Travel Stories

• destination practicalities

• accessible travel

6 min read • Mar 30, 2023

Some visit New Orleans's French Quarter and never leave. But those that want to go beyond will need some public transportation.

• activities

• art and culture

8 min read • Mar 30, 2023

No sporting event can truly prepare you for the spectacle of calcio storico in Florence. Get into the details with our local expert, Angelo Zinna.

• romance

• connections

6 min read • Mar 30, 2023

From New York State to Colorado to California, these seven winemaking regions make for a most romantic weekend getaway.

• national parks

• activities

5 min read • Mar 30, 2023

Sampling the delights of the National Park Service and an eclectic, artistic mix of the American West

• public transport

• destination practicalities

9 min read • Mar 30, 2023

See more of a Nigeria with a day trip from Lagos. Here are the very best.

• budget travel

• connections

10 min read • Mar 30, 2023

Plan a budget-friendly trip to Kenya with these top money-saving tips and a guide to daily costs.

• beaches

• activities

8 min read • Mar 29, 2023

From long stretches of pink sand to tiny secluded coves, Bermuda's beaches are world-famous. Here's the best.

• activities

• sustainable travel

5 min read • Mar 29, 2023

Create your own epic safari experience with local experts in Tanzania with Elsewhere by Lonely Planet.

• public transport

• destination practicalities

6 min read • Mar 29, 2023

The region surrounding San José, Costa Rica's capital, is full of engaging, easy-to-reach destinations, perfect for a day trip.

• beaches

• activities

6 min read • Mar 29, 2023

Lagosians are big on beaches. From luxury resorts and peaceful coves to lively beach clubs, here are Lagos' best beaches.

• hiking

• activities

9 min read • Mar 28, 2023

Conquer majestic peaks or picnic in a perfect mountain meadow on these rambles in the Pyrenees.

• art and culture

• tips and advice

7 min read • Mar 28, 2023

How do you decide between visiting Spain or Portugal, two of the world’s most beguiling countries? We’ve asked a pair of seasoned writers to persuade you.

• shopping

• activities

4 min read • Mar 28, 2023

As you discover the allure of Marseille, drop by these independent retailers, five of the city’s best.

• activities

5 min read • Mar 28, 2023

From enjoying live music to touring art galleries, experience Lagos’ exciting creative scene without spending a single naira.

• destination practicalities

• covid 19

3 min read • Mar 28, 2023

Here’s all you need to know about getting a traveler visa to visit China now that “zero COVID” has come and gone.

• public transport

• destination practicalities

7 min read • Mar 28, 2023

Thanks to plentiful buses, boats, trams and metro trains, getting around Budapest is easy. Here are the best ways to navigate the Hungarian capital.

• train travel

• destination practicalities

7 min read • Mar 28, 2023

There’s no getting around the sheer size and scale of the USA – it's massive. The best way to see it all is by rail. These are the 9 best train journeys.

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

6 min read • Mar 27, 2023

What do you need to know before traveling to Kenya? Is Nairobi safe? Do I need a visa? From passport requirements to cultural etiquette, get answers here.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

7 min read • Mar 27, 2023

Start planning your itinerary with these top destinations you shouldn't miss in Cuba.

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

4 min read • Mar 27, 2023

Do you need a visa to travel to Kenya? Can you get a Kenyan visa online? How much does a Kenya tourist visa cost? Here’s everything you need to know.

• activities

• hiking

9 min read • Mar 27, 2023

Discover the best things to do in Morocco, from mountain to desert, city to coast.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

5 min read • Mar 27, 2023

Visit Gabon, the “Last Eden,” to see gorillas, bush elephants, surfing hippos and other extraordinary wildlife.