Wildlife and Nature

Apr 7, 2020 • 5 min read

Lonely Planet staffers share some of their favourite memories of the natural world seen on their travels.

Apr 6, 2020 • 6 min read

When you gotta go, you gotta go. Luckily these fine porcelain pews are near some of your favorite destinations around the world.

Apr 6, 2020 • 5 min read

Last September James Gabriel Martin hiked to a cabin built 2,200 metres above sea level in the Swiss Alps to play a concert with his band Cry Monster Cry.

Apr 3, 2020 • 4 min read

The natural world is full of incredible creatures. Share these animal facts with your friends and family.

Apr 2, 2020 • 5 min read

From elephant interactions to temple etiquette, here's how to travel responsibly in Chiang Mai.

Apr 2, 2020 • 6 min read

Here are some easy but varied Greek Island pairings to help you get the most from your trip.

Mar 30, 2020 • 5 min read

Georgia's mountains are a paradise for hikers. Here's what you need to know before your trek.

Mar 25, 2020 • 8 min read

It’s a place of legends and liquid rainbows, but until 10 years ago the brilliantly hued river known as Caño Cristales was located deep in FARC territory.

Mar 25, 2020 • 6 min read

With over 8000 Australian islands, we've narrowed down the best spots for wildlife spotting, water sports, exploring, eating and total relaxation.

Mar 24, 2020 • 6 min read

Stranded on an Antarctic cruise ship due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Edwina Hart shares her experience of life on board. 

Mar 23, 2020 • 4 min read

If you're stuck inside, consider these indoor plants that will bring the world's best gardens to you.

Mar 20, 2020 • 4 min read

The Mornington Peninsula near Melbourne has restaurants, vineyards wildlife and coastal activities to make for a memorable visit.

Mar 20, 2020 • 6 min read

New Zealand's patchwork of rivers, waterholes and lakes are perfect for wild swimming adventure. Here are the 8 best spots.

Mar 19, 2020 • 5 min read

Amid requests to practice "social distancing" heading off to a national park might sound like a great idea, but Leigh Kunkel reports visitors could make the…

Mar 17, 2020 • 6 min read

We're all dreaming of ways to get off the grid and explore somewhere remote. Here are our favorite ways to find off-the-beaten-path travel experiences.

Mar 13, 2020 • 5 min read

Summer in London sees the city at its busiest and, fingers crossed, sunniest - so here's Lonely Planet's list of the top things to do while the sun shines.

Mar 10, 2020 • 7 min read

"Nothing will get you out of bed faster than seeing your first iceberg."

Mar 10, 2020 • 5 min read

Getting to Punta Gallinas isn't easy, but the promise of sand dunes, stars and magical sunsets makes it worth the trip.

Mar 6, 2020 • 3 min read

The small mountain town of Canmore, Alberta, has an adorable problem: rabbits have taken over. Here's how it happened.

Mar 5, 2020 • 6 min read

Ever wondered what it would be like to visit Atlantis? Or to travel to the same places as Odysseus? Turns out, you can.

Mar 4, 2020 • 4 min read

Nowhere on earth is quite like the Galapagos Islands. Their raw savage beauty deeply affected Alex Beaven and changed her views on travel forever.

Mar 2, 2020 • 8 min read

Whether you're conquering Class V rapids or catapulting off one of the highest bridges in the world, West Virginia has a lot to offer outdoors.