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NOVEMBER 2, 2014: Exterior of Gare de Nice-Ville train station at night.
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Aug 19, 20206 min read

Europe’s new night trains offer travelers an alternative to flying

Aerial view from Waikato River, Hamilton, New Zealand
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Aug 19, 20202 min read

These destinations have been selected as New Zealand's most beautiful towns and cities

Railway road with mountains in background at sunset, Portugal
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Aug 17, 20203 min read

Ask Lonely Planet: is traveling by sleeper train in Europe safe right now?

Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis) blowing bubbles alongside a whale watch boat in Port Stephens.
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Aug 11, 20202 min read

Sustainable tourism, wildlife protection and Indigenous culture thrive in Australia's new marine park

Aug 6, 20203 min read

Glimpse the Himalayas in misty Mukteshwar

A man on a bicycle is pictured from behind as he pedals down a rural road past fields and toward a misty river. A church and houses are seen on a ridge in the distance.

Aug 4, 20202 min read

The world's largest urban farm has opened on a Paris rooftop

Aug 1, 20203 min read

This brand new travel company is lifting guests spirits with surprise packages

Jul 31, 20202 min read

You'll have to kayak or paddleboard to this floating sauna in British Columbia

Lake Kabetogama, evening, Voyageurs National Park, Minnesota, USA.
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Jul 29, 20206 min read

15 unbelievably cheap private islands you can rent in the US

Jul 28, 20207 min read

Can visiting lesser-known places offer a better travel experience?

Jul 24, 20202 min read

Watch fish swim by from your floating glass-bottomed eco-hotel suite

Jul 24, 20203 min read

Discover the tranquil hills of Kerala’s Munnar

The Lepchas depend on nature for their daily needs ©Kritika Sarda

Jul 15, 20206 min read

The Lepchas: heritage and culture of the native people of Sikkim

Central Sydney is now powered using 100% renewable electricity © Andy Hocknell / EyeEm via Getty Images

Jul 10, 20202 min read

Central Sydney is now completely run on renewable energy

Bixby Bridge on the way from San Franciso to L.A.
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Jul 9, 20202 min read

A coast-to-coast US road trip in an electric car is now easier than ever

A man kayaking in the turquoise water of the river Soca, in Slovenia. CasarsaGuru / Getty Images

Jul 9, 20205 min read

This new hiking route follows a WWI front line

Jul 7, 20203 min read

Record amount of plastic recovered from largest ever ocean clean-up

Jul 3, 20202 min read

This resort in Aspen has reopened with 100% clean energy

Jun 27, 20202 min read

Oslo’s ambitious new library was worth the wait

Jun 27, 20204 min read

A guide to hiking the Wave, America's most exclusive trek

London. Train station and Tower Bridge night lights, aerial view.
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Jun 26, 20202 min read

New 'ultra rapid' train network could be part of Europe's post-pandemic recovery

Glyder Fach, in sight of Snowdon, but likely to be far less busy © Sebastien-Coell / Getty Images

Jun 26, 20207 min read

The art of escaping the holiday crowds in the UK

Lighthouse on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
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Jun 25, 20207 min read

With travel ground to a halt, a writer rediscovers home

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Jun 25, 20206 min read

10 things I learned cycling across Europe on my own

Virgin, Utah, Great Zion area — October 2025
Zion White Bison Glamping + RV Resort

Jun 24, 20207 min read

Is glamping going to be the new social distancing travel trend?

Man hiking toward Fortescue Bay along the coast.

Jun 20, 20206 min read

Why Tasmania is perfect for ecotourists

Lonely Planet magazine produced award-winning content for twelve years

Jun 16, 20208 min read

The people we met – celebrating 12 years with Lonely Planet Magazine

Mary, the mother-in-law of Ciclo's founder, making event programs from recycled paper

Jun 16, 20206 min read

Why female Cuban professionals are leaving their careers to become artists

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Jun 12, 20205 min read

The best cycling tours in India

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Overhead of wilderness hut.

Jun 10, 20206 min read

A sustainability expert’s guide to zero-waste travel

Lonely Planet Traveller Magazine, issue 112, April 2018, Central Thailand
Fish swim in the aqua pool of a waterfall in the Erawan National Park.

