The A in this A-frame is for Anabela, a Superhost who loves giving guests a taste of country living only 12 miles from Durham
The A in this A-frame is for Anabela, a Superhost who loves giving guests a taste of country living only 12 miles from Durham. Wander the woods on the property or head into town for a farm-to-table meal at Piedmont and an equally fresh concert at the Carolina Theatre. Photo: @leeannchisolmmorrissette
At Eduardo’s loft overlooking Playa de Quintay, the toughest decision you’ll face is whether to spend the day above the waves or
At Eduardo’s loft overlooking Playa de Quintay, the toughest decision you’ll face is whether to spend the day above the waves or far beneath them, scuba diving among wrecked whaling ships. Either way, be sure to head to the pier afterward for fresh fish to grill on your deck while the whole coast turns pink. @rafael_medeiros
If you don’t associate volcanoes with tranquility, you probably haven’t stayed here
If you don’t associate volcanoes with tranquility, you probably haven’t stayed here. Superhost Morgan’s villa gives you 180-degree views of Lake Atitlán and its majestic guardians. After a day of exploring the lake or nearby villages, visit one of your closest neighbors, Anzan, for an eclectic, locally sourced meal. Photo: @megaann.p
Superhost Olivia’s cozy house on a windswept field is perfect for quiet reflection
Superhost Olivia’s cozy house on a windswept field is perfect for quiet reflection. But it’s also a great home base for exploring the lochs, canals, and ancient forests of the Highlands along the Great Glen Way. On your way out, fuel up in town with Scotch pie at the Redburn Cafe. Photo: @elle.ho
If you think these plants look happy in this light, wait until you see what it does for humans
If you think these plants look happy in this light, wait until you see what it does for humans. Superhosts Matt and Ron turned their penthouse loft into a re-energizing urban oasis. Not that the surrounding area is a desert—sprawling Victoria Park is a block away. When you’re hungry, keep the blooming theme going at Scarecrow, a unique combination florist-café. Photo: @mrcigar
Superhosts Ulrich and Elisabeth’s eco-retreat on a roadless island has a coral reef for a front yard and a mangrove forest out ba
Superhosts Ulrich and Elisabeth’s eco-retreat on a roadless island has a coral reef for a front yard and a mangrove forest out back. Explore the lagoon by snorkel or kayak or take a cue from the tree sloths who’ll (eventually) visit and just slow down. Photo: @soyyiana
Don’t bring a good book into this bed or you might never make it out
Don’t bring a good book into this bed or you might never make it out. That’d be a shame, since this midcentury A-frame puts you so close to so many classic Oregon Coast pleasures. Dig for clams at Netarts or Tillamook Bay, follow endless hiking trails through coastal rainforest, or ask your Superhost, Emily, about her favorite local spots. Photo: @gisellewaters
Elizabeth’s handbuilt 1957 mountain home is only 10 minutes from the shops and street performers of Pearl Street, but you’d never
Elizabeth’s handbuilt 1957 mountain home is only 10 minutes from the shops and street performers of Pearl Street, but you’d never know it. Kick back and soak up the winter sun—and a panoramic view of the Rockies’ Front Range—or grab your snowboard and head out to Eldora Mountain. Photo: @sunshinelodgeco
The narrow 14th-century streets of Bukchon Hanok Village can make you lose track of where—or when—you are
The narrow 14th-century streets of Bukchon Hanok Village can make you lose track of where—or when—you are. This renovated hanok in the heart of the neighborhood can have the same effect (at least until you use the distinctly 21st-century toiletries). Check out the two palaces that flank the neighborhood or ask your Superhost, Han, for local tips while savoring the traditional breakfast he provides each day. Photo: @analog_hanok_in_bukchon
The downside of a place as cozy as Superhost Elsa’s tiny home is that it tends to make you rip through your reading material
The downside of a place as cozy as Superhost Elsa’s tiny home is that it tends to make you rip through your reading material. Head to Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe to replenish your supply. When you’re ready for some real-life adventure, the trails of Mt. Mitchell are within a short drive along the spectacular Blue Ridge Parkway. Photo: @_jonathanaguirre