Brazil. The making of video is as fun as the pictures!

FEATURED Rüdiger Nehmzow’s Cloud Collection while like our "Operation Window Seat" ~ are actually taken out of an OPEN plane DOOR at 4 miles up over Brazil. The making of video is as fun as the pictures!

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#44524
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Firefly squid, grandeur in Bordeaux and underground hotels are all a part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

FEATUREDFirefly squid, grandeur in Bordeaux and underground hotels are all a part of this week’s roundup from NotVentures.

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#44462
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Chrome Citizen Buckle Bag - NIGHT Series - love the stealthy black in the day (down to logo and signature seat belt buckle) and it all goes reflective with light!

Chrome Citizen Buckle Bag - NIGHT Series - love the stealthy black in the day (down to logo and signature seat belt buckle) and it all goes reflective with light!

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#44458
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A new modern (and colorful) take on the USA map. Each state is filled with a pattern drawn by Jennifer Hill. All 50 patterns are inspired by an imaginary vacation to a different locale. It is available as a poster or stretched on canvas and ready to hang.

A new modern (and colorful) take on the USA map. Each state is filled with a pattern drawn by Jennifer Hill. All 50 patterns are inspired by an imaginary vacation to a different locale. It is available as a poster or stretched on canvas and ready to hang.

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#44437
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