Beaches

Mar 21, 2025 • 9 min read

With a historic center and flower-wreathed villas, Sorrento has got it all going on.

Mar 20, 2025 • 7 min read

Five Spain-based travel writers share a few beloved vacation spots near their homes.

Mar 19, 2025 • 7 min read

From booking an ideal beach house to finding at the perfect seafood restaurant and beachside entertainment, here's our guide to summer on the Jersey Shore.

Mar 18, 2025 • 7 min read

Spring in Thailand – as temperatures build before the rains arrive – is a season of refreshing festivals, sun-drenched islands and bountiful markets.

Mar 17, 2025 • 6 min read

With dry desert landscapes, wildly rich marine life, charming villages and verdant vineyards, Baja California packs a lot into its narrow length.

Mar 17, 2025 • 8 min read

Four New York City-based editors reveal the places they love most for a quick and easy trip.

Mar 16, 2025 • 6 min read

Tijuana has long had a reputation as a gritty party town, but it is also a warm and welcoming city with authentic Mexican charm.

Mar 15, 2025 • 8 min read

Soak in the sun on the islands of Central America. Here's our pick of the best.

Mar 12, 2025 • 11 min read

Explore Ontario’s top 11 destinations, from Niagara Falls to Algonquin Park, Toronto’s skyline, and the Great Lakes’ scenic shores.

Mar 10, 2025 • 12 min read

Latvia is a country with two distinct moods, embodied by cosmopolitan Rīga and the calm countryside and beaches. Here are the top things to do.

Mar 10, 2025 • 7 min read

While it might be hard to leave fabulous Bordeaux, these easy day trips from the city offer sand, nature, charming villages, and plenty of wines to taste.

Mar 10, 2025 • 11 min read

Discover the best places to visit in Côte d’Azur, with turquoise beaches, Belle Époque villas, Monaco glitz, stunning mountain hikes and exceptional food.

Mar 10, 2025 • 8 min read

Along Croatia’s Adriatic coast, Dalmatia stands out for its rocky coast dotted with glittering seaside towns and ribboned with magnificent beaches.

Mar 9, 2025 • 7 min read

Bacalar is a made-for-Instagram destination that remains underexposed compared to its neighbors. Which means you should get to its magnificent lagoon now.

Mar 7, 2025 • 9 min read

Whether you’re into swanky boutique stays or a weatherboard shack, Australia’s got a coastal town for you.

Mar 7, 2025 • 8 min read

From glorious stretches of white sand to secluded rocky coves, these are Mallorca's best beaches.

Mar 6, 2025 • 8 min read

One of the most beautiful islands in the world, Mauritius has exciting hikes, sizzling cuisine and cultural riches in addition to its famous beaches.

Mar 6, 2025 • 8 min read

Struggling to choose between Barcelona or Madrid? Our local writers can help you choose.

Mar 6, 2025 • 22 min read

Europe is famed for natural beauty, epic history, rich culture, fabulous food and dazzling diversity. Here are the best places to visit.

Mar 5, 2025 • 18 min read

From the Caribbean to the Pacific Northwest and beyond, Lonely Planet editors have picked the 28 best beaches in the US.

Mar 5, 2025 • 9 min read

Cancún draws millions of visitors a year – yet most never leave their beach resorts. These exciting places nearby offer adventures and culture galore.

Mar 5, 2025 • 12 min read

When you can’t seem to break away, these weekend trips in Spain will satisfy your craving – for a little while, at least.