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Find your way around in Kenya with this guide to transportation © Mario Hagen / Shutterstock

Nov 19, 202311 min read

The best ways to get around in Kenya

These money-saving tips can help you make the most out of your travels in Tanzania © Anastasiia Shavshyna / Getty Images

Nov 16, 20236 min read

8 ways to experience Tanzania on a budget

A tourist watches zebras on a safari in Tanzania
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Nov 15, 20236 min read

Do I need a visa to go to Tanzania?

AnneMarie McCarthy shows us how to enjoy a foodie tour of one of France's proudest gastronomic regions © AnneMarie McCarthy / Lonely Planet

Nov 13, 20235 min read

Copy My Trip: Following the cheese and cider trail on a Normandy food tour in fall

Earthquakes and possible volcanic activity (as pictured here from last summer) are affecting Iceland’s southwestern Reykjanes Peninsula © Philipp Schulze / picture alliance via Getty Images

Nov 13, 20236 min read

Earthquakes and volcanic activity in Iceland. Here’s what travelers should know

Despite the fact that it's a pricey world city, visiting Rio doesn't have to break the bank – here are our tips for saving some cash © FG Trade / Getty Images

Nov 13, 20236 min read

How to visit Rio de Janeiro on a budget

There are plenty of ways to save your dollars – and reais – all across Brazil © MesquitaFMS / Getty Images

Nov 9, 20235 min read

7 budget-friendly tips for your next Brazil trip

If you're thinking about heading to Europe, Slovenia should be at the top of your list © AzmanL / Getty Images

Nov 7, 20234 min read

Ask a local expert about Slovenia

A Bolivian woman walking in front of Lake Titicaca
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Nov 6, 20239 min read

Bolivia on a budget: see world-class sights for fewer bolivianos

Chic hotels and contemporary galleries nudge up against trendy restaurants and cocktail bars on the cobblestone streets of Old San Juan © Hayden Williams / Stocksy

Nov 6, 20238 min read

San Juan's vibrant neighborhoods highlight the best of Puerto Rico

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Nov 5, 20236 min read

The best day trips from Cairo

Explore more of Puerto Rico with these day trips from San Juan © RandomHartz / Shutterstock

Nov 5, 20235 min read

5 of the best day trips from San Juan, Puerto Rico

The Arctic village of Hrisey, renowned for its breathtaking sunsets, is among the cherished destinations that Icelanders love to visit © Shutterstock / Gestur Gislason

Nov 3, 20235 min read

Discover where locals travel in Iceland

Buses in Bolivia are cheap and frequent, though the roads don't always promise a comfortable ride © Anton Petrus / Getty Images

Nov 1, 20236 min read

Getting around in Bolivia – where the journey can be as wild as the destination

A new fleet of Nightjet trains will revolutionize rail travel for solo passengers © ÖBB / Harald Eisenberger

Nov 1, 20235 min read

Sleeping pods and cocktail bars: Europe's night trains aim to lure more solo travelers

Yay! Pornic is just over an hour from Nantes © margouillatphotos / Getty Images

Oct 31, 20236 min read

Best day trips from Nantes

Let the search for wildlife begin © Alamy Stock Photo

Oct 30, 20236 min read

How to get around in Botswana, from 4WD safaris to canoe tours

Crop Over is a thrilling combination of culture and revelry – and lots of sparkle © Courtesy of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc (BTMI)

Oct 30, 20238 min read

A first-time guide to Barbados Crop Over

Choose the right time for your travels to Bolivia with this seasonal guide © Curioso.Photography / Shutterstock

Oct 28, 20234 min read

The best time to visit Bolivia

TFW you've just saved some money during your trip to Botswana © poco_bw / Getty Images

Oct 27, 20239 min read

Botswana on a budget

Take to the open road in Guatemala and discover the country's beauty up close © PeopleImages / Getty Images

Oct 27, 20237 min read

The 6 most incredible road trips in Guatemala

Oct 26, 20238 min read

How to get around in Taiwan

Young female tourist looking out from Chobe River tour boat, Botswana, Africa
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Oct 25, 20239 min read

The best times of year to visit beautiful Botswana

Botswana with kids is challenging but rewarding © Jason Edwards / Getty Images

Oct 25, 20233 min read

Do you need a visa to go to Botswana?

Oslo is one of Europe’s priciest capitals – but with some planning, it’s not hard to keep your costs down © Didrick Stenersen / Visit Oslo

Oct 24, 20239 min read

A Total Trip: A budget-friendly break in (notoriously expensive) Oslo

Narrow down your travel plans with this guide to the best places to visit in Taiwan © kitzcorner / Getty Images

Oct 23, 20236 min read

10 of the best places to visit in Taiwan

Namibia is a spectacular destination for adventurous road trippers © Anastasiia Shavshyna / Getty Images

Oct 22, 20237 min read

5 great Namibia road trips: exploring desert, coast and wetlands on four wheels

Getting around Namibia is guaranteed to be an adventure © Fotografie-Kuhlmann / Shutterstock

Oct 21, 20235 min read

How to get around in Namibia

The birthplace of Vodou, Benin is steeped in culture and history © peeterv / Getty Images

Oct 21, 20234 min read

Do I need a visa to visit Benin?

