Destination Practicalities

Dec 15, 2019 • 7 min read

A trip on the Trans-Siberian Railway takes a lot of planning. Here's our guide on what's needed before you go, and what to pack for the journey.

Dec 12, 2019 • 5 min read

Whether you’re travelling for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or for another reason this holiday, the season can be fraught with extra stress. But take a few…

Dec 11, 2019 • 5 min read

Learn to surf, leap into water-filled canyons, dive to shipwrecks or simply admire the view; driving South Africa’s Garden Route is full of rewards.

Dec 11, 2019 • 5 min read

After 12 months visiting over 100 countries on all seven continents, this couple offers tips on how to budget for an around-the-world trip.

Dec 11, 2019 • 5 min read

Packed with fantastic things to see, do, and eat, Copenhagen is ideal for a weekend break. Here’s how to enjoy a weekend in the city.

Dec 11, 2019 • 4 min read

What will a three day break in Brooklyn cost you? One writer tracks her spending to find out.

Dec 10, 2019 • 5 min read

One of the youngest major districts in the United States, South Beach has already gone through several reiterations, dramatically changing its makeup.

Dec 9, 2019 • 4 min read

While a weekend isn’t nearly long enough to experience all Halifax has to offer, you can still see plenty of cool spots during a short trip.

Dec 9, 2019 • 5 min read

Strapped for rupees? Never fear. Kolkata has a bunch of wonderful activities that can be done for absolutely no cost. Here’s a list of some of the best.

Dec 9, 2019 • 6 min read

With carbon-neutral accommodation options, e-campers for hire and cross-country cycle routes, there are many ways to travel sustainably in New Zealand.

Dec 6, 2019 • 5 min read

Airline apps and websites are making it easier than ever to manage your own bookings, especially in the event of certain kinds of disruption or if you…

Dec 5, 2019 • 5 min read

This DIY road trip takes in evergreen forest, alpine lakes, mountain towns, and a hand-built stone castle with its own fire-breathing dragon.

Dec 5, 2019 • 5 min read

Just up the coast from Dubai, the emirate of Sharjah is a place that cherishes its heritage while shaping a distinct contemporary cultural identity.

Dec 4, 2019 • 6 min read

What better way to kick off the festive season than with a wintry weekend in Cologne?

Dec 4, 2019 • 5 min read

Tangier deftly balances a mix of cultures not found elsewhere in the country, and makes a perfect place for a gentle immersion into the madness of Morocco.

Dec 2, 2019 • 2 min read

Don't let being 30,000 feet up in the air ruin your chances of watching the Super Bowl. Here's how to catch the big game during a flight.

Dec 2, 2019 • 4 min read

The new His Dark Materials adaptation on HBO and BBC dusts off Philp Pullman’s fantastical saga through the multiverse.

Dec 1, 2019 • 5 min read

I'm a Lonely Planet travel writer who has quit flying. Here’s what made me rethink the way I travel and how I’ve made it work for me.

Nov 29, 2019 • 4 min read

Super Bowl Sunday is about wings, drinks and of course, football. Here are 7 sports bars to watch the big game.

Nov 29, 2019 • 5 min read

It’s not particularly pleasant to think about, but sometimes passengers die on board an aircraft — although it’s very rare, so don’t preoccupy yourself…

Nov 28, 2019 • 4 min read

Russia’s new day trains follow a triangular route connecting Petrozavodsk, Novgorod and Pskov. Here's our guide to visiting Russia's northwest by train.

Nov 27, 2019 • 7 min read

Coaches may get a bad rep, but, when plying the right route, they can be a wonderful way to travel. Here are six of the world’s most beautiful bus rides.