Sebastian Modak
Sebastian Modak is a writer and multimedia journalist based in New York City.
Sebastian was on staff at Condé Nast Traveler for around three years, first as an editor and then a staff writer on the digital team. Prior to that, Sebastian worked at MTV and MIT, among other places, and spent a year documenting local hip-hop as a Fulbright Fellow in Botswana. He has also lived in Hong Kong, Australia, India, and Indonesia.
The Taj Mahal Palace
This red-domed wedding cake of a building standing sentry over Mumbai’s harbor is one of Mumbai's biggest landmarks—and most memorable stays.
Journeying to South Georgia Island, the Wildest Place on Earth
Writer Sebastian Modak discovers that the South Atlantic island is the real prize of an Antarctic expedition.
What Does the Phrase “Slow Travel” Actually Mean?
To travel slowly is about more than just speed.
13 Small Towns in Spain That Will Make You Forget About the Big Cities
From a hilltop village on Mallorca to a port town wedged between a boat-dotted bay and rugged mountain peaks.
The Best Noise-Canceling Headphones Just Got Even Better
Sony has adopted the “if it ain’t broke…” approach to its latest iteration of headphones, focusing on a handful of new features instead of a total redesign.
The Best Wireless Earbuds for Travel (And Everything Else)
Including the best AirPods alternative and the most wallet-friendly option.
Travelers Are Flocking Outdoors, but Trekking Guides Are Still Struggling
The pandemic has wrought challenges for trekking tours—and the guides that lead them.
The Best Tech Gifts for Travelers
Gadgets to use at home and on the road.
How Medellin Plans to Become South America's First Eco-City
At the height of the coronavirus pandemic, Colombia’s second city looks toward a brighter—and more sustainable—future.
The Best Drones for Every Type of Travel Photographer
Take your photography game to new heights.
The Joy of Making New Friends Through Google Translate
On a boozy night in Georgia, near the Turkish border, the translation app opened doors and turned strangers into friends.
14 Beautiful Spanish Beach Towns to Dream About this Summer
They have fortresses, pintxos, and beaches for days.
Will Solo Travel Have the Same Appeal After the Coronavirus?
Like so much else, the future of solo travel looks uncertain.
10 Places Where the U.S. Dollar Is Really Strong Right Now
From Canada to Vietnam.
The Best Gear for the Beach This Summer
Whether its for entertainment, safety, or comfort, these inventions will seriously elevate your beach hang.
The Best Places to Live in the U.S.
Our apologies for all the impending injuries to hometown pride.
5 Things You Didn't Know About Holi
Holi, the Hindu festival that marks the beginning of spring, is known by the photos that circulate the world every year, showing explosions of color and hordes of smiling faces. But how much do you actually know about it?
12 Black History Sites to Visit Across the U.S.
From Memphis to San Francisco.
The Most Bizarre Airplane Seating Arrangements
As airlines try to fit more and more people on their planes, these are some of the strangest arrangements registered with the U.S. Patent Office.
Why Now Is the Time to Visit Flores, Indonesia
A stunning new hotel means Bali's undiscovered neighbor won't stay that way for long.