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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

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

Promenade de la Croisette in Cannes, France. ArTono / Shutterstock

Mar 4, 202510 min read

A first-time guide to Cannes

Tropical Rarotonga and the Cook Islands are worth visiting at any time of year. Didier Marti/Getty Images

Mar 4, 20255 min read

The best time to visit Rarotonga and the Cook Islands

Your cell phone is an invaluable tool for exploring Sri Lanka's beaches, national parks and ancient cities. Oleh_Slobodeniuk/Getty Images

Mar 4, 20259 min read

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

Palermo’s fabled, ever-crowded Mercato del Ballarò. Eric Isselee/Shutterstock

Mar 4, 20259 min read

A first-time guide to Palermo

Botswana's Okavango Delta boasts a region of beauty. Colin Stephenson/Shutterstock

Mar 4, 202510 min read

A first-time guide to the Okavango Delta

Here's how to spend a long weekend in Zagreb. Finn Stock/Shutterstock

Mar 4, 20257 min read

3 days in Zagreb: how to spend a weekend in Croatia’s capital

From Rio's Carnaval to Munich's Oktoberfest, here are the world's top festivals. Celso Pupo/Shutterstock

Mar 3, 202514 min read

12 unforgettable festivals around the world

Before Bali’s “Day of Silence,” exuberant parades mark the run-up to the new year. dothey/Shutterstock

Mar 3, 20257 min read

Everything travelers need to know about Bali’s “Day of Silence”

The best day trips from Dubrovnik include beautiful beach towns like Cavtat. Horia Merla/Shutterstock

Mar 1, 20257 min read

The 7 best day trips from Dubrovnik

The Tybee Island lighthouse in Georgia emerges from behind sand dunes.

Feb 26, 20256 min read

The best beaches near Savannah, Georgia

View from Morro Dois Irmãos in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. vitormarigo/Shutterstock

Feb 26, 20259 min read

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

A US passport can introduce incredible new experiences through travel. Jon Bilous/Shutterstock

Feb 26, 20255 min read

Everything you need to know about USA passports

Experience sunset in Granada overlooking the illuminated Alhambra palace. Sergi Reboredo/VWPics/Universal Images Group/Getty Images

Feb 25, 20257 min read

3 days in Granada - everything you want from a Spanish city

A train crossing the Knaresborough Viaduct in Yorkshire. chrisdorney/Getty Images

Feb 24, 20259 min read

Taking the train in England ⁠– everything you need to know

A cafe in Largo das Neves, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro. Ricardo Funari/Brazil Photos/LightRocket via Getty Images

Feb 24, 20256 min read

5 of Rio de Janeiro’s lesser-known – and most exciting – neighborhoods

Playa Cerritos is pure magic. Getty Images

Feb 24, 202511 min read

Beyond Cabo: 9 best places on Mexico’s Pacific Coast

Wat Phra Singh in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Wat Phra Singh is located in the western part of the old city centre of Chiang Mai , Thailand, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-05-28T10:04:14.000Z, User: lonelyplanetmedia, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 65050 - Digital Destinations and Articles, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Global Publishing WIP, other: Peterson Haggarty // SS Comp Ingestion

Feb 24, 20258 min read

This is what you need to know about getting around Chiang Mai

Kraków at sunrise. TTstudio/Shutterstock

Feb 24, 20255 min read

When is the best time to visit Poland?

A typical Albanian landscape on the Adriatic shore with asphalt road and misty mountains leading toward the sea.

Feb 23, 20258 min read

11 things to know before heading to Albania

Skiers glide down the mountainside in Alpe de Siusi. Amy Lynch for Lonely Planet

Feb 21, 20257 min read

The ultimate winter weekend in the Italian Dolomites

Mercat de la Boqueria is one of Barcelona’s busiest markets and a popular draw for visitors. Only_NewPhoto/Shutterstock

Feb 20, 20258 min read

The Lonely Planet guide to Barcelona's Mercat de la Boqueria

A man walks among thousands of pigeons in front of an elaborate stone archway by the waterfront of a city.

Feb 19, 20259 min read

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

A sandstone balcony at Jaisalmer Fort. RNMitra/Getty Images

Feb 19, 20259 min read

12 of the most magnificent forts in Rajasthan

There are tons of affordable options for getting around Cancún. Leonard Zhukovsky / Shutterstock

Feb 19, 20256 min read

How to get around in Cancún

Santiago de Compostela with its UNESCO-listed historic center is the capital Galicia. imagoDens/Shutterstock

Feb 19, 202511 min read

A first-time guide to Galicia

Colorful hot air balloons flying over a mountain

Feb 18, 20257 min read

The best time to visit Türkiye, which appeals in all seasons

From mountain adventures to summer beach days, Azerbaijan is worth visiting at any time of year. Mikhail Panaiotidi/Getty Images

Feb 17, 20257 min read

When is the best time to visit Azerbaijan?

Photo of the Cabo Frio waterfront, Rio de Janeiro, with blue skies, lots of tents,, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-02-12T16:51:21.000Z, User: rhylton_redventures, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 65030 - Newsletter, job: Lonely Planet WIP, c...

Feb 17, 20255 min read

The best day trips from Rio de Janeiro

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