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The best times to visit Oman for roses, camel races and moreSep 6, 2024 • 5 min read
When should you visit Oman? Follow our guide and learn the best time to visit for hiking, beaches, religious festivals and camel races.
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activitiesThe 8 best places to visit in OmanSep 6, 2024 • 9 min read
From rugged mountains to seaside towns and desert sands, here are the very best places to put on your Oman itinerary.
activitiesTop 10 things to do in BavariaSep 6, 2024 • 7 min read
Gorgeous mountains, world-class museums and (yes) plenty of beer: Bavaria has it all. Here’s how to start exploring this southern Germany state.
9 cities with incredible nightlifeSep 6, 2024 • 9 min read
Whether you prefer dancing until dawn or bar-hopping between local dives, here are 9 cities with amazing nightlife.
festivals and eventsBeyond Oktoberfest: alternative beer festivals in BavariaSep 6, 2024 • 4 min read
Known largely to locals, these beer festivals all over the southern German state are among the biggest and liveliest in Europe in their own right.
destination practicalitiesHow to get around in MoroccoSep 6, 2024 • 5 min read
From bustling cities and busy ports to remote mountains and deserts, here's how to get around magnificent Morocco.
tips and adviceThe 8 best places to visit in MoroccoSep 6, 2024 • 7 min read
Morocco is a country of dazzling diversity with mountains, deserts, beaches and ancient cities. Here are the best places to visit in Morocco.
activitiesIreland itineraries: 5 routes that show off the best of the islandSep 6, 2024 • 13 min read
From coastal road trips to inland exploration, these short itineraries will help you build your perfect trip in Ireland.
wildlife and natureThe cutest animals in Australia and where to find themSep 6, 2024 • 6 min read
Australia has an incredible breadth of unique wildlife but it can be a challenge to locate them. Here's how to respectfully observe the cutest critters.
activities18 best things to do in Gatlinburg and beyondSep 5, 2024 • 8 min read
From mini golf courses, moonshine distilleries and theme parks, there's so much to do when you visit Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and Sevierville.
national parks10 beautiful destinations to see fall colors in 2024Sep 5, 2024 • 5 min read
It's time for the leaves to start changing; these are the best places in the world to find intense fall colors in 2024.
food and drinkWhat to eat and drink in MoroccoSep 5, 2024 • 6 min read
From couscous and tajines to slow-cooked meat or flaky pastries, the traditional foods of Morocco are mouth-watering. Here's what you have to try.
destination practicalities18 things to know before traveling to MoroccoSep 5, 2024 • 7 min read
Ready to weave your way through the markets and medinas? Here are 18 tips for what you should know before you go to Morocco.
tips and adviceGreece itineraries: 5 ways to see the islands and mainlandSep 5, 2024 • 10 min read
Mix and match our best Greece itineraries to build the one-week, two-week or even three-week trip of your dreams.
tips and adviceCopy My Trip: A five-day Mediterranean break in MaltaSep 5, 2024 • 6 min read
Lonely Planet writer Kerry Walker has all the insider tips you need to enjoy a long weekend in magnificent Malta.
destination practicalitiesThe most frequently asked questions about Hawaii from a localSep 5, 2024 • 5 min read
Many visitors heading to Hawaii have a few questions they're sometimes too embarrassed to ask. Our local gives you all the answers.
destination practicalities14 things to know before you go to EgyptSep 5, 2024 • 9 min read
Plan the perfect trip to Egypt with these essential tips on etiquette, health and safety.
destination practicalities20 things you need to know before you go to IndiaSep 4, 2024 • 13 min read
India's overwhelming size and diversity can be a lot for first-time visitors. Make it easier with our tips on what you need to know before you go.
activitiesThe 18 best things to do in Malta and GozoSep 4, 2024 • 6 min read
Basking at the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta is bathed in sunshine and steeped in history. Here are the top things to do in Malta.
destination practicalitiesThe best ways to get around in EgyptSep 4, 2024 • 5 min read
From overnight trains to cruise boats on the Nile, here are the best ways to travel around in Egypt.
activitiesThe 20 best things to do in Istanbul that don't cost a thingSep 4, 2024 • 7 min read
From mosques and markets to art galleries and monuments, some of Istanbul's best sites don't cost a thing.
destination practicalities17 things you need to know before visiting ThailandSep 4, 2024 • 7 min read
From packing to local etiquette when you're there, these top tips can help visitors plan the perfect trip to Thailand.