solo travel
The 7 best places for solo travelers in Europe Jun 10, 2025 • 8 min read
Want to try traveling solo in the new year? Europe is a great place for your first solo trip. We asked our expert writers for their top places to go.
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shoppingWhen on vacation, which currency should I pay in?Jun 8, 2025 • 3 min read
Here's how to dodge currency conversion fees when paying by card on vacation.
local voicesThe Maldives vs Barbados: which is the best idyllic island?Jun 7, 2025 • 7 min read
Two writers go head-to-head to decide, once and for all, which is better: the Maldives or Barbados.
activitiesHow to enjoy Santorini on a budgetJun 6, 2025 • 6 min read
Experience one of the world's most luxurious and stunning destinations without busting your budget.
activitiesThe 12 best free things to do in LondonJun 5, 2025 • 7 min read
London may be expensive but you can still enjoy yourself on a budget with these free things to do.
activitiesLonely Planet’s guide to navigating overtourism in BarcelonaJun 4, 2025 • 11 min read
Here's how to make sure your visit to Barcelona doesn't add to the city's problem of overtourism.
wildlife and nature5 summer solstice celebrations in the northern hemisphere in 2025Jun 3, 2025 • 3 min read
June 20, 2025, is the summer solstice in the northern hemisphere. These celebrations are steeped in local culture and history.
budget travelHow to enjoy Rome on a budgetMay 30, 2025 • 5 min read
There’s no need for the Eternal City to leave you eternally broke. The city offers myriad ways to enjoy your time while saving money.
budget travel10 tips for visiting South Africa on a budgetMay 29, 2025 • 6 min read
With a bit of planning, it’s possible to keep costs manageable and still experience the best of South Africa.
activities14 special experiences to enjoy in TunisiaMay 29, 2025 • 8 min read
Atmospheric medinas and picturesque seaside villages await you in Tunisia. Here are 14 tips to help you plan your visit.
artPride 2025: 6 historic LGBTIQ+ destinations to visit in the USMay 28, 2025 • 3 min read
For Pride month – or any month – these six sites crucial to LGBTIQ+ history in the USA will inspire and inform.
budget travel11 tips for visiting Porto on a budget and 4 of the best low-cost restaurantsMay 28, 2025 • 6 min read
Plan your budget travels to Porto with our money-saving tips.
beaches8 of the best places in Asia for women traveling soloMay 27, 2025 • 8 min read
Our writer shares her solo travel tips for women and her favorite places in Asia where female lone visitors will feel safe and welcome.
wildlife and natureThe 12 best parks in RomeMay 26, 2025 • 7 min read
While most of the time, traveling to Rome means seeing historical monuments, don't sleep on the city's incredible park system. Here are 12 you can't miss.
activitiesThe 20 best free things to do in New York CityMay 22, 2025 • 9 min read
New York City has lots to offer. From parks to museums, we've rounded up the best things you can do for free.
camping11 top spots for camping, glamping and campervan adventures in FranceMay 21, 2025 • 13 min read
Whether you want to spend a night or two in a tree house or go glamping at a riverside campground, here are the best places to pitch up in France.
art and cultureThe best (and safest) ways to explore India as a woman travelerMay 20, 2025 • 8 min read
Women-only tourism is booming all over the world – India included. Let these exciting women-led tours inspire you for your next all-female getaway.
beachesA first-time guide to Coney IslandMay 19, 2025 • 7 min read
Coney Island is NYC’s original summertime escape hatch: gritty, glittery and gloriously weird, with blinking roller coasters, sizzling hot dogs and the…
outdoorsTraveling solo? Consider these 10 destinations in North America and the CaribbeanMay 19, 2025 • 11 min read
Looking for your next big adventure – totally on your own? Our experts share a few of their favorite spots in the Caribbean, Mexico, the USA and Canada.
family travelHow to get the most out of New York City with kidsMay 19, 2025 • 9 min read
Visiting New York City with your children is taxing – and utterly wonderful. Here are the best things to do in NYC with kids, of every age range.
budget travel10 budget tips for visiting CreteMay 16, 2025 • 8 min read
Make your euros stretch further in Crete with these money-saving tips for travelers on a budget.
activitiesThe 11 best free things to do in AnchorageMay 16, 2025 • 7 min read
A trip to Anchorage may be considered one of the more expensive, but there's plenty to do and see that's entirely free.