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Dec 5, 2019 • 4 min read

Beautiful Halifax features an incredible maritime coastline and rich historical landmarks, and many of its prime attractions can be seen for free.

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 • 5 min read

Fresh ingredients from land and sea combined with centuries-old recipes means an ever-expanding list of options to feast on in Puerto Vallarta.

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.

Nov 29, 2019 • 5 min read

With world-class free museums and galleries and an abundance of green spaces, you can have an action-packed day in Glasgow without spending a penny.

Nov 29, 2019 • 3 min read

Celebrate Dry January by taking part in these events that keep the party flowing, even if the drinks aren’t. 

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 • 5 min read

On a quest to find out more about her ancestry, Lonely Planet writer Christina Webb took a genealogy DNA test that led her on a voyage of self-discovery.

Nov 27, 2019 • 4 min read

Yangon has a strange dilapidated beauty that captivates. Here’s how to see the best of it's cultural highlights in a weekend.

Nov 27, 2019 • 4 min read

Writer Baia Dzagnidze was born and raised in Tbilisi, Georgia. Here's her guide to the things she loves about the Georgian capital city.

Nov 26, 2019 • 7 min read

Castles, climbing, cooking lessons, Roman ruins, hiking trails, handicraft workshops and more. Here’s some inspiration for a day’s escape from Amman.

Nov 25, 2019 • 4 min read

Two days in Kraków will give you a decent chance of seeing most major sights. Here's our guide to making that a perfect weekend.

Nov 25, 2019 • 4 min read

Brighton heaves with visitors to the North Laines and Brighton beach. Here's how to escape the crowds and see a different side to the city. 

Nov 22, 2019 • 8 min read

The golden age of Jewish-owned "Borscht Belt" resorts ended in the 1960s, but Catskills resorts are starting to see a comeback.

Nov 22, 2019 • 7 min read

India’s ancient stepwells are geometric marvels that astound and confound. Here are seven of the most beautiful with info on how to visit them yourself.

Nov 20, 2019 • 5 min read

While you can pedal the entire Tobishima Kaido bike route in just a few hours, the coastal scenery of the Seto Inland Sea merits slowing down, as does the art,…

Nov 20, 2019 • 4 min read

From people-watching at the ferry terminal to visiting the city’s most beautiful mosques, here’s our pick of the best free things to do in Dhaka.

Nov 20, 2019 • 3 min read

In Spain, Epiphany (6 January) is known as Kings' Day, and is celebrated like a second Christmas with food and gifts. Here’s how and where to get involved.

Nov 19, 2019 • 8 min read

Colombia comes alive with bright Christmas traditions in this first person account of a family experiencing festivals, markets, street food, and more in…

Nov 19, 2019 • 7 min read

Venture beyond New Orleans' tourist core to explore the diverse neighborhoods that make it one of America’s preeminent centers of art and culture.

Nov 18, 2019 • 6 min read

Margate isn’t only fun in summer. This year it hosts the Turner Prize, and Margate NOW festival runs till January. Here’s what to do in Margate this winter.

Nov 15, 2019 • 5 min read

Done Mexico City, Buenos Aires and São Paulo? Check out these seven lesser-known Latin American cities that live and breathe art.