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Restored red-brick warehouse buildings with stepped gables beside an autumn square, a man walking a white dog across the cobbles

Oct 1, 20191 min read

Get Paid to Stay at Holiday Cottages with Your Dog

Victoria Falls gorge near the town of Victoria Falls, with mist rising from the falls and a rainbow over the Zambezi rapids

Oct 1, 20197 min read

The Best Things to Do in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Ponta da Piedade is one of the Algarve's standout natural attractions. francesco riccardo iacomino / Getty Images

Sep 30, 20194 min read

Why the Algarve Defied My Expectations

A red, squat lighthouse building at the edge of pier leading into a lake

Sep 27, 20195 min read

6 Secret American Road Trips to Add to Your Bucket List

A beach at La Isleta del Moro in Parque Natural del Cabo de Gata-Nijar, Spain

Sep 27, 20196 min read

The Spirit of Southern Spain: Reasons to Visit Andalucia

An older woman swims breaststroke near the bank of a wide river on a sunny day. On the opposite bank are buildings obscured by large trees.

Sep 26, 20195 min read

Ambling Down the Aare: Wild Swimming in Bern, Switzerland

Choosing alternatives to large cruise ships can help you explore Alaska in more adventurous ways. Patrick Civello / Shutterstock

Sep 23, 20195 min read

Alternative Ways to Explore Alaska Beyond Mega Cruise Ships

Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is a lush, biodiverse protected area located in Costa Rica, renowned for its mist-covered landscapes.

Sep 23, 20191 min read

Costa Rica Recognized by the UN for Its Efforts to Combat Climate Change

Inniskillin winery,Niagara on the lake,Ontario,Canada 2025-09-30 A few visitor checking and taking photo of grape trees, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-12-05T00:11:47.000Z, User: catalinaaragon, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Canada 17, other: Lonely Planet

Sep 19, 20191 min read

There’s Still Time to Plan a Fall Foliage Trip in the US

East Nusa Tenggara is a perfect Indonesian holiday destination away from the crowds. Afriandi / Getty Images

Sep 19, 20196 min read

Top Experiences in East Nusa Tenggara

A view of Ducal Palace in Urbino at sunset; the sky is blue and purple and the palace is lit from below. Urbino, Le Marche, Italy.

Sep 18, 20195 min read

Top Experiences in Italy's Le Marche

Argentina's landscape is a playground for those looking for unforgettable adventures. Olga Danylenko / Shutterstock

Sep 18, 201910 min read

Argentina: Your Guide to Adventure

A small path leads to a fishing community with historic white buildings with orange roofs. The town sits on the edge of a bay with rolling green hills in the background. England.

Sep 18, 20194 min read

England's Top Eight Coast Path Highlights

A man casts a fishing pole into a mountain stream surrounded by tall pine trees.

Sep 16, 20195 min read

Alone with the River: The World's Best Places for Fly Fishing

With wide open skies and miles of views, Nebraska is a sight to see. Diana Robinson Photography / Getty Images

Sep 14, 20195 min read

Why a Trip to Nebraska Is Surprisingly Wonderful

Couple hiking in Swedish north going for the hut. Side light makes this photo warmer, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-02-07T08:35:23.000Z, User: pinkjozie64, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP (for books) , client: Sweden 9, other: Jo-anne Riddell

Sep 12, 20191 min read

Why This Swedish Peak Is No Longer the Country's Tallest Mountain

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Hiker on logging trail between western red cedar (Thuja gigantea) in autumnal forest, forest with giant live trees, Grove of the Patriarchs Trail, Mount Rainier National Park, Washington, USA

Sep 11, 20193 min read

A More Peaceful National Park Experience Could Be Coming Soon

The streets of downtown Aspen, Colorado

Sep 6, 20193 min read

Strap in: A "Polar Coaster" Could Be Heading for the US

Bear crossing warning road sign in the wilderness, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-12-03T20:07:02.000Z, User: mvm_lonelyplanet, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Alaska 15, client: Global Publishing-WIP, other: Virginia Moreno

Sep 6, 20191 min read

A Baby Bear Was Found Napping in a Hotel Bathroom in Montana

North Macedonia is a country overflowing with natural riches. Azem Ramadani / Shutterstock

Sep 5, 20196 min read

North Macedonia: How to Explore This Little-Known Gem

Sep 5, 20196 min read

Where to Ski in Switzerland: 5 Great Winter Resorts Beyond the Big-Hitters

Sep 4, 20195 min read

What to Do on a Layover in Heathrow

Sunset behind Namsan Mountain and the Namsan Seoul Tower during autumn.

Sep 2, 20195 min read

Seoul's Best Autumn Walks

Find the right spot for you along the awesome expanse of Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Edward Haylan / Shutterstock

Aug 30, 20192 min read

Great Barrier Reef's Outlook Downgraded to "Very Poor"

The water off the beach at Robertsport is renowned for its surfing breaks. John Seaton Callahan / Getty Images

Aug 29, 20196 min read

A Guide to Liberia – West Africa's Least Explored State

Aug 27, 20197 min read

Malawi's Wildlife Renaissance

Nyhavn is a 17th-century waterfront, canal and entertainment district in Denmark

Aug 26, 20191 min read

These Destinations Are the World's Top Backpacking Hotspots

The dense canopy of the Amazon rainforest

Aug 24, 20194 min read

The Amazon Rainforest Is Under Threat: Here’s How You Can Help

Image of a sleeping cougar, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-12-05T00:01:59.000Z, User: catalinaaragon, Editorial: false, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: Canada 17, other: Lonely Planet

