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Copy My Trip: 6 days road-tripping all over El SalvadorAug 17, 2023 • 4 min read
How one writer drove all over this jewel-like Central American country in under a week.
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shoppingBerlin in 5 Shops: flea market finds and club-friendly stylesAug 16, 2023 • 5 min read
Germany’s capital is full of fabulous shops that you won’t find anywhere else.
budget travel12 ways to experience Denver on a budgetAug 13, 2023 • 7 min read
A Mile High City vacation doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are some tips for visiting Denver on a budget.
tips and adviceThe 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.
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.
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.
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.
destination practicalitiesWhen is the best time to visit Berlin?Jul 28, 2023 • 5 min read
Make the most of your time in Berlin, a city with much to see and do, with our ultimate guide to the best time to visit.
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.
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.
destination practicalitiesA first time guide to the quirky French city of NantesJul 16, 2023 • 7 min read
Everything you need to know before you visit this quirky, under-the-radar city in the Loire-Atlantique region of France.
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.
tips and advice11 things to know before heading to BerlinJul 14, 2023 • 7 min read
Berlin is one of the most vibrant, fun and welcoming cities in Europe. These insider tips will make your first visit the best it can be.