First African Safari: How to Go on a Safari | The Art of Manliness
How to take your first African safari. It's more affordable than you think.| The Art of Manliness
How to take your first African safari. It's more affordable than you think.| The Art of Manliness
Men's magazines were once filled with stories of action and adventure. Check out the covers on these old magazines.| The Art of Manliness
For almost a decade now, Kate and I have hosted an annual holiday party in our home where we invite our friends and their families for food, fellowship, and festivities. The parties are a lot of work. A lot of work. When you add planning a Christmas party for 30+ people on top of all […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Leisure Archives | The Art of Manliness
Welcome back to Classical Music 101! In this series, we’re breaking down the world of classical music to make it approachable for the average joe. In our last article, we toured the Classical era, a time when composers moved away from the intricate, layered sounds of the Baroque period to embrace clarity, balance, and melody. […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Leisure Archives | The Art of Manliness
I’m in my office holding a boombox with the wrapper of a Maxell cassette tape at my feet. I’m doing something I haven’t done in 30 years: recording the radio. Specifically, the static from an AM radio channel. Why am I doing this? I’m trying to record the voices of the dead, of course. And I have […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Leisure Archives | The Art of Manliness
F. Scott Fitzgerald famously said, “Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall.” We believe it. Fall is our favorite time of the year. It’s a season where things are dying and transitioning into dormancy. But there’s also a last gasp of physical and psychic energy in the air. It’s like […] This article was originally published on The Art of Manliness.| Leisure Archives | The Art of Manliness
The summer months are here, and with them, a change in mood, expectations, and itineraries. If you (and your family — you only get 18 summers with your kids, after all!) want to make the most of the season’s unique possibilities for fun and memory-making, below we offer a list of the many summer-related resources […]| The Art of Manliness
Hunting is one of America’s deeply held national traditions. Some of our biggest folk heroes were hunters — men like Daniel Boone, Davy Crockett, and Theodore Roosevelt. But how did hunting become a tradition in America in the first place and how did that tradition influence American culture, including its arts and conservation laws? […]| The Art of Manliness
When you walk into a cigar shop, you’re faced with hundreds of options to choose from. How do you select a stogie that you’re going to enjoy? When choosing a cigar, you can really break the selection process into two parts. First, you’ll want to filter your choices based on your broad preferences in a […]| The Art of Manliness
Learn how to choose the perfect cigar.| The Art of Manliness
While much has been said about marketing to women by playing on their insecurities, men have not been immune from being sold some of the worst products ever.| The Art of Manliness
Traditional archery for the complete beginner| The Art of Manliness
After more than a year of being cooped up due to pandemic restrictions, lots of people are itching to hit the open road and get the heck out of dodge. If that’s you, my guests have some great tips for planning and executing an awesome road trip. Their names are Jeremy and Stephanie Puglisi […]| The Art of Manliness
To help you navigate the ins and outs of soliciting the services of the most helpful member of a hotel’s staff, we talked to several concierges around the country.| The Art of Manliness
With our archives now 3,500+ articles deep, we’ve decided to republish a classic piece each Sunday to help our newer readers discover some of the best, evergreen gems from the past. This article was originally published in September 2017. Smells can conjure up powerful memories. The smell of pine needles can take you back to […]| The Art of Manliness
What happened to living life to the fullest? Where is the daring adventure that we dreamed about as a kid?| The Art of Manliness
Learn about the evolution of classical music from voice-based compositions to instrument-dominated pieces in the Baroque era.| The Art of Manliness
Have you ever found yourself on a Wednesday afternoon at work wishing you could be camped out in the mountains this weekend? Stop telling yourself you can't on such short notice, because you can.| The Art of Manliness
Check out our collection of best men's magazines.| The Art of Manliness
With our archives now 3,500+ articles deep, we’ve decided to republish a classic piece each Sunday to help our newer readers discover some of the best, evergreen gems from the past. This article was originally published in July 2018. When Ernest Hemingway was working on the manuscript of a book about his safari in Africa, […]| The Art of Manliness
Arnold Friberg was an American artist and illustrator who was famous for his paintings depicting religious, western, and patriotic scenes.| The Art of Manliness
The days of online travel booking have made it far, far easier to ensure that you’ll get the accommodation you’re expecting. Review websites, traveler photos, and social media combine to give you a virtual look at the exact room you can expect to find yourself in when you book your next trip. But, that doesn’t […]| The Art of Manliness
On the Art of Manliness, we talk about many things, from personal development, to physical fitness, to concrete skills and know-how. If you’ve ever wanted to do more than just listen to/read the content we publish, and desire to start taking action in these areas, then The Strenuous Life is for you! The Strenuous Life […]| The Art of Manliness
Over the Christmas break, our family took a trip to New York City. While we were there, we visited two of NYC’s most famous museums: the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Museum of Natural History. We had a great time but found the experience pretty overwhelming. There’s a lot of great art and exhibits […]| The Art of Manliness
Welcome back to our series, Classical Music 101! Our goal with this series is to provide an approachable, non-intimidating introduction to classical music so you can start appreciating this timeless musical genre. In our last article, we explored the passionate and expressive music of the Romantic era, in which composers like Tchaikovsky and Wagner infused […] Help support independent publishing. Make a donation to The Art of Manliness! Thanks for the support!| Leisure Archives | The Art of Manliness
Does the approach of the holidays fill you with a bit of dread? Do they seem more like a forced march than occasions that are supposed to be joyfully anticipated and whose ostensible purpose is rest, celebration, and a break from the labors and banalities of one’s everyday routine? Maybe there’s something wrong with our […]| The Art of Manliness
Welcome back to our series, Classical Music 101! Our goal with this series is to provide an approachable, non-intimidating introduction to classical music so you can start appreciating this timeless musical genre. In our last article, we explored the rich and intricate music of the Baroque era, a period marked by elaborate ornamentation, expressive melodies, […]| The Art of Manliness
Experience the beauty and depth of classical music. Explore the rich history, diverse styles, and iconic compositions of this timeless genre.| The Art of Manliness
Discover the untold stories behind Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Bill Evans in James Kaplan's book, 3 Shades of Blue. Unveiling the jazz legends behind Kind of Blue.| The Art of Manliness
Looking to set a vacation budget? Find out how much to spend on your next trip based on your financial situation and net income.| The Art of Manliness
Planning a national park camping trip? Get expert advice on securing a campsite and navigating the reservation system to make the most of your experience.| The Art of Manliness
Explore the importance of hobbies for men that bring joy, keep your mind sharp, improve your eye for detail and help you meet new friends.| The Art of Manliness
Travel can often be approached as just another consumer good; travelers quickly dive in and out of a place, check off the things they want to see, harvest the requisite pictures to prove they were there, and wear their trip as a status symbol. My guest, Rolf Potts, thinks there’s a better way to approach […]| The Art of Manliness
Immerse yourself in the symbolism of baths in Homer's epic works. Learn how baths represented purification and spiritual cleansing for warriors in the Iliad and the Odyssey.| The Art of Manliness
Some people dread winter with its cold weather, long dark nights, and the downcast mood these elements often induce. But my guest would say it’s possible to befriend winter, and truly enjoy the rhythms and opportunities that are unique to this season. Micah Mortali is the founder of the Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership […]| The Art of Manliness
