Pending a governor’s signature, Virginians 21 and older can have their cannabis and buy it, too. Senate and House lawmakers voted March 13 and 14 to adopt a conference committee report for competing bills to legalize adult-use cannabis dispensary sales starting Jan. 1, 2027, sending the finalized legislation to Democratic Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk. The bicameral deal …
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Spring cleaning is a fine tradition with one obvious flaw: it requires motivation. The garage doesn’t care about your intentions, and the creative project you swore you’d finish in January is still at 40%. Cannabis won’t scrub the bathtub for you, but the right cultivar, chosen by terpene profile rather than an outdated indica/sativa label, …
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Every search for cannabis information about Lebanon reveals a complex paradox: a country with one of the world’s oldest hashish traditions where recreational purchase remains completely illegal as of 2026. Unlike destinations with established legal markets, Lebanon offers no dispensaries for tourists or locals to legally buy recreational cannabis. However, the Bekaa Valley’s legendary status …
Every missed opportunity to understand Thailand’s updated cannabis regulations means risking legal trouble, overpaying for subpar products, or missing out entirely on Phuket’s evolving cannabis scene. With the industry restructuring after 7,297 shops closed nationwide following June 2025’s reclassification, the solution isn’t wandering into visible storefronts. It’s leveraging verified information and strategic planning to identify compliant dispensaries …
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Japan is once again tightening its stance on cannabis-derived compounds. This time, the focus is on cannabinol (CBN), a cannabinoid less well-known than THC or CBD, but one that is increasingly found in products aimed at relaxation and sleep support. The decision, reported by International CBC, marks a new chapter in the Asian country’s regulation, which has been …
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The future of cannabis in Europe isn’t underground anymore. High Times Travel Series explores how cannabis culture exists in different parts of the world — not just through laws, but through daily life, local customs, and unspoken rules. This episode, produced with Matca Films, is part of that journey. What happens when cannabis culture meets …
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You just booked a trip to Hawaii and want to know if you can buy cannabis when you get there. Or maybe you are a resident wondering whether the rules have changed. Either way, you are not alone. “How to buy weed in Hawaii” is one of the most common cannabis questions people ask about …
You typed “how to buy weed in Cuba” and you deserve a real answer, not a vague two-paragraph warning. Maybe you’re planning a trip to Havana and wondering if cannabis fits alongside the vintage cars, rum, and salsa. Maybe you just got back and want to understand what you narrowly avoided. Either way, this is …
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You’ve booked flights to Santiago, the Airbnb is locked in, and now you’re searching “how to buy weed in Chile,” only to find a wall of contradictions. Can you possess it? Possibly, in small amounts. Can you consume it? In some private settings, yes. Can you actually buy it anywhere? That’s where it gets complicated. …
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Produced with Matca Films, the High Times Travel Series is starting from a simple but useful premise: if you really want to understand cannabis somewhere, you have to look beyond the laws and the clichés. You have to see how it actually lives in a place, how people move around it, what local customs shape …
New York didn’t need legalization to create cannabis culture. For decades, the plant was already woven into the city’s creative communities, nightlife, and underground scenes. 420 gatherings have long taken place in public spaces like Washington Square Park, where crowds traditionally gather in the afternoon to mark the moment together. The atmosphere tends to feel spontaneous, …
The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission revealed in their April meeting that the first dispensary in Alabama history is likely set to serve their first patient on May 4. The first location to open, according to the commission, will be Callie’s Apothecary in Montgomery. Some commission members toured that facility before their Thursday meeting. “Callie’s Apothecary put me …
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Chile is one of the most cannabis-friendly countries in South America, and it’s not even close. With notably high cannabis consumption rates (Chile’s official 2024 national drug survey found 10.1% last-month marijuana use, continuing a decline from a 2016 peak of 14.5%), a medical program dating back to 2015, and a home-grow culture that’s deeply …
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“These results demonstrate that combustion—not cannabis itself—is the primary driver of harmful inhalation byproducts, and that controlled vaporization can significantly reduce exposure to these compounds,” the study conducted and self-published by the vape device company PAX found. http://www.marijuanamoment.net/vaporizing-marijuana-reduces-harmful-inhaled-byproducts-by-99-compared-to-joint-smoking-new-study-shows/
4/20 is just days away, and folks who may want to participate in the unofficial weed holiday should be aware of what products and types of consumption are legal where they live. According to 2025 data from the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL), medical marijuana is legal in 40 states and recreational marijuana is legal in 24 states and Washington, …
