Adventure Travel

Sep 8, 2023 • 8 min read

California’s best hikes cover dramatic coastlines and peaks, cascading waterfalls and the world’s tallest trees.

Sep 6, 2023 • 9 min read

South Africa is home to some of the most stunning landscapes on the planet – it's the perfect road-trip country. Here's our pick of the best.

Sep 5, 2023 • 10 min read

Spain is a hikers paradise - and there's a wide variety to explore from day walks through canyons to the Camino Primitivo.

Sep 5, 2023 • 7 min read

These two countries consistently rank among the world’s best for livability, sophistication and happiness. So which one should you visit?

Sep 1, 2023 • 8 min read

It’s impossible to experience all Malaysia offers in one week – but with these suggestions, you’ll get deeper than most

Sep 1, 2023 • 7 min read

You can still see why this lush, mystical and high-altitude setting was once the heart of the Inca Empire

Aug 31, 2023 • 10 min read

There are many stunning hikes to do in Spain's Andalucía from day walks with children to bagging a summit or slowing down on a multi-day hike.

Aug 30, 2023 • 4 min read

There are ways to find lesser-traveled trekking routes to reach magnificent Machu Picchu. Here, our Peru expert recommends a few.

Aug 27, 2023 • 8 min read

Texas is home to some of the most stunning and diverse hikes in the country and our round-up of the best will ensure you have the time of your life there.

Aug 25, 2023 • 6 min read

Our correspondent spent three cycling the ancient forests and lake archipelagos of southern Sweden. Here’s her report.

Aug 24, 2023 • 6 min read

With sites of historic and religious significance, plus wildlife watching and beaches, Benin is developing as a travel destination.

Aug 17, 2023 • 4 min read

How one writer drove all over this jewel-like Central American country in under a week.

Aug 16, 2023 • 10 min read

With coastline trails and dizzying high-altitude scenery, explore Colombia with these top hiking routes.

Aug 15, 2023 • 6 min read

One Lonely Planet team member’s time glamping, hiking, biking and eating in and around southwestern Utah’s national parks will inspire you.

Aug 8, 2023 • 4 min read

There’s plenty to do in the Alps once the snow has melted.

Aug 4, 2023 • 6 min read

A recent trip to Kenya left Lonely Planet creative director Annie Greenberg “gobsmacked.” Here’s why.

Aug 3, 2023 • 7 min read

On our planet, there are two varieties of polar wonderland. Enter two writers to make the case for traveling to Antarctica and the Arctic.

Aug 3, 2023 • 4 min read

A reader wonders whether it’s possible to traverse much of Scotland in just one week. Our expert has some thoughts.

Aug 2, 2023 • 5 min read

Together with his dog Savannah, adventurer Tom Turcich spent seven years walking 28,000 miles around the world. Here’s what he learned.

Aug 1, 2023 • 4 min read

I am an adopted Australian and am totally in love with the country, its varied landscapes, and cultures. 

Jul 27, 2023 • 6 min read

The historic Fishermen’s Trail follows the sand, cliffs and capes along the coast from the Alentejo to the Algarve. Here’s how one writer did it.

Jul 24, 2023 • 6 min read

The French Riviera is rightly celebrated as one of France's most glamorous coastal towns but the sun-kissed Atlantic coast holds plenty of magic of its own.