Tips and Advice

Apr 11, 2025 • 5 min read

Porto's calendar is packed with seasonal celebrations. Choose the perfect time for your trip with our guide to the best time to visit.

Apr 11, 2025 • 4 min read

Struggling to decide where to go? Lonely Planet editor Sasha Brady knows how you feel. Here are her top tips on committing to travel plans.

Apr 11, 2025 • 8 min read

Before you set off for dreamy Greece, read our tips to help you with planning your trip, and navigating the country once you arrive.

Apr 11, 2025 • 4 min read

What’s the best way to get around Italy’s “boot heel”? Read our guide to find out.

Apr 11, 2025 • 9 min read

At these 11 destinations all over the world, you can enjoy a tropical vacation you’ll never forget – without spending a fortune.

Apr 11, 2025 • 11 min read

Kerala serves up some of India's most sublimely relaxing experiences – here's everything you need to know about exploring Kerala's idyllic backwaters.

Apr 10, 2025 • 8 min read

Plan your menu hit list with this guide to the best food and drink in Switzerland.

Apr 10, 2025 • 9 min read

It may be the least-visited of Utah's Mighty 5 but don't sleep on Canyonlands National Park. Here's what you need to know about planning a visit.

Apr 10, 2025 • 10 min read

The Côte d’Azur, France’s southeastern nook, is a playground for the rich and famous. Join them with this guide for first-time visitors.

Apr 10, 2025 • 7 min read

Studded with hand-painted tiles, Lisbon has been displaying art outside for centuries. From azulejos to murals, here's a guide to Lisbon's best street art.

Apr 10, 2025 • 5 min read

Take a train through the Douro Valley in northern Portugal for a scenic, unhurried day trip from Porto – there's even a break for lunch and wine tasting.

Apr 9, 2025 • 7 min read

The Hamptons are known for multi-million dollar homes and in-the-know New Yorkers, but it is also approachable for any traveler looking for a city escape.

Apr 9, 2025 • 12 min read

Plan your trip to Zion, one of the most-visited national parks in the United States, with this first-timer's guide.

Apr 9, 2025 • 9 min read

Make the most of your trip to Arches National Park in Utah, with this list of best times to visit, places to stay and things to do.

Apr 9, 2025 • 6 min read

Plan your UK trip with our seasonal guide. From summer festivals and stunning coastlines to cozy winter escapes, find the best time to visit the UK.

Apr 9, 2025 • 8 min read

An expert guide to Rhodes, the largest of Greece's Dodecanese islands.

Apr 9, 2025 • 7 min read

Plan your trip to Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah with these top tips for first-time visitors.

Apr 8, 2025 • 8 min read

The Japan Rail Pass is more expensive than it used to be, so is it still a good deal? Here's the lowdown on getting more from the Japan Rail Pass.

Apr 8, 2025 • 6 min read

New York City is best absorbed at different paces, in energetic sprints and slow, easy strides. This three-day itinerary showcases Manhattan at its finest.

Apr 8, 2025 • 7 min read

Charleston can charm even the most skeptical traveler with its darling streets, stunning architecture and warm hospitality.

Apr 8, 2025 • 15 min read

The USA is a big country and there’s a lot of it to explore. Get to know it on a weekend break at one of these wonderful locations.

Apr 7, 2025 • 10 min read

A trip to Rome is as much about lapping up the dolce vita as gorging on art and culture. Here's a look at the city's top neighborhoods.