Travel Stories

• budget

• planning

7 min read • Nov 26, 2022

Want to see Taiwan but traveling on a budget? Take advantage of free attractions and festivals, inexpensive public transport and exceptional hiking.

7 min read • Nov 25, 2022

Fried chicken, mashed potatoes and sugar cream pie draw crowds across the Hoosier state. Here's what you need to know about Indiana's cafeteria culture.

• getting around

• planning

5 min read • Nov 25, 2022

Toronto's best things to do are spread across the city, and we've got the best advice on how to get around the city easily.

10 min read • Nov 25, 2022

We've compiled 15 of the world's most intersting islands that are sure to inspire your next great adventure.

• road trips experience

• Experiences

6 min read • Nov 25, 2022

Everyone makes a beeline for the beach on the gorgeous island of Barbados on the beach, but taking a road trip reveals a whole other side to the island.

4 min read • Nov 24, 2022

The long lazy stretch of summer holidays beckons Down Under and, given its size, Australia offers a vast variety of holiday choices. 

• best beaches

• Experiences

5 min read • Nov 24, 2022

The lengthy coastline of this South American country offers beaches as diverse as its people and cultures.

• what to eat

• Experiences

5 min read • Nov 24, 2022

The braai (barbecue) may be a national pastime. But South Africa's culinary diversity reflects its multicultural society.

• time to visit

• planning

7 min read • Nov 24, 2022

Yes, the winter months are the ideal time to visit the Caribbean. Yet there’s lots to do throughout the year as well.

• best hikes

• Experiences

8 min read • Nov 23, 2022

Here are eight hikes that showcase the stunning landscapes and enchanting villages of Vietnam.

9 min read • Nov 23, 2022

Writer Georgina Lawton travels through Rio with a clear mission to venture off the tourist trail and uncover the city’s African heritage.

7 min read • Nov 23, 2022

Egyptian food isn't exactly the same as what you'll find elsewhere in the Middle East. Discover the country's unique flavors and the best food and dink.

7 min read • Nov 23, 2022

Since Oʻahu and Maui both dazzle, it’s no easy task to decide which Hawaiian island to visit. We’ve asked two writers to make the case for each.

• getting around

• planning

8 min read • Nov 23, 2022

Trains, shuttle buses... and chauffeurs?

5 min read • Nov 23, 2022

The new Sydney Modern, an expansion of the Art Gallery of New South Wales, promises a world-class facility to showcase the best in contemporary art.

3 min read • Nov 23, 2022

Lonely Planet's team of writers and experts answer your travel problems and provides tips and hacks to help you plan a hassle-free trip. 

• things to do

• Experiences

9 min read • Nov 22, 2022

Cape Town’s top sights and activities, from hiking up Table Mountain to visiting the best wine estates.

• best hikes

• Experiences

6 min read • Nov 22, 2022

Explore the culture, history and wildlife of this West African country through this range of hikes and walks.

7 min read • Nov 22, 2022

Whether you’re after a beach escape or a wildlife adventure, here's where to find fun in the sun this winter.

2 min read • Nov 22, 2022

Demi Perera, a London-based travel journalist, shares a snapshot of her recent trip to Istanbul, Turkey

• free things

• Experiences

7 min read • Nov 22, 2022

There's a host of freebies to help you save money in Amsterdam, from architectural jewels and archeological treasures to inventive exhibits and concerts.

• road trips experience

• Experiences

8 min read • Nov 21, 2022

From the Great Lakes to Long Island, New York covers a vast range of territory. The best way to enjoy it all is on an epic road trip.