Art and Culture

• wildlife and nature

• activities

6 min read • Feb 28, 2023

You don’t have to fly all the way to Japan to see splendid cherry blossoms. Here are the 10 best places to see these flowering trees in the US this year.

• activities

• art and culture

14 min read • Feb 27, 2023

South Africa has plenty of wild experiences. Here are the very best.

• activities

• art and culture

15 min read • Feb 27, 2023

Home to a rich history, vast sandy beaches and the iconic Mont St-Michel, there are many fantastic experiences to have in Normandy.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

5 min read • Feb 27, 2023

Here is everything you need to know about celebrating St Patrick’s Day 2023 in Dublin.

• art and culture

• museums

9 min read • Feb 23, 2023

No filler. No fee. This is the best New York City for free.

• hiking

• activities

7 min read • Feb 23, 2023

Japan has reopened, so it's time to look again at the country's greatest hits for first-timers and repeat visitors

• activities

• beaches

6 min read • Feb 23, 2023

Break in case of a budget emergency. These 13 things to do in San Juan won't cost a thing.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

6 min read • Feb 22, 2023

If you’re dreaming about Colombia, this itinerary from Elsewhere by Lonely Planet will inspire you to pull the trigger and go. 

• festivals and events

• art and culture

7 min read • Feb 22, 2023

From hiking in the highlands and lazing on Pacific beaches to celebrating life at an Indigenous festival, every season in Ecuador has its unique reward.

• activities

• art and culture

8 min read • Feb 21, 2023

Barcelona has it all – outstanding architecture, incredible food and vibrant nightlife. Here's what you can't afford to miss when you get there.

• activities

• art and culture

8 min read • Feb 19, 2023

Everything you have to do in Athens. From Acropolis to (Temple of Olympian) Zeus.

• architecture

• art and culture

10 min read • Feb 18, 2023

Barcelona is a dream for culture vultures and foodies, but entry fees and tapas bills can mount up. Here are the 20 best free things to do in Barcelona.

• activities

• art and culture

10 min read • Feb 18, 2023

There are so many incredible experiences awaiting you in Spain that it's hard to know where to start. Our local expert has picked 20 of the best for you.

• activities

• art and culture

6 min read • Feb 17, 2023

From fado music to incredible art, Lisbon has emerged as one of Europe's top tourist destinations. Here are the city's best experiences.

• music

• art and culture

6 min read • Feb 17, 2023

Explore Dublin with Seán Fitzgerald, who brings the city’s history to life through the rich tradition of Irish ballads.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

10 min read • Feb 17, 2023

India is amazing any time of year. This guide to seasons and events can help you plan your trip, avoid monsoons, and dodge the worst of the heat.

• hiking

• activities

6 min read • Feb 15, 2023

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.

• beaches

• activities

6 min read • Feb 15, 2023

More than 50 countries across the world host Carnival, but it's in Latin America and the Caribbean that you will find its beating heart. These are the best.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

9 min read • Feb 15, 2023

Whether you want sunshine, off-season prices or to avoid the crowds, we can tell you the best time to visit Ireland.

• art and culture

• archaeology

7 min read • Feb 13, 2023

Planning a trip to India can be overwhelming. Our guide to the most memorable places to visit on the subcontinent makes it easy.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

6 min read • Feb 10, 2023

St Patrick’s Day? It’s for the tourists. Dublin Pride – now that’s a party for everyone.

• activities

• art and culture

8 min read • Feb 10, 2023

You'll never be bored in New York City; the problem is narrowing down what to do. Be inspired by these top experiences.