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A toking tribe of ganja-loving Jewish New Yorkers is lighting a match under the traditional Shabbat celebration — holding fun and 420-friendly “infused” dinners where the brisket isn’t the only thing that’s smokin’. Lighting up back in 2024 and celebrating a dozen or so chilled-out gatherings since, the semi-regular social event welcomes Jews and Gentiles alike for a …
The growing cannabis legalization movement in the United States is enabling Black entrepreneurs to establish businesses in an industry where they were previously underrepresented. These dispensaries, led by legacy operators and social equity pioneers, are transforming ownership and reinvesting resources into their communities. http://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/6-black-owned-dispensaries-leading
It’s goes beyond legality on paper but involves other important factors to include places with legal recreational cannabis, the number of dispensaries, friendly accommodations and celebration of the cannabis culture with lounges, tours and events. Here are some top tier spots and rising stars that combine relaxed laws with vibrant local scenes and places where weed …
Approved last week by the Cannabis Compliance Board (CCB), Society Elevated is welcoming its first customers just ahead of 4/20, the annual “high holiday” for marijuana. The opening is a positive sign for Nevada’s middling cannabis industry, which saw overall sales decline 9 percent to $757.7 million statewide in the 12 months that ended June 30, 2025. That …
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signed an order moving two categories of marijuana into Schedule III of the Controlled Substances Act: FDA-approved drug products containing marijuana, and marijuana products regulated under a qualifying state medical marijuana license. The action was announced by the Department of Justice on April 23 and follows a December 18, 2025 executive order …
Here are the main ways tourists buy weed in Laos: “happy menu” restaurants in Vang Vieng, tuk-tuk drivers in other tourist towns, and informal sellers in tourist areas. Recreational marijuana is illegal in Laos, and traveler reports consistently describe police extracting large cash payments from tourists who purchase it. Those reported “fines” can run into …
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If there’s one place where celebrating 420 feels like a continuation of history rather than a new trend, it’s California. Long before legalization spread across the country, California helped shape modern cannabis culture. From the countercultural gatherings of the Bay Area to the cultivation communities of Northern California, the state played a major role in defining how …
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Not long ago, celebrating 420 meant staying close to home—living rooms, backyards, and local parks carried the moment while travel stayed off the table, largely due to legal limitations. As legalization expanded across the United States, 420 shifted from a local ritual into a destination-driven weekend. Today, travelers plan trips around the holiday, heading to cities where …
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You cannot legally buy weed in Croatia for recreational use. There are no dispensaries and no legal retail channels for THC-containing cannabis. However, personal possession has been decriminalized since 2013, meaning small amounts are generally treated as a misdemeanor rather than a criminal offense. Sanctions can include a fine (roughly EUR 664 to EUR 2,654), …
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Wondering how to buy weed in Curacao? You are not the first tourist to ask, and here is the honest answer: recreational cannabis is illegal in Curaçao, and there is no general public or tourist retail access. There is no coffeeshop system, no tolerance policy, and no legal gray area for visitors. If you are picturing Amsterdam-style …
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Here are the two ways to buy weed in Puerto Rico: use a valid medical cannabis card from your home state (Puerto Rico recognizes out-of-state cards through reciprocity, provided the issuing jurisdiction meets certain verification requirements) or obtain a physician recommendation valid for up to 30 days through a telehealth consultation. Puerto Rico is a …
In recent years, the landscape of tourism in the United States has shifted dramatically, largely due to the legalization of cannabis in numerous states. As more states embrace this change, a burgeoning sector known as cannabis tourism is emerging, influencing travel trends and reshaping the tourist economy. This article explores the rise of cannabis tourism, …
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Many people know his as a sharp-tongued comedian and the longtime host of Real Time with Bill Maher, but did you know Bill Maher owns a cannabis dispensary? Not everyone realizing he has also stepped into the legal marijuana industry. His involvement is less of a surprise when viewed through the lens of his decades-long public …
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San Diego, California, is known for its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and rich cultural history. Yet, in recent years, it has emerged as a significant hub for cannabis culture in the United States. The legalization of recreational cannabis in California in 2016 ignited a transformation within the local community, fostering a new environment of acceptance, …
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The small mountain town doesn’t immediately present itself as one of Maine’s most vibrant cannabis markets. The plant’s pungent scent doesn’t linger in the air. The town center is dotted with restaurants, boutiques and inns, not pot shops. But as you reach the outskirts of Bethel, closer to the ski resort or the New Hampshire border, they …
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