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A roadtrip through Brazil yields adventures through tropical paradise, gorgeous forests, otherworldly deserts, and more © Pollyana Ventura / Getty Images

Sep 20, 202310 min read

The best road trips in Brazil take you to mountains, jungles and stunning beaches

Exploring the beaches and islands on Tanzania’s coast offers a fascinating taste of the Swahili world © Shutterstock

Sep 19, 20236 min read

How to explore the beaches and islands of Tanzania’s Swahili Coast

Denmark’s beaches or Finland’s lakes? © iStock

Sep 5, 20238 min read

Denmark vs Finland: which Nordic country is better to visit?

Chasing small-town charms in Mexico's Riviera Nayarit © Shutterstock / JackKPhoto

Aug 24, 20234 min read

Copy My Trip: Town-hopping along Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit

Greek activists are trying to reclaim public beaches from commercial operators © Getty Images

Aug 22, 20235 min read

What is the towel movement taking over Greece's beaches?

Pembrokeshire is a cheaper UK coastal alternative to Cornwall © Shutterstock

Aug 10, 20237 min read

A Total Trip Pembrokeshire: What I spent on a family break in coastal Wales

Whatever your taste is in beaches, there’s one for you in Nigeria © i_am_zews / Shutterstock

Aug 2, 20237 min read

7 of the best beaches in Nigeria

Lonely Planet destination editor AnneMarie McCarthy shows you how to make the most of a quick visit to Mallorca's cosmopolitan capital © Getty Images

Jul 25, 20235 min read

Copy My Trip: 24 hours in Palma - Mallorca's cultured capital

Away from the crowds and busy tourist magnets, the Northern Aegean islands of Greece are natural wonders © Getty Images

Jul 12, 20237 min read

Like nowhere else: Greece’s natural Northern Aegean Islands

England has beaches to spare, from golden Cornish sands to wild, untamed beaches on the edge of the Yorkshire moors © Igor Emmerich / Getty Images

Jul 11, 20238 min read

The top 10 beaches in England

Hike through Bouma National Heritage Park in Fiji, or kayak to your overwater villa in Tahiti? © iStock; Stocksy

Jun 28, 20237 min read

Fiji or Tahiti: which South Pacific paradise has the edge?

Aerial view of andBeyond Mnemba Island © Shutterstock

Jun 12, 20236 min read

Postcard from Tanzania: A private island vacation off the coast of Zanzibar

Floating playgrounds like Cannes are not solely the preserve of the A-list. Mandoga Media / Getty Images

May 24, 20236 min read

How to yacht like a celebrity in the south of France (on a budget)

In the Friuli Venezia Giulia region of Italy, the diversity of landscapes and rich history meld to create a magical, one-of-a-kind region with something for every traveler © Nicola Simeoni / Shutterstock

May 19, 20238 min read

A week in Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy’s mosaic

People enjoying the surfing beach of Woolacombe
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May 15, 20234 min read

This English beauty spot is the UK's first World Surfing Reserve - but what does that mean?

Michigan's beaches reflect the state’s dramatically varied coastlines, from rugged and rock-strewn to family-friendly sands © Suzanne Tucker / Shutterstock

May 10, 20236 min read

9 best beaches in Michigan

Fort Williams Park in Cape Elizabeth is the best beach for perfect photos © Kristi Blokhin / Shutterstock

May 1, 20238 min read

9 of Maine’s best beaches for iconic lighthouses, rocky tide pools and even moose sightings

Cape Town is hard to leave, but with day trip experiences like these you'll be glad you did © Ahturner / Shutterstock

Apr 27, 20236 min read

The 6 best day trips from Cape Town

With its wealth of breathtaking landscapes, lush forests, misty mountains, and stunning waterfalls, there’s no shortage of heart-stirring adventures in Puerto Rico © Courtesy of Discover Puerto Rico

Mar 31, 20236 min read

Falls, canyons and bioluminescence: Puerto Rico's natural wonders

From luxury resorts and lively beach clubs to peaceful coves, here are Lagos' best beaches © Alucardion / Shutterstock

Mar 29, 20236 min read

9 of the best beaches in Lagos, Nigeria

Traveling with friends in Buenos Aires is a great adventure © South_agency / Getty Images

Mar 28, 20237 min read

8 amazing places to travel with friends

People sit on an exterior deck on a ferry passing through the harbor of a busy city with a big bridge and skyscrapers in the distance.

Mar 17, 20236 min read

🌍 Help me LP! Which ferry do I take for the best Sydney views?

People look at cove, Atlantic coast, Aran Island.

Mar 16, 20235 min read

Postcard from the Aran Islands: my trip to the edge of Europe in pics

Greetings from Mexico!

Mar 13, 20237 min read

Postcard from Costa Careyes: My trip to Mexico in pics

Whether you're looking to soak up the sun, swim in crystal-clear waters, or indulge in water sports, there's a beach for you in Puerto Rico © Courtesy of Discover Puerto Rico

Mar 10, 20237 min read

Reefs, rides and relaxation: Puerto Rico's unique beaches

Corsica has many stunning beaches and we've got the perfect round up to help you choose © Dragosh Co / Getty Images

Mar 9, 202312 min read

The 10 most beautiful beaches in Corsica

Traveling on a budget? These fun San Juan experiences won't cost a thing © Getty Images / iStockphoto

Feb 23, 20236 min read

13 free things to do in San Juan, Puerto Rico

From beaches to hikes to underwater adventures together, opportunities for romance abound on these Caribbean islands © goodluz / Shutterstock

Feb 9, 20237 min read

8 Caribbean destinations where couples can find romance

Sea kayaking or canoeing concept with young couple kayakers at tropical bay.

