The Explorer’s Desk
What to Pack for Costa Rica in Dry Season: The Field-Tested List
Rainforest at breakfast, cloud forest by afternoon, a Pacific sunset by evening. Here is how to pack for every climate Costa Rica can fit into a single week.
Arctic vs. Antarctica: Which Polar Expedition Is Right for You?
Polar bears or penguins, midnight sun or a continent of ice. A side-by-side look at the two ends of the Earth, and how to choose the one that is calling you first.