We’re huge fans of Wired Magazine. Every month we look forward to receiving the latest issue. Their ability to blend technology, culture and design is something we editorially admire. It’s seamless.

Recently we stumbled upon their How-To section. It’s a quick read with useful information. Each column focuses on a different topic. Want to cheat sleep? They’ve got it. Want to improve your skills at Guitar Hero? It’s there. And, this month they turn their solutionary gaze toward travel. How to Fly through Airport Security is common sense, but it reveals tips that are easily lost in the din of travel preparation…

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Written by James Oyedijo: We’ve been racking our brains trying to figure out if anyone has ever tried to tour an entire museum before. Sure, there are plenty of traveling exhibitions, but an entire museum, traveling from city to city we’e pretty sure that’s unprecedented. Leave it to Karl Lagerfeld and the mavericks at Chanel to do just that.

Chanel Mobile Art is a touring exhibition starting February 27 in Hong Kong, it will showcase works by 20 emerging artists, inspired by the elements of Chanel’s emblematic quilted bag. The traveling museum structure (called the Art Container) was designed by architect Zaha Hadid. In addition to Hong Kong, the museum will be in Tokyo, New York, London, Moscow, and Paris…

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Anticipation is building for the summer olympics in Beijing. As we get closer to the final date, the city’s attractions are reaching completion. We’re really impressed. The Olympics serve as a huge opportunity for tourism and it’s clear that China is pulling out all the stops for this one. First the Nest Stadium and now the Water Cube Aquatic Center. It looks beautiful.

Photographer Ben McMillan assembled a photo essay of the Water Cube. As seen on iconeye, “The Water Cube aquatic centre, designed by Australian-based PTW Architects with Arup, is next door to Herzog & de Meuron’s “nest” stadium.” Ben’s photo essay vividly captures the cube’s architectural life.

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It’s safe to say that French designer, Christian Louboutin designs the most recognizable shoes. His signature red sole and uncanny craftsmanship has become a trademark making them immensely popular with women all around the world.

If you’re not familiar with Louboutin’s work, you’re in luck because the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York will be hosting a free exhibition from March 13 to April 19. Fittingly titled, Sole Desire: the Shoes of Christian Louboutin, the exhibit will showcase examples of Louboutin’s work from the collection of The Museum at FIT and the archive of Christian Louboutin. Not only will it highlight his innovative designs, but it will illustrate his understanding of today’s clientele and his contributions to contemporary fashion.

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There are many reasons why we travel and it’s not always the latest and greatest attractions that propel us. Sometimes it’s a small boutique off the beaten path or an art exhibit you wouldn’t normally find in a city’s larger and well funded museum. No matter what motivates us – big or small – somewhere on that list of reasons you’ll find food. Through travel, regardless if it’s in your hometown or elsewhere, having your taste buds experience a memorable dish is always fun.

We recently came across OpenTable. It’s an online restaurant reservation company and it hopes to make reserving a table easier. By using their free online reservation system you can book your table in virtually any US and International city without hassle. Rather than relying on systems where your reservation is faxed to a restaurant awaiting confirmation, OpenTable is able to tap into the restaurant’s computerized reservation system for a seamless process. The more you book your reservation with OpenTable, the more points you earn, which then translates into a discounted bill off your next meal. No hassle, no confusion, no fuss. Give it a try and let us know what you think.

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Athens’ budding art district was once home to the city’s gasworks factory and workers. At the height of the industrial revolution the area buzzed with opportunity and provided Greece with most of their light and power. Then in the early 60s the factory’s production declined due to emerging technologies and it eventually closed. But like many old factory districts, the infusion of art played a significant role in the city’s resurrected landscape.

Check out Athens’ in the New York Times’ Featured Destinations travel guide. They do a fantastic job outlining the city’s cultural context. We were especially drawn to NYT’s slide show portraying the revived gasworks factory. The images are stunning.

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Hotel Everland is a work of art and a room with a view – literally. The one bedroom prefab hotel takes boutique hospitality in a new direction. Beyond its fantastic design, its mobility is what makes this endeavor so unique. Perched atop places like Palais de Tokyo France, it offers memorable experiences and new perspectives on some of our favorite destinations.

Designed by swiss duo Sabina Lang and Daniel Baumann, the hotel is one of a kind. In 2002 they were commissioned by Gianni Jetzer for an exhibition concept entitled Everland at the Swiss National Exhibition. Since then they’ve taken the structure to Yverdon, Switzerland, Lepzig, Germany and it now sits atop Palais de Tokyo (a modern contemporary museum) in France. It will reside there until the end of the year. Guests are permitted to stay for only one night and room rates range from 333 – 444 Euros. You can book your room online here. Click Read More for additional photos and information.

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