Kapaʻa & the Eastside
Don’t miss the chance to meet longtime artist-surfer-philosopher Ambrose Curry. Originally from California, he has lived on Kauaʻi since 1968 and is also…
Must-see shopping in WORLD
Hollywood
When a record store not only survives but thrives in this techno age, you know it's doing something right. Flip through 500,000 new and used CDs, DVDs,…
Vancouver
Don't be put off by the unassuming windowless exterior of this local favorite; instead nip inside for a cornucopia of esoteric storybooks, graphic novels,…
Vancouver
With its cool array of retro reproduction sportswear and framed historic sports photography, this is the perfect pit stop for sports nuts. It's a great…
Havana
Every single piece at this private boutique reflects authentic Cuban style. It specializes in all things linen – dresses, blouses, trousers and guayaberas…
Belém
Fittingly located on the backside of the CCB, where this discerning shop's Portuguese owner has assembled a well-curated collection of top design-forward…
Naples
Up high in Vomero, this is one of the city's best-loved and less-touristy markets. You'll find everything from bags and shoes, to linen and kitchenware…
Panamá Province
The nondescript town of Campana, located 65km from Panama City, is home to this famous cheese shop, an institution that few Panamanian drivers can pass by…
Mouassine & Central Souqs
Located in Le Jardin, Algerian designer Norya Ayron's bijoux boutique counts American actresses Maggie Gyllenhaal and Sharon Stone among its fans thanks…
Officina Profumo Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella
Centro Storico
This branch of one of Italy’s oldest pharmacies stocks natural perfumes and cosmetics, herbal infusions, teas and potpourri, all shelved in wooden, glass…
Santa Teresa & Lapa
A creative, bohemian space that sells artwork, mosaic-adorned mirrors, vases, fabric-covered sketch-books, handbags, soaps and skincare products, and…
Vancouver
The bottled-beer selection at this private liquor store (ie not run by the government, like many in the city) is among Vancouver's best. Alongside…
Agadir
This covered, breezy market will appeal to fans of Brutalist architecture; it's all concrete and corrugated metal. Inside, it's a mix of leather tailors…
Amsterdam
Browse quality craft, fashion and design produced by talented locals. Markets typically take place at Westergasfabriek on the first Sunday of the month,…
Campeche
The state-run Folk Art Bazaar, down by the malecón near the Centro de Convenciones Campeche XXI, offers one-stop shopping for regional crafts. One section…
Huancayo
This craft market offering weavings, textiles, embroidered items, ceramics and wood carvings occupies numerous blocks along Huancavelica to the northwest…
Iran
Heavy sheep-and-camel woollen cloaks (famous among Arab customers) are made in underground wool-weaving workshops in this suburb of Na'in. They cost…
The Carpathians
You haven't seen a Ukrainian souvenir market until you've visited Yaremche's, surely western Ukraine's largest. Now reaching absurd dimensions, it's…
Modica
Cheesemonger Giorgio Cannata peddles a mouthwatering range of formaggi (cheeses), including harder-to-find Sicilian varieties. If you're lucky you might…
Chicago
Owner-chocolatier Katrina Markoff has earned a national reputation for her brand by blending exotic ingredients such as curry powder, chilies and wasabi…
Al Zahiyah & Al Maryah Island
For a wide range of souvenirs (shisha pipes, camel-bone boxes, stuffed leather camels, carpets and cushion covers), head to the Khalifa Centre, across the…
Madrid
José Ramírez is one of Spain’s best guitar-makers and his guitars have been strummed by a host of flamenco greats and international musicians (including…
St Petersburg
The superb Erarta Museum of Contemporary Art has several shops in it, including its excellent gift shop, a well-stocked art bookshop and commercially run…
South Beach
Inside one of Lincoln Rd's most striking buildings, this high-end boutique has a wild collection of artful objects, including Warhol-style soup-can…
Leh
Ladakh's first home-grown fashion house uses local design as starting inspiration and sources much of its raw material from nomadic herders. This is the…
Cape Town
Swing by this converted warehouse complex even if you're not in the market for a custom-built bike. They also sell fashionable, locally made biking tops,…
Malaysia
Distinguished by its monumental Ancient Egypt–style decor, including a crowning pyramid, this vast mall buzzes with high-end brands, restaurants and a…
Cincinnati
Indoor-outdoor Findlay Market lies deep in Over-the-Rhine, in a somewhat blighted section. The wrought iron–framed structure has been a public market…
Lyon
Housed in an arcaded courtyard on the Croix Rousse slopes, this innovative cluster of workshop-boutiques showcases the artwork of a dozen up-and-coming…
Vancouver
The small tables at this independent chocolatier are often filled with sweet-tooth visitors sipping coffee and nibbling decadent pastries. But there's…
The Ardennes
Come here to buy tour tickets to the Chouffe brewery (Brasserie d'Achouffe) or simply to stock up on Chouffe merchandise and takeaways.
Positano
This shop is one of the reasons local women always look so effortlessly chic. It's one of just a handful of boutiques where the clothes are designed and…
Limpopo
Next to the busy workshop, a shop sells vivid wall hangings, cushion covers, tunics and table mats, designed here and embroidered by 1200 local Shangaan…
Ueno & Yanesen
Ameya-yokochō is widely known as the place to pick up bargain kicks; but among running-shoe fans, it's better known as the home of Mita Sneakers, which…
Haarlem
Dutch designers whose works are stocked at this design shop include Elke van den Berg (porcelain clocks, vases and bowls), Dirk Vander Kooij (3D-printed…
Arica
On the outskirts of Arica, near the Panamericana Sur, is this full-on shopping experience: a mock altiplano village filled with serious craft shops and…
Cape Town
At this co-op you'll find a rough-and-ready collection of start-ups, try outs and established traders, hawking a range of appealing items including…
Los Feliz & Griffith Park
Billy Shire’s giftorium of camp and kitsch has been a fun browse for over three decades. Pick up a Star Wars tote, some Gauguin socks or a Hillary Clinton…
Downtown Dubai
The carrots may have roots attached and dirt might stick to the fennel bulb, because both were still in the ground the previous day. Now they're vying for…
Ibiza
Ibiza's original hippy market gets cracking on Wednesdays (in season), with live music and drumming, artisan stalls flogging gorgeous Ibiza-made crafts,…