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Which end of the US reigns supreme? Eli De Faria for Lonely Planet, John Bilous/Shutterstock

Apr 3, 20256 min read

East Coast vs West Coast: the ultimate US debate

Enjoy outdoor dining while gazing at the Parthenon in Athens. Matteo Colombo/Getty Images

Apr 3, 20256 min read

11 of the best things to eat and drink in Athens

June is the perfect time to head to Cape Cod. Trisha Fay/Shutterstock

Apr 2, 202510 min read

The 12 best places to visit in June 2025

Visitors to Meji-jingu shrine in Tokyo. non c/shutterstock

Mar 31, 20256 min read

8 things you need to know before traveling to Tokyo

A large white multi-arched gateway with a cyclist passing in front of it

Mar 31, 20258 min read

How to get your cell phone connected in Taiwan: eSIMs, wi-fi and mobile networks

Corte, Corsica. Irina Kuzmina/Shutterstock

Mar 31, 20258 min read

6 vacation spots in France that are loved by locals

Head to the Med for glorious sunshine, ancient history and some of the world's most breathtaking coastlines. Shutterstock

Mar 30, 20257 min read

Greece vs Croatia: discover which European country is right for you

From winter skiing to summertime rafting, there's never a bad time to visit Montenegro. Stock Photos 2000/Shutterstock

Mar 28, 20258 min read

When is the best time to visit Montenegro?

Skyline of Brno city. Matyas Rehak/Shutterstock

Mar 27, 20258 min read

When is the best time to visit Czechia?

A tea ceremony in Kyoto. B.S.P.I./Getty Images

Mar 27, 20258 min read

A beginner’s guide to Japanese tea ceremony in Kyoto

The historic town of Richmond, Tasmania is the perfect cozy fall getaway in Australia. Inesa Hill / Shutterstock

Mar 26, 20256 min read

6 of the coziest towns to visit in Australia this autumn

Hiking in the mountains near Valbonë, Albania. Ilir Tsouko/Lonely Planet

Mar 26, 20257 min read

How to get your cell phone connected in Albania: eSIMs, wi-fi and mobile networks

Bukaksan and the leafy Seongbuk-dong neighborhood. Stock for you/Shutterstock

Mar 25, 20256 min read

The best neighborhoods to visit in Seoul

Find out which season will deliver you the ideal trip to Luxembourg. Sabino Parente/Shutterstock

Mar 24, 20256 min read

What is the best time to visit Luxembourg?

The kunda (sacred reservoir) at the Sun Temple in Modhera, Gujarat, India. Parikh Mahendra N/Shutterstock

Mar 24, 202511 min read

Intrigued by Rajasthan? Consider visiting Gujarat, too

Train travel can be a unique and beautiful way to see Vietnam. Nguyen Quang Ngoc Tonkin/Shutterstock

Mar 24, 20257 min read

Taking the train in Vietnam ⁠– everything you need to know

A gold-domed church building at sunset.

Mar 24, 20258 min read

When is the best time to visit Bulgaria?

Stradun Street Dubrovnik or tour the Rome's colosseum? Read on to decide for yourself © Emanuel Metzenthin/Shutterstock; iStock

Mar 22, 20258 min read

Italy vs Croatia: which Mediterranean country is right for you?

Plan the perfect summer vacation in the Sea Islands with this step-by-step guide. Raquel Lonas/Getty Images

Mar 22, 20258 min read

How to plan your summer vacation to South Carolina’s Sea Islands

A harbor filled with boats overlooked by rows of cream-colored buildings with terra-cotta roofs.

Mar 21, 202510 min read

A first-time guide to Hvar, Croatia

A wooden canoe sits on the edge of a beach with a covered pier, backed by mountains

Mar 21, 20256 min read

The best time to visit Hawaii

Split is Croatia's second-largest city. Lucky-photographer/Shutterstock

Mar 21, 20257 min read

A first-time guide to Split, Croatia

Sorrento is an excellent base to explore the Amalfi Coast. Bahdanovich Alena/Shutterstock

Mar 21, 20259 min read

A first-time guide to Sorrento

Isla Mujeres is famous for its iconic sunsets. Emma Shaw for Lonely Planet

Mar 20, 20256 min read

The ultimate weekend in Isla Mujeres

The entire Ko Olina Resort complex in O‘ahu. Courtesy Ko Olina Resort

Mar 20, 20258 min read

The ultimate weekend at Ko Olina Resort in O‘ahu

From fine weather to festivals, there are reasons to visit Hong Kong at any time of year. Sorbis/Shutterstock

Mar 20, 202510 min read

When is the best time to visit Hong Kong?

Dawn at Haleakalā National Park. Eleseus/Shutterstock

Mar 20, 20259 min read

A first-time guide to Maui

Hong Kong is one of the world's top foodie destinations. Locomotive74/Shutterstock

Mar 20, 202513 min read

What to eat and drink in Hong Kong

Hiking at Rhossili Bay, Wales. attilio pregnolato/Shutterstock

Mar 20, 202513 min read

12 unforgettable places to visit in Wales

From snowy winters to summers on the beach, there's no bad time to visit Romania. ecstk22/Shutterstock

Mar 19, 20257 min read

When is the best time to visit Romania?

