Water Sports

Aug 22, 2024 • 8 min read

Colonial cities, adventure treks, scuba diving, surfing: all there is to do in Central America can be overwhelming. Here’s our guide to the region’s best.

Aug 21, 2024 • 6 min read

There might be no better way to explore New Zealand than by car or camper van. Here are six ways to get going.

Aug 20, 2024 • 13 min read

A gem of Southeast Asia, Laos attracts visitors who love natural beauty, intriguing culture and memorable places. Here are 10 of the best.

Jul 31, 2024 • 5 min read

Central America has dive and snorkel sites to suit every interest and ability. Take your pick from eight of our absolute favorites.

Jul 30, 2024 • 10 min read

India's coastal paradise, Goa boasts stunning beaches, a rich and varied history and delicious seafood cuisine. Start planning your visit now.

Jul 27, 2024 • 6 min read

Clear waters, colorful reefs and shipwrecks make Vanuatu a top-tier diving destination – here’s a quick guide to exploring its underwater world.

Jul 24, 2024 • 9 min read

Plan your perfect first trip to Australia’s iconic Great Barrier Reef.

Jul 22, 2024 • 6 min read

Whether you want quiet or crowds, luxury or frugality, the Athens Riviera has plenty of choices for fun in the sun and beyond.

Jul 15, 2024 • 7 min read

No matter what your level of adventure might be, there’s an outdoor experience for you in Spain

Jul 11, 2024 • 9 min read

With tubes in Panama, big beach breaks in Costa Rica and A-frames in Nicaragua, here's our guide to the best places to surf in Central America.

Jun 20, 2024 • 6 min read

In advance of the Seine reopening to the public for swimming, here are other fabulous spots for beating the summer heat of Paris with a refreshing dip.

Jun 20, 2024 • 7 min read

This city in the Sunshine State has pristine beaches, great food and top-notch shopping. Here's all you need to know before your first trip to Naples.

Jun 17, 2024 • 12 min read

Professional surfers, photographers and writers tell us about their favorite places to surf in Europe.

May 21, 2024 • 5 min read

The Great Barrier Reef may get all the scuba glory, but for Lonely Planet's Deepa Lakshmin, Belize is the best.

May 16, 2024 • 5 min read

The three Gili Islands have developed their own individual character and atmosphere. Our guide can help you choose the right island for you.

Apr 19, 2024 • 8 min read

In France’s far northwest, the Côte d’Opale offers glitz and glamor, spectacular natural beauty and gloriously golden sand beaches in spades.

Apr 13, 2024 • 5 min read

With soft golden sand and clear, blue waters reflecting rugged peaks, Lake Tahoe’s beaches are astonishingly beautiful. These are the best ones.

Apr 10, 2024 • 5 min read

After you’ve had your fill of the strip, consider these day trips and multi-day road trips from Las Vegas for adventures in the desert.

Apr 3, 2024 • 6 min read

A trio of treasures, Florida’s national parks cater those who love everything wild and offbeat about the Sunshine State. Here’s all you need to know.

Mar 4, 2024 • 6 min read

The Maldives draws visitors from around the world to its sublime beaches, usually found on private-resort islands. Here are seven of the best.

Feb 16, 2024 • 6 min read

Resorts in the Maldives take luxury to new heights, true – but when you venture beyond your villa you’ll find once-in-a-lifetime adventures.

Feb 5, 2024 • 7 min read

It’s easy to think of the Florida Keys as a singular destination, but each island offers its own angle of exploration