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16 Idyllic Hotels in the Catskills, Where Design Meets the Upstate Wild
Whether you’re a city dweller craving fresh air or a local looking for a refined weekend retreat, these properties combine modern comfort with an easy sense of place.
Seeking Texas's Sartorial Soul in Forth Worth, an Apex of Cowboy Culture and Craft
Christine Lennon does a deep dive into what has become an epicenter of haute-rodeo lifestyle and a prime destination for bespoke high-end westernwear.
Long Live the Hard Rock—Inside the Kitsch, Memorabilia, and Excess That Lives On
Writer Jessica Chapel on the memories and lore that keeps the brand iconic—and close to home.
Dive Into These European Airbnbs With Pools, From Italy to Greece
Cool off with a dip in these picturesque waters.
The Timeless Boot That Deserves a Spot in Your Suitcase This Fall
An ode to Chelsea boots, and all the reasons why you should take them everywhere you go.
You Can Now ‘Ask Maps’ For Hyper-Specific Travel Advice. But Should You?
A Luddite-leaning travel writer tests out Google Map's new AI integration on a family trip to New Jersey.
38 Best Hotels in Tokyo for Ryokan Stays and High-Rise Views
Whether it's a ryokan in city limits or a quirky boutique, Japan's capital has a little bit of everything.
9 Hotels on Working Farms Where You Can Berry Pick, Hang Out With Animals, and Eat Fresh From the Field
Put your clogs on and become one with the land at these farm stays around the world.
NYC’s Newest Glamping Stay Is Dressed Like the Wild West
The Urban Cowboy x Collective Retreats tent is an oasis of vintage Americana just eight minutes from downtown Manhattan.
Craft Retreats Are all the Rage—These Are the Ones Worth Booking
As travelers yearn to connect with artisans and practice craft, a new slate of trips offers just that.
The Best Foldable Phones
In the past, Wirecutter hasn’t recommended foldable phones due to concerns regarding their durability and price. But that has changed
Most Gift Baskets Are Terrible. These Are Great.
Gift baskets often get a bad rap, and many deserve it for their uninspired components: stale crackers, gritty chocolate, Red Delicious apples that are anything but
The Best Personalized Photo Gifts
Think back to the first gift you ever gave someone. For one Wirecutter staffer, it was a photo mug from a mall kiosk. For another, it was a photo ornament with a macaroni frame
The Best Tripod
Despite the fantastic image stabilization in today’s cameras and lenses, sometimes you just need a tripod for extra stability
The Very Best Labor Day Deals You Can Already Buy
Don’t squander these final blissful moments of summer, moping around as the inevitable draws near — back to school, back to work, back to real life
REI’s End-of-Summer Sale Is Here. We Found 27 Deals on Outdoor Gear Our Experts Love.
If you’re already daydreaming of cooler weather, consider it an advantage: While other folks are still soaking up the sun, you can start strategizing
TV Buying Guide
TV technology has advanced to the point where even affordable TVs can look really good
The Best Hair Straightener
I have an indelible childhood memory of my Aunt Cherie’s beauty routine: It involved her hauling out the ironing board, bending at the waist
I wanted to hate Nvidia’s DLSS 5 ‘AI filter’ — but the real DLSS 5 is photorealistic black magic
I tested official DLSS 5 in NBA 2K27. Forget the leaked mods — here is why Nvidia's 3D-guided neural rendering pipeline is a photorealistic game-changer.
Roku just announced its first OLED TVs from $999 — and they could be game changers for people who hate smart TVs
Roku just unveiled the Pro Series OLED and the Pro Series LX OLED, and they could seriously disrupt the OLED market in 2026.
I listened to 10 of Sony’s new ULT party speakers together — and they offer something for everyone
Sony has unveiled its next generation of party speakers: the ULT Tower Max, ULT Tower 7 and ULT Tower 5 are here, and they boast some impressive features.
The $499 Dyson CameraJet is the most over-engineered toothbrush ever made
Dyson CameraJet: the first toothbrush with a camera and a jet, explained.
Stanley water bottles are up to 56% off on Amazon right now — these 9 rare deals start at just $17
I’ve found the best Stanley water bottle and cooler deals on Amazon. Save up to 56% on these stylish hydration finds.
iPhone Ultra exclusive: Gurman on price, release date rumors and 'day one' weapon against Android
We spoke with Apple Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman about the iPhone Ultra ahead of the Apple event to get his last-minute predictions on price, features
I tested the Brooklyn Bedding Copperflex Memory Foam Mattress and it's a solid choice for back sleepers — but there's one major drawback
The Brooklyn Bedding Copperflex Memory Foam Mattress is a copper-infused all-foam bed that promises cooling comfort at a budget-friendly price
Sonos is ready to steal back the soundbar crown with the new Beam Ultra
Time to upgrade your soundbar? The all-new Sonos Beam Ultra delivers 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos sound for under $700.
Sonos 27 is here to clean up the app mess (again) — this time with AI
Sonos has a new version of its audio operating system that integrates AI. Here's how it should work.
I found 9 Sonos deals in Best Buy's Labor Day sale — save up to 21% right now
Best Buy's Labor Day sale has slashed prices on a range of Sonos soundbars and speakers. Save up to 21% on these premium devices and build the home theater of your dreams.
Netflix just added 41 new movies and shows — here are the 5 you need to stream right now
Netflix just added 41 new movies and shows to start September 2026. Here are the five I'd recommend watching right now.