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Jan 5, 20263 min read

A Central Asian road trip from Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan

Bangkok is full of incredible experiences. Many of the best involve food. iStock

Nov 7, 202515 min read

The 17 top things to do in Bangkok

A woman’s hands are pictured from above as she unwraps leaf-covered yams. Two bowls of stew sit on the table next to the yams.

Aug 1, 20255 min read

Exploring Lagos’ rich culinary scene

French pharmacies are stocked with great skin-care, beauty and wellness products. Oliver de la Haye/Getty Images

Jul 23, 20257 min read

The beauty and skincare products to search for in a French pharmacy

Girona in Catalonia, Spain. trabantos/Shutterstock

Jul 14, 20257 min read

Visited Barcelona? Now see what Girona has to offer

The Aga Khan Palace, Pune, Maharashtra, India. Dinesh Hukmani/Shutterstock

Jun 28, 202511 min read

Why you should visit Pune, Maharashtra’s second city

Yemaya Reefs on Little Corn Island, Nicaragua. Photographs by Michael George.

Jun 26, 20255 min read

Captured on camera: an unforgettable visit to Nicaragua's Little Corn Island

St. Lucia is just one of the Caribbean's stunning islands. Nancy Pauwels/Shutterstock

Jun 20, 202513 min read

7 of the Caribbean's most beautiful islands

Buffet dessert spread in Las Vegas, Nevada. Stuart Dee/Getty Images

Jun 19, 20257 min read

What to eat and drink in Las Vegas

Sea lions sunbathe on a La Jolla cliff. Jon Bilous/Shutterstock

Jun 5, 20259 min read

A guide to La Jolla, San Diego

Boats on the Tigre River, Buenos Aires, Argentina. Brester Irina / Shutterstock

Jun 3, 20256 min read

How to get around in Buenos Aires

O’Connell Bridge, looking toward the spires of Christ Church Cathedral and the Ha’penny Bridge. Trà My Nguyen Hoang

May 16, 20253 min read

Trà My Nguyen Hoang photographs Dublin like no one else

The writer and her bestie on their post-college adventure circa 2002. Sarah Stocking for Lonely Planet

May 1, 202512 min read

Using intuitive budgeting to prioritize travel

Passengers in the observation car cruise alongside the coastline of the Santa Ynez Mountains, north of Santa Barbara, CA.

May 1, 20254 min read

A 35-hour train journey from Los Angeles to Seattle

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

Spend an afternoon shopping at Plaza Santa Cecilia. Sherry Smith/Getty Images

Mar 16, 20257 min read

The 10 best things to do in Tijuana

Pull yourself way from the beaches of Ksamil and pop over to the ancient city of Butrint nearby. trabantos/Shutterstock

Mar 11, 20258 min read

The 15 best things to do in Albania

Sensorio Paso Robles. Laura Motta for Lonely Planet.

Mar 6, 202510 min read

The ultimate Los Angeles weekend – with a wine country diversion

Riga in Latvia is one of the cities that claims to have invented decorating fir trees at Christmas. Maria Vonotna/Getty Images

Nov 24, 20246 min read

8 Christmas traditions from around the world explained

From reefs to wrecks, here's our guide to the best dive sites in the Caribbean. Antonio Busiello/Getty Images

Oct 24, 20248 min read

8 of the best dive sites in the Caribbean

Beyond its spectacular desert landscapes, Arizona offers wineries, funky cities (like Tucson, pictured), art, architecture and more. Josh Edelson/AFP via Getty Images

Oct 17, 202410 min read

These 10 places will show you the best of Arizona

Explore the beauty of Scotland up close on these incredible road trips. SeraphP/Shutterstock

Oct 16, 20247 min read

5 of the most spectacular road trips in Scotland, from the Highlands to the islands

Full of great mid-century architecture, long wild walks and an incredible poolside scene, Palm Springs is prime for an adult field trip. Delpixel/Shutterstock

Oct 4, 20249 min read

A first-time guide to Palm Springs

San Francisco offers plenty of activities for your long layover. Getty Images

Sep 13, 202413 min read

A perfect San Francisco layover

Wander through Istanbul's streets during shoulder season and stumble across sights such as Galata Tower.

