Travel

January 21, 2026

Montreal’s Bota Bota Turns a Ferry Boat Into a Serene Floating Spa

In Montreal, Bota Bota is no ordinary spa—it invites guests to step aboard a converted ferry boat, where luxurious pools, saunas, and treatment rooms float on water. Now moored at the Old Port, Bota Bota is a utopia in the middle of the city. The name Bota Bota comes from a Japanese word that mimics the sound of a dripping water drop, which is an apt choice for a spa surrounded by water.

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January 5, 2026

Upcoming ‘Dracula Land’ Will Turn the Classic Gothic Horror Into a Real-Life Theme Park in Romania

With its medieval castles and deep-rooted folklore, Romania makes the perfect location for a Dracula-themed park. Fortunately, a group of passionate investors, architects, and engineers are working together to bring the famous gothic horror world to life. Dracula Land is a €1 billion ($1.2 billion) entertainment project billed as the first of its kind, and it’s due to open sometime between 2026 and 2027. Located just outside Bucharest, the new, 780,000-square-meter (8.3-million-square-foot)

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December 18, 2025

This “Cool” Bar Is Like Drinking Inside a Giant Block of Arctic Ice

There are a lot of inventive and innovative bar concepts out there, but none are as cool as ICEBAR. As the name suggests, this watering hole integrates ice into every aspect of its being. The crystal clear cubes that would typically be floating in your drink are now the vessels from which you sip. Beyond your beverage, the walls are ice, and artwork made of ice adorns the space.

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November 27, 2025

Explore ‘90s Japan With 100 Soundscapes Celebrating Its Natural and Cultural Sounds

Japan captures the imagination of travelers everywhere, and those fortunate enough to visit often find themselves blown away by its breathtaking beauty. From cherry blossom season and zen gardens to ancient temples and Mount Fuji, there’s so much to see. However, Japan’s magic isn’t only in what meets the eye—it’s also in the sounds that fill the air.

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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.