Art and Culture

Mar 30, 2021 • 7 min read

If you’re exploring Kyushu, here’s a few of our favorite places that make it perfect for whatever one-of-a-kind experience you’re looking for

Mar 30, 2021 • 11 min read

Mythical emperors, wealthy trading ports, cloistered foreigners, samurai rebels and one of the earth’s greatest war tragedies loom large in Kyushu, Japan

Mar 29, 2021 • 5 min read

Here’s some of our favorite locations on the Japanese island of Kyushu which harness the elemental forces of water, fire and life in epic ways.

Mar 18, 2021 • 5 min read

Ancient pilgrimage trails in the two prefectures are increasingly used by hikers and mountaineers, in search of a respite from the modern urban jungle

Mar 16, 2021 • 4 min read

With its desert location, it's no surprise that Dubai has only two settings on its thermostat: warm and hot. Here's when to plan your trip to Dubai.

Mar 16, 2021 • 6 min read

To get off the heavily touristed route or delve deeper into traditional Japan the Three-Star Road – plus Nagano – offers star-studded attractions

Mar 15, 2021 • 5 min read

For a small, remote coastal prefecture on Japan’s northern sea coast, Ishikawa features far more than its fair share of cultural attractions

Mar 11, 2021 • 5 min read

From historic ferris wheels to gorgeous wetlands, the City of New Orleans offers myriad of options when it comes to parks.

Mar 9, 2021 • 6 min read

The Japanese port city of Hachinohe’s huge and vibrant culinary scene seems disproportionate to its small population and quaint, seaside vibe

Mar 9, 2021 • 10 min read

Sacred sites and pilgrimage routes fill the rugged mountains of Japan’s Wakayama and Nara prefectures, offering a reconnection with nature and yourself

Mar 9, 2021 • 9 min read

On a cultural pilgrimage through Nara and Wakayama prefectures, visitors have the chance to experience the rich tapestry of Japanese traditions first-hand

Mar 9, 2021 • 5 min read

Franklin, Tennessee, isn't just Nashville's little sibling to the south. It's full of Southern charm, country music, and a classic Americana vibe.

Mar 8, 2021 • 4 min read

Whether it is by foot or on bike, traveling the Nakasendo Trail provides ample opportunities to enjoy a variety of highlights of Nagano and Gifu

Mar 8, 2021 • 8 min read

If you're looking for free things to do in Albuquerque, we have ten of the best attractions, plus five sites that cost under $10 to visit.

Mar 1, 2021 • 9 min read

Travel writer Sophy Roberts spent two years crossing the cold, harsh wilderness of eastern Russia in search of a piano—a gloriously absurd quest detailed in…

Feb 26, 2021 • 5 min read

The rice wines of Naruto, in Tokushima Prefecture, are a delight to the tastebuds that flow through and around an astonishing range of cuisine

Feb 23, 2021 • 1 min read

We've got the scoop on what Anchorage is like month to month, from winter snow sports to summer wildlife viewing.

Feb 23, 2021 • 9 min read

Travel in 2021 - some online home design stores, so you can get in on the transportive decor magic, too—whether you actually buy the stuff or not.  

Feb 23, 2021 • 3 min read

The answer is a complicated one in which history, politics and the quirks of transliterating a word from one language to another all play a role.

Feb 12, 2021 • 4 min read

We've heard of aphrodisiacs like Champagne and oysters, but how about asparagus or blowfish? Here are aphrodisiacs from around the world.

Feb 1, 2021 • 8 min read

A Lonely Planet Q&A with Chakita Patterson, owner of the United Street Walking Tours based in Nashville.

Feb 1, 2021 • 6 min read

The story of the founding fathers is often the core lesson about Philadelphia. There is, however, a narrative of equal importance - the legacy of African…