Jun 9, 20202 min read

Thailand might close its national parks regularly to protect wildlife

Jun 4, 20205 min read

Our top 10 picks for backpacking cooking gear

Helmeted cyclist riding in a bike lane on a blue Citi Bike in Manhattan

Jun 2, 20207 min read

Why cycling is the future of urban transportation around the world

Seedpod

Jun 2, 20202 min read

Escape into nature and isolate yourself in a luxurious pod

Flooding in Venice is becoming more common as sea levels rise. J J / 500px

May 22, 20207 min read

6 bucket list destinations at risk of disappearing due to climate change

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May 18, 20204 min read

This is the year to plan the perfect camping vacation

May 15, 202010 min read

First-timer's guide to Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Issue 54, Lonely Planet Traveller Magazine, Classic Paris
Eiffel Tower illuminated at night.

May 14, 20208 min read

Virtual Vacation: France

May 13, 20203 min read

"New Big 5" project wants to change how we think about wildlife conservation

The blue banded bee is one of the most striking species of bees native to Australia © Karthik Photography / Getty Images

May 11, 20207 min read

How beekepers around the world are keeping colonies alive

The Na Pali Coast, Kauai ©chasefogus/500px

May 8, 20202 min read

Hawaii wants to ensure a sustainable relationship with tourism post-COVID-19

Book direct for short-notice domestic breaks © Youproduction / Shutterstock

May 8, 20208 min read

9 car camping essentials for summer road trips

A French street in the Montmartre district with small cafes, restaurants and art galleries.

May 4, 20202 min read

The cities aiming to become bike and pedestrian-friendly after lockdown

The list of greenest cities aims to provide direction for cities in best practices for urban design © Maskot via Getty Images

Apr 28, 20203 min read

These cities around the world lead the way towards a greener future

Apr 25, 20202 min read

Dutch Hyperloop company plans to connect Paris to Amsterdam in just 90 minutes

Apr 16, 20202 min read

A huge environmental event has moved online for Earth Day

A whale breaching in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve, Alaska. Betty Wiley/Getty Images

Apr 3, 20202 min read

Oceans restored by 2050? Scientists report it can be done

Check how ethical an elephant sanctuary is before visiting. hangingpixels / Shutterstock

Apr 2, 20206 min read

How to travel responsibly in Chiang Mai

Multicolored river in Colombia, Cano Cristales. VarnaK / Shutterstock

Mar 25, 20209 min read

Where the river runs red: a family adventure to the heart of former FARC territory

There are many great resources to help families explore the world from home. Teresa Short / Getty Images

Mar 10, 20206 min read

9 ways to teach your kids about the world without leaving home

Mar 5, 20205 min read

5 hotels working to restore coral reefs around the world

The jetty at Lundy Island, where the MS Oldenburg docks. MarkCooper / Shutterstock

Mar 2, 20206 min read

Sustainability: what Lundy Island can teach us about saving the planet

Feb 28, 20204 min read

Have you ever wondered how green your airline actually is?

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Traveler Admiring Mountain Views on a Scenic Train Ride

Feb 27, 20202 min read

This company will give you extra holiday time if you don't fly

If you're an adrenaline junkie, you'll meet your match in Queenstown. Robert CHG / Shutterstock

Feb 26, 20202 min read

Over two years Air New Zealand diverts 900 tons of inflight waste

Head to Chamonix for hardcore skiing and incredible views of Mont Blanc © Ashley Cooper / Getty Images

Feb 24, 20203 min read

Amid concerns of habitat destruction, France looks to restrict access to Mont Blanc

Find incredible views on a one-day hike in Seven Rila Lakes National Park. Kisa_Markiza / Getty Images

Feb 20, 20204 min read

This national park in Eastern Europe combines adventure and sustainability perfectly

Jakarta looks destined to become the first megacity rendered uninhabitable by climate change. Alvian Indonesia / Shutterstock

Feb 18, 20207 min read

What would a truly eco-friendly city look like? We ask the experts as Indonesia plans to build new capital

Feb 18, 20207 min read

Will sustainable air travel ever be possible?

You don't have to stock a whole gear closet to play outside. svetikd / Getty Images

Feb 14, 20206 min read

How to rent outdoor gear when traveling

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