Jan 20, 20234 min read

7 of the best Valentine's Day destinations for every kind of couple

Argentina's beaches are under the radar but there are some special stretches of sand to enjoy © Agustina Camilion / Getty Images

Jan 15, 20236 min read

The best beaches in Argentina for sand, splashing and scenery

A woman in a full-length red sundress stands on beach backed by lush greenery with a tall pointed mountain at the end of the cove.

Dec 23, 20229 min read

The 8 best under-the-radar places to visit in the Caribbean

Spend your honeymoon on an epic island vacation © BONNINSTUDIO / Stocksy United

Dec 21, 20227 min read

13 stunning islands for your honeymoon

Explore Vancouver on its best beaches © Chris Babcock / Getty Images

Dec 13, 20227 min read

6 of the best beaches in Vancouver for sunbathing, playing sports and soaking up city views

Experience the best of Mauritius' beaches with our guide © DjelicS / Getty Images

Dec 11, 20227 min read

7 of the best beaches in Mauritius

A scenic drive along Kande Beach in Malawi

Nov 29, 20226 min read

The 8 best beaches in Malawi

A woman wearing a straw hat, bikini top and sarong walks on the shore at Paynes Bay at sunset, Barbados

Nov 25, 20227 min read

5 incredible road trips that show a different side to Barbados

Empty sands and palm trees at Bottom Bay Beach in Barbados

Nov 15, 20229 min read

14 of the best beaches in Barbados

Nov 14, 202210 min read

Unspoiled Spain: How to feel the spirit of the northern coast

Tulum might just have the most beautiful beaches in Mexico © Oleh_Slobodeniuk / Getty Images

Nov 6, 20225 min read

7 unmissable beaches in Tulum

Bermuda fried fish sandwich

Nov 1, 20224 min read

Postcard from Bermuda: my tropical fall trip in pics

Beach view of Mt Otemanu in Tahiti

Oct 26, 20224 min read

🌍 Help Me, LP! Is Tahiti for me if I am not a honeymooner?

Historic Parliament Square in Nassau, The Bahamas, Caribbean, North America

Oct 18, 20226 min read

The Bahamas’ best hikes for birds, blue holes and (of course) beaches

Men carrying kayak on Anakena Beach on Rapa Nui (Easter Island), Chile

Oct 8, 20225 min read

The best beaches in Chile for swimming, surfing and camping

Groups of people in silhouette walking on a beach as the sun sets in the sky

Sep 29, 20229 min read

The 9 best beaches in Ecuador are top spots to surf, party and chill

Unidentified surfer on the Atlantic coast of Swakopmund.

Sep 25, 20226 min read

Where to find adventure in Namibia: dune boarding, climbing, surfing and more

Four hikers on a misty trail in Nevados National Natural Park toward Santa Isabel Glacier

Sep 24, 20229 min read

Colombia's 9 best national parks

Surfers and swimmers at Barra da Lagoa beach in the late afternoon in Florianópolis, Brazil

Sep 22, 20227 min read

These are the beaches in Brazil that locals love – and you will too

Sandboarder in action near Swakopmund, Namibia

Sep 5, 20226 min read

Namibia's best beaches for a sensational seaside experience

Normandy American Cemetery, France

Sep 2, 202210 min read

The essential guide to France’s best regions

Spirit Bear Cub playing peek a boo from behind a tree

Aug 27, 20228 min read

Best places to see wildlife in Canada

Head to Cabo de São Vicente for some fantastic cliff views © Alexander Spatari / Getty Images

Aug 25, 20227 min read

The Top 12 Natural Wonders in Portugal

A white-coated beachgoer walks along at brown sands of Seaview, on Long Beach peninsula, Washington

Aug 21, 20227 min read

The 8 best beaches in Washington State: from idyllic inlets to endless, epic beaches

View of New Brighton Lighthouse with mossy rocks on the beach in the foreground

Aug 17, 20227 min read

The top 7 beaches near Liverpool: from family fun to deserted dunes

The green lights of the Aurora Borealis light up the night sky above Skagsanden Beach, Norway.

Aug 16, 20225 min read

7 of our favorite beaches in Norway: from windswept dunes to superb surf spots

A surfer pushing his board into the sea at Jukdo Beach, South Korea

Aug 15, 20229 min read

South Korea’s top beaches for sunrises, surfing, festivals and nightlife

Hai Van pass, with coastal view

Aug 10, 20226 min read

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is expanding for good reasons: here's what you need to know

Woman standing on a cliff looking out to sea on the Isle of Islay, Scotland

Aug 10, 202213 min read

The ultimate guide to Scotland's magical Hebrides islands

Sailboats in the harbor at the city of Lerwick in Shetland

Aug 9, 20228 min read

The best Scottish islands to visit: how to find your own island idyll

Chris Dong on his hotel room's balcony, Rockaway Hotel

Aug 4, 20226 min read

At NYC’s Rockaways, an escape and a farewell

A small sail boat and a peddle boat on a lake on a summer's day

Aug 4, 20227 min read

9 of the best places to swim and cool down in Kraków: water sports, lakes and city beaches

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