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13 free things to do in San Juan, Puerto RicoFeb 23, 2023 • 6 min read
Break in case of a budget emergency. These 13 things to do in San Juan won't cost a thing.
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wildlife and naturePicture yourself in Colombia with Elsewhere by Lonely PlanetFeb 22, 2023 • 6 min read
If you’re dreaming about Colombia, this itinerary from Elsewhere by Lonely Planet will inspire you to pull the trigger and go.
activities10 of the best things to do with kids in San AntonioFeb 21, 2023 • 7 min read
Explore San Antonio as a family with our guide to the best things to do in the city with kids.
national parksThe ultimate guide to Hawaii's national parks, memorials and historic sitesFeb 16, 2023 • 6 min read
Here's everything you need to know about Hawaii's national park sites, plus a new one in the works.
hikingWhy the Unesco-listed “Bear Festival” in French Catalonia is worth traveling forFeb 15, 2023 • 6 min read
The newest addition Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage List, the Fêtes de l’Ours in the Pyrenees promise theatrics, mock hunts, music and lots of wine.
beaches8 Caribbean destinations where couples can find romanceFeb 9, 2023 • 7 min read
The beautiful Caribbean has countless places where couples can discover romance. Here are eight of the best.
hikingPostcard from Patagonia: My trip to Torres del Paine in photosFeb 7, 2023 • 5 min read
Photographer Evan Ruderman recently spent 10 days trekking through – and photographing – Chile’s stunning Torres del Paine national park.
shoppingThese six small businesses serve their community and travelers alikeFeb 2, 2023 • 10 min read
We asked our readers to nominate their favorite small businesses. Now we're highlighting some of our favorites.
shoppingLondon in 5 shops: the best souvenirs, the coolest thrift finds and moreFeb 1, 2023 • 3 min read
The shopping options in London can be overwhelming. So we’ve narrowed our list to five of the city’s best independent shops.
hikingPostcard from Durham: My trip to northern England in picsJan 31, 2023 • 4 min read
Lonely Planet correspondent Amy Lynch recently returned from historic Durham in northern England. Here are a few photos from her trip.
wildlife and natureOn a trip to the Galápagos Islands, class is in sessionJan 30, 2023 • 16 min read
Nature can be the best classroom and the Galápagos archipelago has much to teach us.
hiking7 best hikes in Yellowstone National ParkJan 28, 2023 • 6 min read
The best hikes in Yellowstone, from wheelchair-accessible boardwalk strolls to multiday backpacking trips, taking in geysers, waterfalls and mountain summits.
beaches8 of Morocco’s best beaches for surfing, swimming and sunbathingJan 27, 2023 • 4 min read
With thousands of miles of coastline, Morocco – a country known for sand dunes and the Sahara – has a slew of lovely beaches to enjoy.
skiingPostcard from Vail: My winter getaway in picsJan 24, 2023 • 6 min read
Lonely Planet senior content editor Laura Motta had a fantasy winter getaway in Vail, Colorado. No skiing required.
activities24 free things to do in LisbonJan 22, 2023 • 10 min read
From medieval neighborhoods and riverside parks to urban art and Roman ruins, here are the top things to do in Lisbon for free.
activities7 of the best Valentine's Day destinations for every kind of coupleJan 20, 2023 • 4 min read
Chocolates, petal-strewn suites, sandy beaches - yawn. Escape to one of these top unique romance destinations.
toursThe Amsterdam canal tour where the main attraction is trashJan 19, 2023 • 6 min read
One organization is offering a way to really get to know Amsterdam’s famous waterways – by helping clean them.
theme parkWhere to pay homage to Dolly Parton in TennesseeJan 19, 2023 • 5 min read
Trace Dolly Parton's legacy of glitz and goodwill throughout Tennessee with this handy guide to her home state.
shoppingLisbon in 5 shops: artisanal groceries, vintage pieces and moreJan 19, 2023 • 4 min read
These five retailers blend modern style with artisanal quality. And you’ll find them only in Lisbon.
national parksArizona’s 5 best national parks and monuments to exploreJan 17, 2023 • 6 min read
From condors and cactuses to pueblos and Indigenous sites, Arizona is more than just desert. Plan your visit to these top national parks and monuments.
activitiesTop 10 free activities in Buenos AiresJan 16, 2023 • 5 min read
If you want to explore Buenos Aires without breaking the budget, start with these 10 free activities around the capital.
beachesThe best beaches in Argentina for sand, splashing and sceneryJan 15, 2023 • 6 min read
Beautiful, defiant and intense, Argentina is a natural wonderland, with mighty mountains, rolling grasslands and, yes, beaches. Here's our pick of the best.