Gothenburg cityscape in summer. Photo by Rudi Steenbruggen/Getty Images

Mar 19, 20258 min read

A first-time guide to Gothenburg and Sweden's coastal islands

A canal in Bruges, in West Flanders province of Belgium. Shutterstock

Mar 18, 20255 min read

The best time to visit Belgium: a seasonal guide

Kevada Mosque in Champaner and Pavagadh Archaeological Park, Gujarat. Vyas Abhishek/Shutterstock

Mar 18, 20259 min read

8 of the best offbeat historical sites in India

The ancient shrine of Ise-jingū is the centerpiece of Ise-Shima, a tranquil natural region of Japan. Courtesy of Jingushicho

Mar 17, 20257 min read

Discover the serene beauty of Ise-Shima, Japan

Peru's breathtaking landscapes, vibrant cultures, and ancient archaeological wonders reward getting off the grid. But if you want to stay connected on your next trip, here’s how. Laura Morris/Shutterstock

Mar 17, 20258 min read

How to get your cell phone connected in Peru: eSIMs, wi-fi and mobile networks

A view of San Luis Obispo from Cerro Peak. Nick Fox/Shutterstock

Mar 17, 20259 min read

A first-time guide to San Luis Obispo, California

Tokyo at twilight viewed from Roppongi Hills. voyata/Shutterstock

Mar 17, 202519 min read

12 of the best neighborhoods in Tokyo

Copenhagen in autumn. Giannis Papanikos/Shutterstock

Mar 16, 20255 min read

The best time to visit Copenhagen

Christianshavn. Alexanderstock23/Shutterstock

Mar 15, 20256 min read

The best neighborhoods to visit in Copenhagen

Volcán Concepción on Isla de Ometepe, Nicaragua, at sunset. milosk50/Shutterstock

Mar 15, 20258 min read

10 of the best islands in Central America

Bahía Cumberland and San Juan Bautista, the only town on Isla Robinson Crusoe. Sarah Spiess/Shutterstock

Mar 14, 20258 min read

A first-time guide to Chile's Isla Robinson Crusoe

Arenal serves as a backdrop to the town of La Fortuna. Bailey Johnson for Lonely Planet

Mar 14, 20257 min read

First-time guide to Volcán Arenal

Piazza dell’Anfiteatro in Lucca. serenarossi/Shutterstock

Mar 14, 20259 min read

The best alternatives to 8 Italian hot spots

From the beach towns of Florida to summer in Seattle, Lonely Planet staffers share some of their favorite US destinations. Kristi Blokhin/Shutterstock

Mar 14, 202513 min read

The 8 best US vacation spots locals love

Sellers line the streets of Paris in sunny weather. Dana Ward / Shutterstock

Mar 13, 20257 min read

When is the best time to go to Paris?

Dal bhat (rice and lentils) is a staple of Nepali cuisine. Maya Karkalicheva/Getty Images

Mar 13, 20258 min read

What to eat and drink in Nepal

Madrid is a year-round destination. Sandra Moraes/Shutterstock

Mar 13, 20255 min read

When is the best time to visit Madrid?

Explore Ontario with festivals, fiery fall colors and epic winter adventures. AnjelikaGr/Shutterstock

Mar 11, 20257 min read

The best time to visit Ontario

It's easy to get connected in Morocco via wi-fi or a local SIM card or international eSIM. NicoElNino/Shutterstock

Mar 11, 20258 min read

How to get your cell phone connected in Morocco: eSIMs, wi-fi and mobile networks

France is an incredible place to explore, especially when you understand its cultural nuance. Andrei Antipov/Shutterstock

Mar 10, 20256 min read

11 things only a local could tell you about France

Some of the top wineries in the world are just a short ride by car or train from central Bordeaux. Justin Foulkes for Lonely Planet

Mar 10, 20257 min read

The best day trips from Bordeaux

Germany's Black Forest is defined by beautiful scenery, outdoor activities and historic towns. Umomos/Shutterstock

Mar 10, 202516 min read

See the best of Germany’s Black Forest with this 9-day itinerary

A man swims by the waterfalls at Krka National Park, Croatia. Anita Lucic/EyeEm/Getty Images

Mar 10, 20259 min read

A first-time guide to Dalmatia, Croatia

Tsaravets Fortress in Veliko Târnovo, Bulgaria. Walter Bibikow/Getty Images

Mar 9, 20258 min read

8 of the best places to visit in Bulgaria

Parcul Valea Morilor in Chişinău, Moldova. Ianosh Petrashcu / Shutterstock

Mar 9, 20258 min read

A first-time guide to Moldova

People walking barefoot through Bordeaux's Miroir d'Eau. Eo naya/Shutterstock

Mar 7, 20259 min read

When is the best time to visit Bordeaux, France?

Snowy mountains rise above Lake Ohrid in North Macedonia.

Mar 6, 202511 min read

A first-time guide to North Macedonia

Tynemouth Pier and Lighthouse, northeast England. Laura Donothey/Shutterstock

Mar 5, 202510 min read

8 of the UK’s most charming coastal towns

A humpback whale breaches near Lahaina, Maui. share your experiences/Getty Images

Mar 5, 20258 min read

A guide to whale watching in Maui

The confluence of the Indus and Zanskar rivers in Nimmu, Ladakh. Suraj Naik 2307/Shutterstock

Mar 5, 202511 min read

A first-time guide to Ladakh, India

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