family travel
How to survive a summer in a caravan with young kids and live to tell the taleFeb 17, 2020 • 5 min read
Here's how to plan and pack for a summer in a caravan with young children.
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family travelThe best US road trips for the entire familyFeb 17, 2020 • 6 min read
Ah, the family road trip. A source of endless possibilities, new experiences and family bonding.
budget travelSpending diary: what I spent on a two-day trip to Rio de JaneiroFeb 15, 2020 • 7 min read
In December, Joe Revill flew to Rio to visit his girlfriend for a romantic weekend. Here's how they stretched their Real.
family travelFrom planes to crayons, these fun factory tours go behind the scenesFeb 14, 2020 • 7 min read
Find out how ice cream, planes and coins are made at these top factory tours in the US.
campingHow to rent outdoor gear when travelingFeb 14, 2020 • 5 min read
Outdoor gear rental companies allow travelers to minimize what they pack, save money, and reduce the carbon footprint of their trip overall.
sustainable travelHow sustainable are planes, trains and coaches on top European routes?Feb 14, 2020 • 5 min read
Plane, train or coach? Lonely Planet looks at cost, journey time and carbon emissions across five European routes.
historyWhy I am slow travelling through Asia with my daughterFeb 14, 2020 • 4 min read
Ever thought of slowing down and spending every day with your family? Evie Farrell has done it, and hasn't looked back.
budget travel11 ways to upgrade your travel gameFeb 13, 2020 • 4 min read
Want to be a better traveler? Consider adopting these good habits before your next trip, and take your travel game to the next level.
family travelNew York with kids: discover why it's surprisingly family friendlyFeb 13, 2020 • 6 min read
Writer Tasmin Waby hits NYC with her daughters and discovers she'll never run out of things to see in the Big Apple.
national parksHow to choose a Rocky Mountaineer train experienceFeb 13, 2020 • 3 min read
Here’s what you need to know if you’re trying to decide between the routes and service levels on the Rocky Mountaineer
wildlife and natureWild weddings: where to get married outdoors in the UKFeb 12, 2020 • 6 min read
If you want to get wed in the great outdoors, we've got the perfect round up of outdoor wedding locations in the UK.
disneyWhich US Disney park is right for you?Feb 12, 2020 • 5 min read
Confused about which Disney park to choose? Here's how to make that decision.
family travel10 tips for taking a long-distance train with kidsFeb 11, 2020 • 5 min read
We’re living in an era where reducing your carbon footprint is no longer a choice but now viewed as a necessity. If you are a family who love to travel and you…
historySurviving 101 days travelling overland in Africa with kidsFeb 11, 2020 • 5 min read
Africa isn't the most obvious destination to go on an overland holiday with kids, but that didn't stop the Lynn family.
historyCemetery tourism: an ethical traveller's guide to graveyardsFeb 11, 2020 • 6 min read
Find yourself gravitating towards graveyards when you travel? Here’s how to be a responsible tombstone tourist.
festivals and eventsHow to plan a bachelor or bachelorette party abroadFeb 11, 2020 • 6 min read
Organising a stag or hen party is one of your most important jobs as best man or maid of honour. Here are 9 top tips for planning a stag or hen do abroad.
budget travelThe best $50 day itineraries in cities around the worldFeb 10, 2020 • 8 min read
Lonely Planet writers take on the challenge of creating a memorable one-day itinerary for visitors to their home cities, with just $50 to spend.
family travel16 ways to keep your kids (and wallet) happy on family holidaysFeb 10, 2020 • 6 min read
Follow our priceless tips to get value for money and memories that will last a lifetime on your next family holiday.
family travelBaby travel: why and where you should head afield with your infantFeb 10, 2020 • 6 min read
A mother discusses why and where to head afield with your infant, and provides top tips on how to do it successfully.
family travelLonely Planet staff tips on planning a multi-generational family holidayFeb 7, 2020 • 5 min read
Lonely Planet staff give their tips for planning and the many benefits of taking a multi-generational family holiday.
beachesSurf's up at these beginner spots around the worldFeb 7, 2020 • 6 min read
If learning to surf has been on your to-do list for a while, the good news is: it’s never too late. And here are the best places in the world to learn.
budget travelX marks the spot: real hidden treasures you can find around the worldFeb 7, 2020 • 8 min read
Why must treasure hunts be confined to the pages of fiction? From ‘golden owls’ to chests of buried loot, these treasures can be found in the real world.