Connections

Sep 1, 2020 • 3 min read

Few things beat cooling off in cold water on a hot day. Here are some of the best spots to dive in and get your sense of adventure tingling.

Aug 27, 2020 • 14 min read

From the archives: In this piece from 2009, journalist Fergal Keane returns to Hong Kong 12 years after the end of British rule and finds a city perpetually in…

Aug 25, 2020 • 8 min read

Fancy a villa by the sea, or an apartment in a vibrant Mediterranean city? Here's what you need to know about buying property around the Med.

Aug 24, 2020 • 5 min read

In 2020, we have a rare sight - Venice without the crowds. Here's what it's like for visitors and locals.

Aug 21, 2020 • 8 min read

With 53 mountains rising at elevations above 14,000 feet, Colorado is home to far more “fourteeners” than any other state (second-place Alaska has 29.)

Aug 21, 2020 • 5 min read

With thousands of moose and not many people, the landscape of Maine dares visitors to tackle oversized adventures. Here's our favorite backwoods spots.

Aug 20, 2020 • 6 min read

Here are our top picks for family-friendly trips in some of America’s most treasured national parks

Aug 20, 2020 • 4 min read

With fabulously pancake-flat, scenic landscapes beckoning along every last dyke and canal, two-wheeling in The Netherlands is a great way to explore.

Aug 19, 2020 • 5 min read

Night trains are making a comeback across Europe as governments, train operators and passengers fall back in love with this clean, green, comfortable and…

Aug 18, 2020 • 8 min read

From lightning storms to schoolwork, here's what it's like to live on a boat with your family and travel the world by sea.

Aug 17, 2020 • 3 min read

With a greater ease of booking, low passenger numbers and sensible COVID-19 precautions in place, taking a sleeper this summer is a fun and great value way to…

Aug 13, 2020 • 11 min read

In Lonely Planet's new book, Epic Surf Breaks of the World, pro surfers and surf writers share what makes these top US surfing spots so special to them.

Aug 12, 2020 • 5 min read

Paul Clammer reflects on his decades-long love affair with Beirut.

Aug 12, 2020 • 6 min read

While working from home, Jack Boswell wondered "would my boss even know if I was miles away?" He became a secret digital nomad to find out.

Aug 8, 2020 • 5 min read

From the Great Barrier Reef to the Twelve Apostles, Australia is a country filled with natural wonders. Here's the top 10.

Aug 7, 2020 • 8 min read

From the South Pacific to the wine dark sea of the Mediterranean, these 10 sailing adventures are woven into human history and are still fun for travelers.

Aug 7, 2020 • 3 min read

Camping in the world's wildest places doesn't mean you need to give up the hope of a relaxing holiday.

Aug 5, 2020 • 5 min read

Traveling to meet the Tsaatan, the reindeer herder tribe of East Taiga, one writer finds a childhood dream fulfilled.

Jul 31, 2020 • 12 min read

Countries around the world are putting out the welcome mat for digital nomads. Here's the latest.

Jul 29, 2020 • 5 min read

When hotels and vacation rentals mean being too close to other guests, you need a private island. Here are some of the best budget options in the US.

Jul 28, 2020 • 6 min read

From unexpected encounters to being gentler on the budget, here's why lesser-known destinations are worth visiting.

Jul 22, 2020 • 5 min read

Enjoy some serious vintage vibes with these classic rentals for your next road trip, cruise or flight.