Reminder: World Hum’s Restless Legs Reading in NYC Tonight

Louvre, Pompidou Expanding in France and Overseas

Would-Be ‘Hijacker’ Subdued on Turkish Flight

Rabbit, Run … Away

Love Herring in Sweden

From artery-clogging casseroles to a fermented concoction that smells alarmingly like vinegary flatulence, Lola Akinmade digs in to a smörgåsbord of herring and explains how to best appreciate Scandinavia’s favorite fish. 

The Water Is Wide

Bronwen Dickey considers Tim Butcher’s “Blood River: A Journey to Africa’s Broken Heart,” which takes readers deep into the Congo

Vagrant Ruminations of a Compulsive Traveler

Where does the urge to hunt for that “fleeting fix of elsewhere” come from? Peter Wortsman recalls a life of travel inspiration. 

Rolf Potts: Revelations from a Postmodern Travel Writer

His new book “Marco Polo Didn’t Go There” includes his best stories from the past 10 years. Michael Yessis asks him how travel writing has changed in the last decade—and what he sees for the future.

Notes From an Unofficial Tourist Greeter

Summer is over, and so is Julia Ross‘ season as an ambassador to travelers in Washington, D.C.’s Woodley Park neighborhood. She’s happy to be off duty.

10 Great Travel Race Movies

Slow travel is well and good. But there’s something irresistible about a great travel race movie. World Hum Travel Movie Clubbers Eva Holland and Eli Ellison share their favorite vicarious thrill rides.

How Should I Spend My Time in Spain?

Vagabonding traveler Rolf Potts answers your questions about travel

Dr. Beach Unveils Top 10 Beaches of 2008

This list is bunk.  Carova Beach in Corolla, NC, is way nicer than Hatteras in most North Carolinians opinions.

I second that. The guy is from Florida, and he keeps listing Florida beaches at the top every year. CA has one beach, which comes in fifth. Gimme a break.

I agree with Ling,California has one beach,c’mon man!I think Dr. Beach is on the pipe.

It is time that Florida beaches get some recognition. The lists I have seen in the past consist of Cali beaches by Cali natives. Many beaches in Florida are more beautiful than in Cali. The sand is whiter and softer, water clearer and warmer, and the sunsets are absolutely divine. Been to both.

I REALLY THINK YOU SHOULD COME TO MY COUNTRY, SPECIFICALLY TO FLAMENCO’S BEACH, CULEBRA, WHICH IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL BEACHES I’VE SEEN IN THE WORLD, I THINK YOU’D BE AMAZED AND MAYBE IT COULD BE ON THE TOP TEN BEACHES OF 2009, THAT’S MY OPINION, THANKS

eh… those beaches in new york and in california don’t seem to be such wonders, im telling you, come to Puerto Rico, not to be a show-off but we have lots of great beaches, we’re an island in the caribbean. there are rincon’s beaches in the west coast, Playa Azul, Luquillo, in the northeast coast. you have Gilligan’s Island in the south, Cabo Rojo, Salinas, Isla Verde, Flamenco Beach in Culebra, Vieques beaches, etc etc etc. i really think you should pay a visit to my country, you will find gorgeous beaches, i promise you that.

I think it is about time to include some ‘saltfree’ beaches!

Seriously, this guy must be insane. He has obviously never been to Puerto Rico. Any of our beaches should be on the top 10. Especially Flamenco Beach in Culebra. This list is a joke.

Um, sorry I don’t really consider Puerto Rico part of the United states, this is a US beach list.

Interesting to see so many Florida beaches indeed. I’ve been to CA and Florida and would have to say that there is no big difference.

i used to give this guy credit but any list of top beaches that include anything to do with new york must be high...and im from there!