SUCH A HOLY PLACE TO BE
The rock legend was so moved by this Kyoto garden that he wrote a song about it. But getting into Kokedera is incredibly difficult—here’s how to do it.
Laura Studarus is a Los Angeles-based freelance travel writer. Sometimes she can go several hours without a cup of tea. Follow her on Instagram at @laura_studarus
THE HIDDEN CITY
From churches to art museums to swimming holes—Helsinki is full of wonderfully designed, thoughtful subterranean spaces. But why?
LIBRARY PORN
The Carnegie Library of Reims is an undeniable, art deco dream. But it’s also incredibly easy to miss.
LIBRARY PORN
And plenty of what to some might seem like junk.
LIBRARY PORN
From Darwin to Dickens to Christie and Twain, this library that looks more like a residence than anything else has always counted the greats as members.
IF BARS COULD TALK
Few clubs can claim to have seen, or taken part in, as much history as Clifton’s.
FLY AWAY HOME
How one man DIYed his own aviation paradise, and believes you can too.
LIBRARY PORN
From Instagram influencers to the homeless community, everyone is welcome to this elaborate reading nook.
IT'S STILL A BIG WORLD
It took a year off for me to finally explore a major hometown treasure.