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The 11 best places to visit in PakistanAug 13, 2023 • 6 min read
Vibrant cities, breathtaking peaks, ancient culture and spiritual sites – Pakistan has many wonderful places to visit. Here are 11 of our favorites.
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destination practicalitiesThe best ways to get around in MongoliaAug 12, 2023 • 6 min read
Getting around in Mongolia is a proper adventure. Here’s how to go about it.
black travelLiving between two cities has worked wonders for my mental healthAug 11, 2023 • 4 min read
Georgina Lawton explains how splitting her time between London and Lisbon was the right choice for her.
destination practicalitiesEverything you need to know about getting around BogotáAug 11, 2023 • 5 min read
The traffic in Bogotá may be notorious but there are ways to avoid it. Here's how to navigate the Colombian capital with zero stress.
cyclingAre the Alps a good spot for a summer vacation?Aug 8, 2023 • 4 min read
There’s plenty to do in the Alps once the snow has melted.
wildlife and natureCopy My Trip: Galloping with giraffes on safari in KenyaAug 4, 2023 • 6 min read
A recent trip to Kenya left Lonely Planet creative director Annie Greenberg “gobsmacked.” Here’s why.
wildlife and natureAntarctica vs the Arctic: which polar wilderness is for you?Aug 3, 2023 • 7 min read
On our planet, there are two varieties of polar wonderland. Enter two writers to make the case for traveling to Antarctica and the Arctic.
wildlife and natureHow much of Scotland can I experience in a week?Aug 3, 2023 • 4 min read
A reader wonders whether it’s possible to traverse much of Scotland in just one week. Our expert has some thoughts.
destination practicalitiesDo I need a visa to visit Ecuador?Jul 29, 2023 • 4 min read
Don't miss out on the magnificent attractions Ecuador has to offer because of a little paperwork. Here's everything you need to know about visas.
tips and advice9 of the best things to eat in ColombiaJul 29, 2023 • 5 min read
Colombian cuisine reflects the incredible cultural and geographic diversity of the country. Here are the best foods to try when you're there.
air travelHow to get around the mountainous island of St LuciaJul 28, 2023 • 6 min read
St Lucia may be small but its mountainous terrain means it can be tricky to get around. Here's your guide to navigating the island.
health and wellnessMy mother had dementia – and a trip together helped me understand her conditionJul 28, 2023 • 5 min read
The tourism industry is helping to make travel with loved ones living with dementia comfortable and more common.
architectureA Total Trip: what I spent on dining, drinks and museums during a weekend in ParisJul 27, 2023 • 4 min read
How one writer experienced the City of Light for under €450.
destination practicalitiesHow to get around Denver, the gateway to the RockiesJul 25, 2023 • 5 min read
Getting around in Denver is easy in every season, whether you walk, bike, rent a car or take the light rail.
health and wellnessCan I avoid jet lag on my long-haul vacation?Jul 21, 2023 • 3 min read
Jet lag is the bane of every traveler. Here are some helpful tips for minimizing its effects.
tips and adviceWhy a slow bus journey is the best way to see the coast from Lisbon to PortoJul 20, 2023 • 7 min read
Most visitors take the fast inland route between Portugal’s two biggest cities. Consider a the slower, more indirect coastal route instead.
cyclingBordeaux to the Pyrenees by train, bike and hiking trail (no car required)Jul 19, 2023 • 7 min read
The high elevations of the glorious Pyrenees are hard to reach – but not impossible. Here’s how one writer did it car-free.
destination practicalities16 things to know before visiting DenverJul 19, 2023 • 6 min read
Make your trip to dazzling Denver even better with some local advice on everything you should know before you arrive.
sustainable travelMaking a Silk Road journey through Uzbekistan entirely by trainJul 18, 2023 • 5 min read
How one writer followed the Silk Road from Khiva to Bukhara to Samarkand in Uzbekistan – all by train.
budget travel18 ways to explore England on a budgetJul 15, 2023 • 11 min read
Is it possible to explore England on a budget? It is with these top money-saving tips.
photographyAt these 5 pretty pink destinations, it’s always a Barbie WorldJul 14, 2023 • 5 min read
From Western Australia to India to the Dominican Republic, here are five spots that are always pretty in pink.
family travelThe best things to do with kids in EnglandJul 14, 2023 • 7 min read
From visiting zoos and theme parks to exploring the countryside and coastline, here are the best things to do with babies, toddlers, tweens or teens.