Art and Culture

Dec 14, 2023 • 5 min read

Cocktails, coffee shops and yoga. Rachel Lewis discovers another side to Providence, Rhode Island.

Dec 11, 2023 • 5 min read

Swimming, hiking, dancing and feeding lorikeets all over this Caribbean island.

Dec 8, 2023 • 6 min read

These next-level travel gifts might be out of reach, but hey, you never know.

Dec 7, 2023 • 5 min read

As one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world, the richness of Dubai’s diversity truly shines through in its contemporary shopping scene.

Dec 6, 2023 • 6 min read

Take the time to explore beyond the big sights and you'll discover Uzbekistan's most interesting, least-visited, corners

Nov 30, 2023 • 5 min read

Rwanda's annual and semi-annual events are a glamorous and exciting way to see the best of the nation

Nov 30, 2023 • 5 min read

Rwanda is healing ethnic divides, reversing poaching trends, and building a roadmap for sustainable development

Nov 30, 2023 • 5 min read

There’s plenty to do and see in these Kigali hills – here are the things you’ll never forget

Nov 29, 2023 • 6 min read

Umbria is home to a variety of celebrations and festivals that shine a spotlight on food, music, art, and history

Nov 29, 2023 • 6 min read

The lights are twinkling, the mulled wine is flowing and the cultural events never end: you won’t want to miss out on top holiday-season events in London.

Nov 17, 2023 • 7 min read

From the Great Migration and the best diving conditions to vibrant festivals across Kenya, our guide will help you pick the perfect time for your visit.

Nov 7, 2023 • 4 min read

We sit down with Saša Sme, one of our Elsewhere by Lonely Planet local experts, to find out how to plan a trip to Slovenia.

Oct 31, 2023 • 7 min read

Three days of amazing art, Aperol spritzes and even a wedding proposal in Florence. All for under €500.

Oct 30, 2023 • 8 min read

Behind the scenes of Lonely Planet's whirlwind shoot in Ecuador for Best in Travel 2024

Oct 30, 2023 • 6 min read

Explore the exciting natural wonders and activities awaiting those who are willing to get off the beaten path in Croatia

Oct 27, 2023 • 6 min read

Italy offers an immense variety of landscapes and experiences. Here are our favorite elevated and lesser-known options

Oct 24, 2023 • 8 min read

One writer knew she had to fly to Oslo for a good friend’s birthday. But could she stick to a budget in the notoriously expensive capital?

Oct 21, 2023 • 6 min read

After a $66-million renovation, the first museum dedicated entirely to female artists reopens with works by Frida Kahlo, Alma Woodsey Thomas and others.

Oct 17, 2023 • 10 min read

Exploring the centuries-old, hilltop villages of Le Marche forces any visitor to slow down and savor their charm.

Oct 9, 2023 • 7 min read

Does mountain-adjacent Salzburg or sophisticated Vienna offer the better introduction to Austrian art and culture? We asked two writers to make the case.

Oct 6, 2023 • 15 min read

After a lean year due to Hollywood strikes, LA-based writer Adrian Wenner flew his son over 5000 miles for a day at the races

Sep 28, 2023 • 5 min read

There's plenty to do in New York's scenic Hudson Valley. Here are our top picks.