Connections

Mar 25, 2020 • 6 min read

With over 8000 Australian islands, we've narrowed down the best spots for wildlife spotting, water sports, exploring, eating and total relaxation.

Mar 25, 2020 • 4 min read

As the Conch Republic cancels Independence Days and the Empire of Austenasia locks down, we check how the world’s micronations are reacting to coronavirus.

Mar 24, 2020 • 6 min read

In Kagawa, traditional handicrafts and art show how Japanese culture has long been in step with sustainability.

Mar 24, 2020 • 7 min read

As we navigate the new normal of staying at home and practicing social distancing, there’s never been a better time to relax, reset and pamper yourself with a…

Mar 24, 2020 • 6 min read

Stranded on an Antarctic cruise ship due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Edwina Hart shares her experience of life on board. 

Mar 24, 2020 • 6 min read

Discover Lisbon, one of Europe’s hottest destinations, through the eyes of a local who lives, breathes and embraces all it has to offer.

Mar 23, 2020 • 6 min read

Sailor Brian Thompson, who has circumnavigated the world solo, shares his advice on self-isolating during the coronavirus crisis. 

Mar 23, 2020 • 2 min read

Copenhagen is aiming to be the world's first carbon-neutral capital by 2025. Here's what this means for travellers.

Mar 23, 2020 • 11 min read

The coronavirus outbreak began in China and soon spread across Asia. We asked locals to share their experience of what it’s like to live there right now.

Mar 23, 2020 • 4 min read

Get to know Istanbul from a local's perspective, from where to find cheap eats to the best place to relax in a city filled with 15 million people.

Mar 21, 2020 • 9 min read

In our series rediscovering great travel essays, TC Boyle recounts his first time living abroad in Ireland.

Mar 20, 2020 • 3 min read

Music has the power to transport us to faraway places – which can be handy when you’re quarantined in your dining room.

Mar 19, 2020 • 5 min read

Amid requests to practice "social distancing" heading off to a national park might sound like a great idea, but Leigh Kunkel reports visitors could make the…

Mar 18, 2020 • 11 min read

Europe is now the global centre of the COVID-19 pandemic. We asked a number of locals to share their experience of what it’s like to live there right now.

Mar 18, 2020 • 10 min read

North America is one of the continents most affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s also where many of our writers live. Here are their stories.

Mar 17, 2020 • 6 min read

We're all dreaming of ways to get off the grid and explore somewhere remote. Here are our favorite ways to find off-the-beaten-path travel experiences.

Mar 17, 2020 • 10 min read

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, each US state’s government is handling the situation differently.

Mar 16, 2020 • 4 min read

Our Lonely Planet writer in Italy explains what it's like there during the coronavirus lockdown and gives the latest advice for travellers.

Mar 13, 2020 • 6 min read

If travel restrictions related to COVID-19 have you stranded far from home, here's what to do.

Mar 13, 2020 • 8 min read

With more countries introducing lockdown measures to control the spread of coronavirus, we asked three people living in Italy to share their experiences.

Mar 13, 2020 • 4 min read

When funds, time, energy, or restrictions prevent you from “going places,” consider one of these travel alternatives.

Mar 13, 2020 • 4 min read

Get to know London from a local’s perspective, from the best view of the Thames to the perfect cycle route.