wildlife and nature
These Black hiking groups are changing the outdoors Jul 1, 2020 • 5 min read
These eight Black hiking groups are bringing Black Americans to the outdoors.
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accessible travel11 Amtrak routes with the most breathtaking viewsJun 29, 2020 • 9 min read
From blushing bayous and windswept prairies to snow capped peaks and tunnels through the Continental Divide, these Amtrak routes are full of the best scenery…
wildlife and natureA guide to hiking the Wave, America's most exclusive trekJun 26, 2020 • 4 min read
Over 200,000 people entered the lottery to hike the Wave, but less than 3.7% were lucky enough to win. Here's how to increase your chances.
historyThe art of escaping the holiday crowds in the UKJun 26, 2020 • 6 min read
When lockdown is over and people start to travel the UK again, consider visiting some of these destinations, which may not be quite as crowded.
family travelHikes for tykes: 10 tips for hiking with kidsJun 25, 2020 • 5 min read
Hiking with children can bestow them with a love of the outdoors and a thirst for exploration that lasts a lifetime. Here are 10 tips for hiking with kids.
wildlife and nature4 unbelievable lava tubes left behind by ancient volcanoesJun 23, 2020 • 8 min read
Lava tubes are a moment frozen in time, and you can explore these enormous passageways left behind by rushing rivers of molten lava in caves around the world.
camping9 common mistakes to avoid while hiking and campingJun 21, 2020 • 5 min read
Looking to avoid the crowds, people are taking up hiking and camping for the first time. Here are a few mistakes to avoid before hitting the trails.
historyWhy Tasmania is perfect for ecotouristsJun 20, 2020 • 5 min read
Tasmania has worked hard to preserve its unique ecosystem, making it the perfect destination for sustainable travelers.
wildlife and natureEverything you need to know about paddling in Yellowstone National ParkJun 11, 2020 • 5 min read
The lakes and ponds of Yellowstone National Park are paradise for paddlers. Here's where to kayak, canoe or stand up paddle board in Yellowstone.
historyFrom stagecoach to motorcoach, a history of RVs in the USAJun 9, 2020 • 10 min read
The history RVs in the United States is intertwined with the story of its national parks, and with a hundred years of American pop culture.
hikingBest places in the Southern US to beat the summer heatMay 28, 2020 • 6 min read
Traveling through the southern US this summer? Here's our list of oases perfect for cooling off after spending some time in that sticky-sweet southern heat.
wildlife and natureThis corner of northeastern Utah is the wilderness only locals know aboutMay 15, 2020 • 4 min read
Utah is known for its wild western spaces, but there's a little-known area in the northeast that's prime for explorers.
hikingFirst-timer's guide to Great Smoky Mountains National ParkMay 15, 2020 • 9 min read
Here's everything you need to know for a successful visit to one of the most popular outdoor destinations in the US.
sustainable travel9 car camping essentials for summer road tripsMay 7, 2020 • 8 min read
Escaping for the weekend or an overnight in nature doesn’t have to be complicated or crazy expensive. Skip the tent, and opt for actually camping inside your…
wildlife and natureThe travel memories that are getting Lonely Planet staff through lockdownApr 7, 2020 • 5 min read
Lonely Planet staffers share some of their favourite memories of the natural world seen on their travels.
foodAn insider’s guide to Australia’s Mornington PeninsulaMar 20, 2020 • 4 min read
The Mornington Peninsula near Melbourne has restaurants, vineyards wildlife and coastal activities to make for a memorable visit.
wildlife and natureA descent into the Grand Canyon in the low seasonFeb 28, 2020 • 6 min read
A 101-year-old national park in a two-billion-year-old landscape, Arizona's mighty Grand Canyon takes on a new majesty when dusted with snow.
national parksThe best US national parks for spring wildflowersFeb 28, 2020 • 6 min read
As spring arrives, many of the USA's national parks blossom with wildflower. Here are our favorite places to see spring and summer blooms.
campingHow to road trip the Rocky Mountains on a budgetFeb 17, 2020 • 5 min read
From Colorado’s incredible Black Canyon to Wyoming’s Grand Tetons and beyond, this road trip is all about peak experiences.
national parksHow to choose a Rocky Mountaineer train experienceFeb 13, 2020 • 3 min read
Here’s what you need to know if you’re trying to decide between the routes and service levels on the Rocky Mountaineer
wildlife and natureHawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is still a hot destinationFeb 5, 2020 • 5 min read
Despite Kilauea’s 2018 eruption, the park remains a fantastic place to explore the geology and history of paradise.
wildlife and natureLessons from the Dientes de Navarino trailFeb 5, 2020 • 9 min read
Bailey Freeman shares what she learned from her experience hiking the Dientes de Navarino trail in Chilean Patagonia.