I'll have the veal...

Herb Lester offers a tiny set of books to help with ordering while in France, Spain, or Italy. The tiny 24 page guides tuck discreetly into a pocket or wallet. Cost: 8 GPB

'How to Read the Menu' via Herb Lester:

shop.herblester.com

Alone time...

The newly renovated 'Pumphouse Point', located in the Tasmanian wilderness, is available to get away from it all. The gently reworked industrial site is located on Lake St. Clair.

Info and reservations via Pumphouse Point:

www.pumphousepoint.com.au

What's for dinner?

Famed travel expert Anthony Bourdain gives his 3 best tips for eating well while traveling abroad.

Anthony Bourdain's tips via Entrepreneur Magazine:

www.entrepreneur.com/article/244768

Up in the air...

Way up at the top of the JDS Designed holmenkollen ski jump in Oslo, there's a stylish penthouse apartment. That apartment is being offered currently on airbnb for rent - offering a spectacular view of the surrounding area.

Read more about it via DesignBoom:

www.designboom.com

Precious cargo...

If you're transporting some of your favorite wines, you might consider 'The 8 Pack Pro' from WineCruzer. The heavy duty design will protect your bottles, while the wheels and retractable handle make it easy to transport. Cost: 280 USD

Read more via WineCruzer:

www.winecruzer.com/8-pro-wine-carrier.html

Refreshing...

Inside the sandwich shop 'The Press' in Shanghai, there's a vintage Coke machine that acts as a portal to 'The Flask' - a stylish speakeasy.

Read more about it via WebUrbanist:

weburbanist.com

Turkish delight...

The Mandarin Oriental Bodrum is open, if you're looking for a little Mediterranean sun. The stylish resort has all the amenities you might expect, and is an easy hop if you're doing business in the area.

Info, photos, and booking

www.mandarinoriental.com/bodrum

Getting sidetracked...

'Sidetracked' is a new adventure magazine with high quality photography and insightful writing.

See back issues and other content via Sidetracked:

www.sidetracked.com

Stay frosty...

In 2017, you'll be able to get a great view of the Northern Lights from the Krystall Hotel, near Tromso, Norway. The 86 room floating hotel is planned as a large floating snowflake.

Read more via The Verge:

www.theverge.com/2014/8/4/5966067/krystall-floating-hotel-norway

Summer Camp - Miami Style...

Enjoy some summer fun with Covert Ops Camp in Miami. Gas training, evasive techniques, and some Krav Maga. Just add alligators, and it will be perfect.

Info and Brochures via Incredible Adventures:

www.incredible-adventures.com/covert1.html

Level up...

Ditch your old gym duffle in favor of 'The Champion' - a burly vegetable dyed leather bag with a large interior and 3 large pockets. Cost: from 245 USD

Available from Bros. Leather Supply:

www.brosleather.com/shop/the-champion

travel light...

The service 'First Luggage' will pick up and deliver luggage so you don't have to take it with you through the airport. Your gear will be waiting for you at your destination, saving time and hassle. Cost: variable depending on size

Details and order via First Luggage:

www.firstluggagevip.com

Above it all...

'Vertigo' (and the Moon Bar), are located on the 61st floor of the Banyan Tree Hotel, Bangkok. During good weather, you can enjoy the expansive view of the city while sipping cocktails and keeping a respectful distance from the ledge.

Info and reservations via The Banyan Tree:

www.banyantree.com

Training in Japan...

JR East announced a new luxury sleeper train called the 'cruise train' will begin service in 2017. The very un-train-like interior will certainly be a big hit.

Read more about it via Spoon Tamago:

www.spoon-tamago.com

Upgrade...

Etihad Airlines is now offering 'The Residence' an 11.6 sq meter apartment on their flights from Abu Dhabi to London. Features include a personal chef and butler. Cost: 20,000 USD

Read more about it via Business Insider:

www.businessinsider.com/etihad-the-residence-2014-5#!KS3wm

It's a sign...

'The Way to Go' by Kate Ascher is a simple to understand guide to modern transport - include excellent graphics describing mysterious symbols such as 'runway markings' for non-pilots. Cost: 25 USD - Available from Amazon.com

Read more about it via Slate:

www.slate.com

Wild things...

The 'Lion Sands Game Reserve' is located inside the Sabi Sands Reserve, South Africa. Wild life can be enjoyed while sampling 5 star amenities. Featured are the 'tree house rooms', where it's possible to sleep under the stars on a raised platform at treetop level.

Info and reservations through Lion Sands:

www.lionsands.com

Going deep...

Oliver's Travel's is now accepting reservations for the 'Lovers Deep' luxury submarine. Operating in the Caribbean, the luxuriously appointed submarine is reserved for just one couple at a time. Cost: 175,000 USD But, you really can't put a price on fun.

Read more about it via Oliver's Travel's:

www.oliverstravels.com/caribbean/anywhere/lovers-deep

The basics...

When in London, the pre-evening caviar stop would be 'Bob Bob Ricard' - a Russian - UK - Art Deco mashup. The booths include the infamous 'more champagne' button to summon help. Re-opening this February with a new kitchen.

Info via Bob Bob Ricard:

http://bobbobricard.com/index.html

Stuff it...

The only thing that might improve the military duffle bag - a re-do made of vegetable tanned leather. Available from Whipping Post. Cost: 319 USD

Order via Whipping Post:

www.whippingpost.com/products/the-military-duffle-bag