Travel

June 27, 2026

Mongolian Eco-Lodge Invites 5 Local Creatives to Make Art in the Gobi Desert

Mongolia’s dramatic landscapes and centuries-old nomadic traditions have inspired artists for generations. And now, a new residency program in the heart of the Gobi Desert is giving contemporary creatives the chance to build on that legacy. Launched by Three Camel Lodge in partnership with the Arts Council of Mongolia, The Avdar Artist Residency Program has invited five Mongolian artists to the edge of Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park for a multi-week creative retreat.

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May 9, 2026

Get a Private Night of Stargazing When You Book This Airbnb With Its Own Observatory

A home nestled in the California desert, near Joshua Tree National Park, is in the perfect spot for a stargazing escape. With little to no light pollution, you can see the night sky in all its glory. And this Airbnb, located 20 minutes from the park, takes it one step further. The experience of stargazing is enhanced by a private observatory with a professional telescope right on the property.

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May 1, 2026

Day Zero Festival Brings Music and Art to the Mayan Jungle

On December 21, 2012, many people around the world were on edge. A misinterpretation surrounding the Mayan calendar seemed to predict the end of the world on this day. (In the end, it was simply the beginning of a new time period.) Inspired by both the apocalyptic ruckus and the feeling of rebirth accompanying the date, DJ Damian Lazarus threw a reverie in the very Mayan jungle where the prophecy had come from.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanity—from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.