Adventure Travel

Jul 7, 2025 • 7 min read

From a paddle in the Seine's new bathing zones to a dip in a beautiful public pool, beat the summer heat in Paris with this swimming guide.

Jul 4, 2025 • 11 min read

Tantalizingly close to shore, the Channel Islands offer hikes and camping adventures within easy reach of the California coast.

Jul 4, 2025 • 6 min read

New Zealand is a wonderland for outdoor adventure and a culture that's warm and welcoming. Here's how to travel, work and live for an extended time there.

Jul 3, 2025 • 8 min read

From swimming near whale sharks to spotting colorful fish over a reef, here are the world's best places to snorkel.

Jul 2, 2025 • 5 min read

We asked a trio of our most knowledgeable New Zealand–connected correspondents for recommendations about where they vacation in their country.

Jul 1, 2025 • 10 min read

With its historic churches, gorgeous art, dreamy beaches and urban tableaux, Sicily brims with free experiences. These are 12 of the best ones.

Jul 1, 2025 • 7 min read

Plan a cycling trip on the new Alpina Mediterranean, a bike trail linking Italy, Slovenia and Croatia.

Jul 1, 2025 • 8 min read

From lazing on beaches in Turkey to sipping Guinness in Dublin or traveling through Mongolia, here are the best places to visit in September.

Jun 29, 2025 • 3 min read

If you're seeking a true Caribbean experience, with surfing, street food and local chilling, St Lucia is the place to be.

Jun 28, 2025 • 11 min read

Visitors take and ultimately return items from Mungo National Park, leading to a lifetime of bad karma. But atonement can lead to more than just better luck.

Jun 28, 2025 • 8 min read

Each of the six main Hawaiian Islands is a compelling destination, and our guide can help you pick which is the best for your interests and pace of travel.

Jun 27, 2025 • 8 min read

Little Lago d'Iseo hardly gets a mention compared to the other Italian Lakes. Here's why it's worth a visit.

Jun 27, 2025 • 12 min read

If you've ever imagined sand dunes and a palm-fringed oasis, you were probably dreaming of the Algerian Sahara.

Jun 27, 2025 • 10 min read

A writer connects with her long-time friends and finds release and magic on the trail in Shenandoah National Park.

Jun 27, 2025 • 7 min read

Discover Nepal’s top things to do in 2025: trek the Himalayas, explore cultural heritage, enjoy wildlife safaris and experience thrilling adventures.

Jun 27, 2025 • 7 min read

Straddling the states of Tamil Nadu and Kerala, the Western Ghats in India are a wonderland of lush tea gardens, hill stations and rare wildlife.

Jun 27, 2025 • 9 min read

From wandering the Unesco-listed old town to hiking to remote Balearic beaches and coves, here are the best things to do in Ibiza.

Jun 26, 2025 • 6 min read

With nearly 560 miles of coastline, Cape Cod has a lot of beaches. Here are 12 of the best and why you should visit them.

Jun 25, 2025 • 8 min read

Plan your hiking routes through Greece with our pick of the best trails.

Jun 24, 2025 • 6 min read

Italy’s natural beauty is especially evident in the country’s national parks. Don't let these 10 parks fall off your travel radar.

Jun 24, 2025 • 7 min read

Bike through Paris and beyond with our pick of France's best cycling routes that start from Notre Dame.

Jun 24, 2025 • 10 min read

Often called Machu Picchu's little sister, Choquequirao can only be reached on foot. Lonely Planet editor Melissa Yeager shows you want to expect.