Beaches

Aug 6, 2015 • 5 min read

Northeast England's vibrant hub of Newcastle-upon-Tyne has plenty of attractions to fill your entire itinerary. But it's also the gateway to wild, remote…

Jul 27, 2015 • 5 min read

For many years the Australian port city of Newcastle, a two-hour drive north of Sydney, has been on the brink of big things. Coal, steel and timber was…

Jul 9, 2015 • 6 min read

Busan is one of the great unheralded cities in Asia. With cobalt oceans, verdant mountains and delectable fare, it’s a city full of surprises.

Jun 19, 2015 • 5 min read

France is seriously big– more than twice the size of the UK and larger than Spain and Greece combined. With great size comes great diversity – of climate,…

Jun 16, 2015 • 8 min read

Europe is blessed with many beaches of coffee-table book beauty, but it’s the sheer variety of them that sets it apart. From Caribbean-quality strips of…

Apr 27, 2015 • 5 min read

North Cyprus is a sun-dappled home to medieval castle ruins, vast archaeological sites of once mighty classical cities, and snoozy villages where old men…

Apr 23, 2015 • 5 min read

Lonely Planet writer Andy Murdock takes his kids to the Hawaiian island of Kauaʻi for some outdoor adventures. After playing botanist in Limahuli Garden,…

Apr 20, 2015 • 5 min read

Sweden’s varied landscape, from the frozen reaches of the north to its vast forests and lakes, combines with cutting-edge design to inspire some unique…

Apr 17, 2015 • 5 min read

Costa Rica’s thriving forests and abundant wildlife have made it a premier destination for eco-travelers, but the country’s lesser-known offshore…

Apr 14, 2015 • 4 min read

With its variety of microclimates, multifaceted history and diverse flora and fauna, Hawaii is made for day trips. In just one afternoon, a visitor can…

Apr 14, 2015 • 5 min read

With its variety of microclimates, multifaceted history and diverse flora and fauna, Hawaii is made for day trips. In just one afternoon, a visitor can…

Apr 10, 2015 • 6 min read

Whether you’re looking for the royal treatment or a quick rub-down, Bali's spa options are seemingly infinite. Indulgent travellers could easily craft a…

Apr 2, 2015 • 5 min read

With easy to access dormant volcanoes, hearty seaside fare and a range of hiking trails, Jeju Island has much to offer travelers.

Mar 19, 2015 • 5 min read

If you’re looking for a top spot for a family beach vacation, why not park yourself on a patch of sand at Myrtle Beach? Located in the northeast corner of…

Mar 16, 2015 • 4 min read

Few people are in a hurry in Rio de Janeiro – after all, it's a city widely known around Brazil for its carefree attitude and beach-centric lifestyle. It…

Mar 5, 2015 • 2 min read

As a Seattleite, let me tell you – it rains in Seattle nearly as much as they tell you. But who cares? You're in the most beautiful, caffeinated and…

Feb 17, 2015 • 4 min read

From reggae to dancehall, few countries are so defined by their music as Jamaica. For its size, the country produces more music than any other place on…

Feb 17, 2015 • 4 min read

The seductive seaside city of Barcelona is a hard-working place with a strong hedonistic streak.

Feb 9, 2015 • 4 min read

It’s 65km from Cape Town’s Victoria and Alfred Waterfront (the city’s most visited attraction) to the wind-whipped tip of the peninsula in the Cape Of…

Feb 6, 2015 • 5 min read

Beautiful beaches are as iconic as cocktails in the Caribbean, but in Cuba only a handful of coastal destinations are well known. If crowded resort…

Jan 21, 2015 • 4 min read

With a shed load of rural settlements and a penchant for a cold pint, it’s no wonder New Zealand does a great line in country pubs.

Jan 12, 2015 • 5 min read

Caribbean cuisine blends fruits and rice, seafood and spice, to create flavors as vibrant as the colors of the islands. Each island has its favorite…