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These 8 hikes showcase Los Angeles’ surprising natural beautyFeb 5, 2024 • 7 min read
Take in a different city of LA – its natural beauty – with these hikes, which promise sunset views, waterfalls, celebrity sightings and more.
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hikingEarth, water and sky: Exploring Alaska’s five regionsJan 19, 2024 • 7 min read
From rainforests to glaciers Alaska is distinctive, and adventures here are shaped through each of its different regions
hikingAsk a local expert about ArmeniaJan 9, 2024 • 4 min read
Get help from a local expert to plan an unforgettable trip to Armenia.
hikingThe best times to visit Belize to avoid the heat or rainy seasonJan 6, 2024 • 4 min read
Tiny, tropical Belize can alternately be too hot to handle and too wet to travel. Here's when to go.
hikingThe 12 best hikes in India, from the high Himalayas to the steamy Western GhatsDec 15, 2023 • 16 min read
From mighty Himalayan peaks to the steamy Western Ghats, India takes in a remarkable variety of landscapes. Here's our guide to the best hikes in India.
beachesCopy My Trip: a winter break filled with swimming, hiking and dancing in GuadeloupeDec 11, 2023 • 5 min read
Swimming, hiking, dancing and feeding lorikeets all over this Caribbean island.
cyclingRwanda is a land of outdoor adventureNov 30, 2023 • 6 min read
If you’re heading to Rwanda and have a taste for adventure and outdoor activities, you’ll be spoiled for choice
hikingGorillas and more on Rwanda's wildlife trailNov 30, 2023 • 6 min read
Rwanda offers exceptional African wildlife-viewing opportunities in super-scenic environments
cyclingUmbria’s natural wonders are an adventurer’s paradiseNov 27, 2023 • 5 min read
From the highest peaks to the deepest grottos and everything in between, Umbria offers outdoor experiences for all
hikingTwitchers reveal their top spots for birdwatching in the USNov 9, 2023 • 6 min read
American twitchers reveal their favorite spots to see the birds this year.
hikingMontana: behind the scenes of our Best in Travel videoNov 1, 2023 • 7 min read
See the locations and experiences that capture the soul and spirit of Montana for Best in Travel 2024.
attractionEcuador: behind the scenes of our Best in Travel videoOct 30, 2023 • 8 min read
Behind the scenes of Lonely Planet's whirlwind shoot in Ecuador for Best in Travel 2024
beachesCroatia is an outdoor paradise, on and off the coastOct 30, 2023 • 6 min read
Explore the exciting natural wonders and activities awaiting those who are willing to get off the beaten path in Croatia
hikingThe 7 best day trips from TaipeiOct 26, 2023 • 11 min read
Within the dense forests that encircle colorful Taipei, the beauty of rural Taiwan awaits. Make time for these rewarding day trips from Taipei.
campingCopy My Trip: Going back to nature in Canada’s Algonquin Provincial ParkOct 25, 2023 • 5 min read
A recent swimming, canoeing and hiking trip to Canada's Algonquin Provincial Park left Lonely Planet writer Isabella Noble feeling refreshed.
hikingThe 10 most spectacular hikes in TaiwanOct 21, 2023 • 7 min read
From high-altitude routes and adventurous day hikes to scenic coastal paths and historic walking trails, these are Taiwan's best hikes.
hikingSalzburg vs Vienna: which awesome Austrian city has more allure?Oct 9, 2023 • 7 min read
Does mountain-adjacent Salzburg or sophisticated Vienna offer the better introduction to Austrian art and culture? We asked two writers to make the case.
hikingWhy the train from Vienna to Saalfelden Leogang is food for the soulOct 4, 2023 • 4 min read
As the train crosses the Austrian countryside and approaches the mountains, the joys of country living lie just around the next bend in the track.
hikingWant to take an extended hike along Scotland’s east coast? Here’s howSep 29, 2023 • 5 min read
Many visitors only pass through Scotland’s east coast en route to points north. Their loss. Here’s how to get the most out of this glorious region.
hikingHow to arrange a multi-day hike on Wales’ Glyndŵr’s WaySep 27, 2023 • 7 min read
Take inspiration from a legendary Welsh leader as you tackle this 135-mile trail through the heart of Wales.
hikingThe 10 most stunning hikes in New York StateSep 20, 2023 • 8 min read
Escape the clamor of NYC's boroughs and take a hike in the countryside just beyond it. These are our 10 favorite hikes in New York State.
hikingThe 6 best hikes in Colorado for Rocky Mountain adventuresSep 11, 2023 • 7 min read
With its rugged peaks, high desert mesas, slot canyons and grasslands, Colorado was made for hiking. Here are the six best hikes in the Centennial State.