Two people walk past a small cafe in Taipei

Oct 20, 202313 min read

How to visit Taipei on a budget

Following the course of the Danube, the 460-mile ride lets you take in much of Bulgaria © courtesy Dunav Ultra

Oct 20, 20238 min read

How to take a bikepacking adventure on Bulgaria’s Dunav Ultra

Spanish authorities are cracking down on party tourism with new regulations © Jose Jordan / AFP via Getty Images

Oct 20, 20236 min read

Spanish cities implement new rules to curb party tourism - here's what you need to know

Less-visited corners of India – such as the south or the northeast – offer a way for solo female travelers to ease into their journeys © Sudip Bhar / Shutterstock

Oct 20, 20235 min read

I’m a woman who loves traveling solo. What should I know about India?

Young couple of woman in hat with backpack and man sitting on the top of the rock looking at the beautiful landscape and watching wild animals in Damaraland, Namibia, Southern Africa

Oct 19, 20236 min read

10 ways to travel on a budget in Namibia

Dragonflies flit by in the popular sunset-viewing spot at Guanshan.
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Oct 19, 20233 min read

Do you need a visa to visit Taiwan?

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Oct 18, 20237 min read

How to visit Taiwan on a budget

Exploring Tikal National Park is the perfect activity for young history buffs © Kryssia Campos / Getty Images

Oct 18, 20237 min read

Everything you need to know about visiting Guatemala with kids

Discovering Taipei's bustling and vibrant neighborhoods © Linka A Odom / Getty Images

Oct 17, 20235 min read

Your ultimate guide to Taipei's neighborhoods

The Lodge at St Edward Park’s head chef, Luke Kolpin, is a veteran of the legendary noma in Copenhagen © courtesy the Lodge at St Edward Park

Oct 17, 20236 min read

Copy My Trip: nature, luxury and mind-blowing cuisine in the USA’s Pacific Northwest

Man watching a drinking elephant

Oct 16, 20236 min read

9 things to know before visiting Namibia

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Oct 15, 20237 min read

How to get around Taipei like a local

Tourists launching sky lanterns along the Pingxi Railway line near Taipei
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Oct 14, 20235 min read

When is the best time to visit Taipei?

Be ready for any visit to Taipei with this guide to health, safety and etiquette © asiastock / Shutterstock

Oct 13, 20237 min read

15 things to know before going to Taipei

Starting in 2024, hotel taxes will go up by 5.5% in Amsterdam © Dean Mouhtaropoulos / Getty Images

Oct 13, 20235 min read

Amsterdam will have Europe’s highest tourist tax in 2024. Here’s what that means for your travel budget

Some of the best things to do in Mexico won't cost you anything ©Thomas Barwick/Getty Images

Oct 13, 20239 min read

How to visit Mexico on a budget

Venture beyond the city center and discover Auckland's neighborhoods © Jessie Casson / Getty Images

Oct 11, 20237 min read

Find the perfect neighborhood in Auckland for you

Here's how you can celebrate small businesses on your next trip to Toronto © Getty Images

Oct 10, 20235 min read

Toronto in 5 shops: vintage treasures, feelgood gifts and hearty Canadian eats

Are you more dazzled by Mirabell Gardens in Salzburg, or St Francis of Assisi Church in Vienna? © iStock

Oct 9, 20238 min read

Salzburg vs Vienna: which awesome Austrian city has more allure?

Many people can visit Guatemala without applying for a visa © Kate Ballis / Getty Images

Oct 8, 20235 min read

Do I need a visa to travel to Guatemala?

The yellow train of Cerdagne, connecting Villefranche with Latour-de-Carol © Getty Images

Oct 6, 20239 min read

London to Barcelona: Why you should skip the high-speed service in favor of a night train via Paris

From eating at street food stalls to choosing the best hostels, here's how to travel around Guatemala on a budget © Kryssia Campos / Getty Images

Oct 5, 20237 min read

Your ultimate guide to visiting Guatemala on a budget

The mountain air, wildflowers and grazing cows of the Austrian Alps are only a train ride away from the city © iStock / Getty Images Plus

Oct 4, 20235 min read

Why the train from Vienna to Saalfelden Leogang is food for the soul

Plan your perfect trip to Hokkaidō with this guide for first-time visitors © Jeremy Woodhouse / Getty Images

Oct 3, 20238 min read

A first-time guide to Hokkaidō, Japan

While parts of Morocco were heavily damaged by the earthquake, the country remains most open to visitors © Alexi Rosenfeld / Getty Images

Oct 3, 20235 min read

Should you travel to Morocco after the earthquake?

A cruise down the mighty Amazon on the bucket list of most adventurous travelers. Here’s how to plan yours © Ramesh Thadani / Getty Images

Oct 3, 20239 min read

Lonely Plan-it: How to float down the Amazon and enjoy memorable meals around Manaus, Brazil

Paris is dealing with a major bed bug invasion ahead of the 2024 Olympics © Shutterstock

Oct 3, 20234 min read

Paris tackles bedbug crisis ahead of Olympics: what to know and how to protect yourself

A girl seen from behind, looking out over Guatape and the expansive lake system.

Oct 2, 20239 min read

How to get around Colombia, from buses to bicycles

Shinkansen or JR Bullet train running past a flowering field in Shizuoka during spring with Mt. Fuji in the background.

Oct 2, 20233 min read

The cost of a Japan Rail Pass has more than doubled - is it worth it?

Day trips from Lausanne yield epic views like this one from Dent de Jaman © Manfred Stutz / Getty Images

Oct 1, 20236 min read

6 best day trips from Lausanne

A woman walks over a wooden bridge in Parque Arví, Medellín

Sep 30, 20237 min read

How to visit Colombia on a budget

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