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The 10 best graduation trips to take in 2024Feb 19, 2024 • 6 min read
After years of hard work, what better way to celebrate than with an amazing adventure? Here are the best places for a graduation trip.
National Parks
hikingThese 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.
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
national parksThe 6 best US national parks for persons with disabilitiesJan 3, 2024 • 8 min read
As national parks look for ways to better serve travelers with disabilities, here are the top parks doing it right.
national parksThe 10 best places to visit in HondurasJan 2, 2024 • 10 min read
Looking to venture outside the popular tourist bubble? Off-the-beaten-track Honduras has so much to offer – here's our guide to the best places to go.
cruise9 over-the-top travel gifts for 2023Dec 8, 2023 • 6 min read
These next-level travel gifts might be out of reach, but hey, you never know.
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
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.
hiking9 hikes to see New Zealand’s stunning scenery up closeOct 22, 2023 • 6 min read
New Zealand is famous for its stunning scenery and immersing yourself in nature is the best way to experience its remarkable landscapes up close.
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.
hikingThe top 12 things to do in Guatemala, from cultural experiences to volcano treksOct 10, 2023 • 7 min read
Guatemala is a dream destination for adventurers and a great place for cultural immersion. Here are the top things to do.
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.
hikingThe 12 best hikes in California: get outside in the Golden StateSep 8, 2023 • 8 min read
California’s best hikes cover dramatic coastlines and peaks, cascading waterfalls and the world’s tallest trees.
hikingThe 7 most incredible hikes in TexasAug 27, 2023 • 8 min read
Texas is home to some of the most stunning and diverse hikes in the country and our round-up of the best will ensure you have the time of your life there.
hiking9 of the best hikes in ColombiaAug 16, 2023 • 10 min read
With coastline trails and dizzying high-altitude scenery, explore Colombia with these top hiking routes.
hikingCopy My Trip: Glamping and hiking at Utah’s Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef National ParksAug 15, 2023 • 6 min read
One Lonely Planet team member’s time glamping, hiking, biking and eating in and around southwestern Utah’s national parks will inspire you.
national parksAs I traveled through a remote Canadian national park, Inuit stewards led the wayJun 12, 2023 • 15 min read
Torngat Mountains National Park is the ancestral home of Inuit and their predecessors. As elders return to Hebron, we hear some of their stories.
activities6 Challenging Adventures in NevadaMay 23, 2023 • 4 min read
Are you looking for an adrenaline rush that will test your limits and don't mind putting in the work? Nevada has it all