Aug 23, 20191 min read

California Is Building the World's Biggest Wildlife Crossing

View from Cafe des Delices, Sidi Bou Said.
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Aug 23, 20192 min read

You Need to See New Zealand's Amazing Native Kākāpō Parrot Dancing

Oakland, CA, USA - July 30, 2016: Jack London Square with Restaurants and Nightlive. Jack London Square is a popular entertainment and business destination on the waterfront of Oakland, California, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-08-14T17:17:19.000Z, User: comptonsheldon109, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP, client: San Francisco & Northern California 4, other: Compton Sheldon

Aug 22, 20192 min read

These Are the Outdoorsiest Cities in America

You might even get a view of Everest from Shegar Dzong. Jimmy Tran / Shutterstock

Aug 22, 20195 min read

How to Avoid Tour Buses in Tibet

A woman in traditional Bolivian dress walks towards a small city with a snowcapped mountain looming over it

Aug 16, 20195 min read

How to Awaken Your 5 Senses in La Paz

Aerial of coastal buildings in Stone Town, Zanzibar

Aug 15, 20195 min read

Beaches and Beyond: The Best Reasons to Visit Zanzibar

Hamburg city of warehouses at night with lights reflecting on the River Elbe

Aug 13, 20198 min read

Germany for First-Timers

Aug 11, 20192 min read

Spend a Night with the Wolves Just an Hour from Canada's Capital

Aug 6, 20195 min read

How to Visit Hawaii Without Totally Destroying It

It might have a faraway feel, but Butterfly Island is actually part of the Indian mainland. Puneet Vikram Singh / Getty Images

Aug 5, 20196 min read

The World's Best Wild Beaches and How to Reach Them

Aug 3, 20192 min read

A Swarm of Grasshoppers Has Invaded Sin City

White chalk cliffs and aerial view of Lighthouse Beachy Head

Jul 29, 20193 min read

How to Do a Day Trip to Beachy Head

A mix of city buildings and colorful homes with a harbor in the foreground on a mostly sunny day.

Jul 23, 20194 min read

Avalon Peninsula on Newfoundland Is a World Apart

Sunset over wetlands in Conservation Park with egret perched on a wooden boardwalk.

Jul 19, 20195 min read

Florida's Panama City Beach with Kids

Alpine landscape

Jul 19, 20196 min read

Outdoor Adventures in Tyrol: Where Italy Meets Austria

Human observing Milky way at Balanced Rock, Big Bend National park, Texas USA.

Jul 16, 20196 min read

Stellar Views: Stargazing in the Southwest USA

Diving with the sardines in Moalboal. Simon Shin kwangsig / Shutterstock

Jul 12, 20195 min read

How to Swim with Millions of Sardines in Moalboal, Philippines

Wild Atlantic Way - Captain of small boat going from Achill Island to Mullet Peninsula, Co. Mayo, Ireland 2019

Jul 10, 20195 min read

New Zealand Paparoa Track: Essential Hiking Tips for New Trail

Deià occupies a stunning mountain-top location overlooking the Mediterranean. vulcano / Shutterstock

Jul 10, 20195 min read

Doing Love Island Differently: Mallorca Without the Crowds

Jul 7, 20193 min read

Coral Reefs in the Red Sea May Save Reefs Around the World – Here's How You Can Help

A lioness getting a view over the plains from one of the many large boulders in the Serengeti National Park. roevin / Getty Images

Jul 3, 20196 min read

How to See the Animals from "The Lion King" for Real in Africa

The world renowned Whitehaven Beach in the Whitsunday's, Queensland

Jul 1, 20195 min read

Where to Go in September for Relaxation

Sri Lanka has made great strides to recover from so many hardships, this most recent setback should not keep you away. Ffilipovich / Getty Images

Jun 29, 20195 min read

Why I Won't Give up on Sri Lanka and You Shouldn't Either

Sparkling water laps at the beach, which is lined with small white and blue boats.

Jun 27, 20195 min read

Travel in September: The Expert's Choice

An emerald lake and mountains in autumn.

Jun 24, 20195 min read

Where to See Pandas in China as It Plans for a Giant Panda National Park

Tucson, Arizona, downtown skyline with Sentinel Peak at dusk.

Jun 21, 20194 min read

Under the Radar USA: Tucson Is More Than Its Cactus

Jun 12, 20194 min read

Top 10 Bahamas Experiences

A long-exposure photo of the Milky Way over the lights of the Elqui Valley in Chile.

Jun 12, 20195 min read

A Stargazer's Guide to the Elqui Valley

Hven (Ven) island in Sweden is just a 90 minute boat ride away from Copenhagen. Alex W / Shutterstock

Jun 7, 20193 min read

Best Summer Day Trips from Copenhagen

May 30, 20195 min read

10 Best Things to Do in Patagonia

Costa Rica's many volcanoes heat countless thermal pools scattered throughout the country. Kryssia Campos / Getty Images

May 30, 20195 min read

In Pursuit of Pura Vida: Peaceful Escapes in Costa Rica

A series of clouds overlooks twin blue and green lakes of Lake Sete Cidades from Vista do Rei viewpoint in Sao Miguel, Azores.

May 22, 20195 min read

Why São Miguel Is the Perfect Island for Discovering the Azores

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