- 24 November 2009
- 9:14am
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Thorn Tree, Traveller Tips, news, photography
No photos here!
venessapaech Lonely Planet author
The portability and power of today’s cameras make it easy to snap a picture anywhere, anytime. The trouble is certain people and places have rules about what you can and can’t shoot. They can change at will and, as many travellers will have experienced firsthand, they’re not always well communicated.
It’s a subject that crops up…
- 17 June 2009
- 12:25pm
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Thorn Tree, news
Iran, how are you?
venessapaech Lonely Planet author
The tension in Iran is prompting some anxious questions from travellers on our Middle East Thorn Tree branch. People are wondering if political unrest will interrupt their visa applications or movements, and others are trying to get a clear picture of what’s happening on the ground.
Continue reading 'Iran, how are you?' Comments (10)- 13 June 2009
- 5:54am
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news
A world pride guide
Andy Murdock Lonely Planet author
In many parts of the world, June is recognised as Gay and Lesbian Pride Month, and several of the biggest Gay Pride parades and other LGBT festivals around the world are rapidly approaching.
Continue reading 'A world pride guide' Comments (7)- 10 June 2009
- 10:16am
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Thorn Tree, news
Mind the strike
venessapaech Lonely Planet author
Our members and staff are among the thousands of commuters caught up in a union strike downing London Tube services. As our illustrious UK travel editor Tom Hall writes, “What a pain in the neck”.
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