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Cemetery 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.
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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.
nightclubsInside Bangkok's new red-light district museum: from ping pong balls to David BowieFeb 10, 2020 • 5 min read
A new museum has opened in Bangkok focused on the city’s notorious Patpong red-light district. We peek behind the curtain to see what visitors can expect.
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.
romanceIn it for the long-haul: why couples who travel together stay togetherFeb 7, 2020 • 5 min read
From the first romantic city getaway to a round-the-world adventure for two, the highs and lows of travelling as a couple can deepen the bond you share.
disney8 of the coolest celebrity proposal locations around the worldFeb 6, 2020 • 5 min read
Searching for the perfect backdrop to propose? For some, only a romantic getaway will do, though that can mean different things to different people…
historyEdinburgh’s Beltane Fire Festival celebrates the rebirth of summer with fire, dance and drummingFeb 6, 2020 • 5 min read
The Beltane Fire Festival marks the dawn of summer and thousands of years of ritual, magic and rebirth with drumming, dancing, acrobatics and more.
foodIreland's most romantic getawaysFeb 6, 2020 • 6 min read
Ireland is a magical destination for a romantic getaway, with fairy-tale forests, picturesque towns, and awe-inspiring scenery.
artThe 7 best things to do in Vienna with kidsFeb 5, 2020 • 4 min read
Vienna might not be the obvious family travel destination, but there is plenty here to entertain the kids.
hikingSelf-reflection not selfies: why Tokyo’s Mt Takao trek is a perfect complement to Mt FujiFeb 5, 2020 • 3 min read
Beautiful, spiritual and lacking crowds, Mt Takao could be the perfect complement to a Mt Fuji trek, and one of Tokyo’s most enjoyable day trips.
family travelHow to plan the perfect big family holidayFeb 5, 2020 • 6 min read
Wondering how to start planning the perfect big family holiday? We've got you covered!
sustainable travelHow one eco-resort is removing plastic from Todos SantosFeb 4, 2020 • 7 min read
The owners of Todos Santos Eco Adventures saw plastic waste turning off tourists and decided to do something about it.
digital nomadThese countries will issue you multiple passports at the same time - here's whyFeb 4, 2020 • 4 min read
A host of countries will issue a second, concurrently valid passport to their citizens who can prove the need for more than one. Here's why, and how to get one.
historyThe 10 best places for solo travellers to find loveFeb 4, 2020 • 6 min read
Solo travel can be lonely. Here are the top 10 most romantic destinations to help connect you with other solo travellers, and maybe find a holiday romance.
cyclingBogotá's weekly car-free Ciclovia gives visitors and locals a chance to explore by bikeFeb 4, 2020 • 5 min read
Bogotá transforms itself every Sunday into a haven for non-motorized traffic and you're welcome to join the festivities.
sustainable travelWhy now is the time to plan a trip to AustraliaFeb 4, 2020 • 6 min read
The world has been rattled by Australia's bushfires but there’s never been a better time to visit and support communities that need it most.
wildlife and natureFrom waterfalls to chipas, everything you need to know for your first trip to ParaguayFeb 3, 2020 • 4 min read
From its natural landscapes and architecture to its indigenous culture and tasty street food, Paraguay is the perfect South American melting pot.