Jul 30, 20244 min read

When is the best time to visit Istanbul?

The popular period drama Bridgerton was filmed in locations around England including London, Bath and Oxfordshire © Liam Daniel / Netflix

Jun 28, 20247 min read

13 Bridgerton filming locations you can actually visit

Stroll Hobart's tranquil harborfront past sailing boats and ocean trawlers © Cyrus_2000 / Shutterstock

Jun 23, 20247 min read

A first-timer’s guide to Tasmania

From restricted capacity to increased tourist taxes, options are being considered to counter overtourism in Japan © Jon Hicks / Getty Images

Mar 27, 20245 min read

Japan tackles overtourism with restrictions for some iconic sites

A man and woman head into the sea with their surfboards under their arms as the sun sets.

Mar 22, 20245 min read

The top 5 day trips from Tokyo for hikes, hot springs and surf

Croatia has kept its visa system fairly easy to navigate © Littleaom / Shutterstock

Mar 14, 20245 min read

Do you need a visa to visit Croatia?

Lady Bunny (pictured, only not downtown) has a few tips for visitors to the West Village © Alexi Rosenfeld / Getty Images

Mar 6, 20245 min read

Lady Bunny: where I eat, people-watch and play in the West Village

Chef and Harlem denizen Marcus Samuelsson in front of his already-legendary Harlem restaurant Red Rooster © courtesy Red Rooster

Mar 5, 20245 min read

What Harlem resident Marcus Samuelsson loves about his neighborhood

San Francisco is home to a wealth of fun and interesting places to eat and drink, such as Moongate Lodge where you'll find cocktails inspired by the Chinese lunar calendar © Moongate Lounge / Trinity White - Star Gazers Creative

Mar 4, 20247 min read

Local Flavor: where to eat and drink in San Francisco

The sheer scale of LA can be overwhelming but we've got all you need to know about how to get around the city © lechatnoir / Getty Images

Feb 23, 20246 min read

How to get around Los Angeles without breaking your budget or your spirit

Pack up your laptop and make use of Japan's new digital nomad visa © monzenmachi / Getty Images

Feb 16, 20244 min read

Everything we know about Japan’s new six-month digital nomad visa

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Feb 15, 202416 min read

San Francisco with kids

Save some dollars on your visit to San Francisco with these top budget tips © Thomas Barwick / Getty Images

Feb 8, 202410 min read

Cheap San Francisco: 14 ways to make your budget last

Japan's beloved cherry blossom powder-pink spectacle draws crowds of visitors © Air Rabbit / Getty Images

Jan 24, 20242 min read

Discover when Japan’s cherry blossoms are expected to bloom in 2024

Meticulously restored vintage American cars are just one way to navigate Havana © Daniel Gonzalez / Stocksy

Jan 18, 20247 min read

The ultimate guide to getting around Havana

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Jan 18, 20244 min read

Getting a visa to visit Cuba can be tricky, but it's worth it

Some of the most memorable experiences in Cuba are absolutely free © Bim / Getty Images

Jan 10, 20247 min read

Cuba on a budget: tips for making the most of your money

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?

New York State is filled with beautiful places to go for a hike all year round © BROOK PIFER / Getty Images

Sep 20, 20239 min read

The 10 most stunning hikes in New York State

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Sep 20, 20238 min read

When is the best time to visit New York State?

Look hard enough and New York State can be your oyster - even on a budget ©Cavan Images/Getty Images

Sep 20, 20236 min read

How to save money on a trip to New York State

The Unicorn Gundam statue in Odaiba, Tokyo © MasaPhoto / Shutterstock

Aug 25, 20238 min read

The best things to do with kids in Tokyo

The five best independent shops in San Diego

Jul 25, 20234 min read

San Diego in 5 shops: mid-century decor, SoCal-made gifts and more

Visitors caught wheeling their cases in Dubrovnik’s old town face fines of $260 © iStock / Getty Images Plus

Jun 30, 20232 min read

Is Dubrovnik banning wheelie suitcases from its Old Town?

If you’re invited to a wedding in the Caribbean during the summer/fall hurricane season, you don’t need to fret about accepting © Leah Flores / Stocksy

Jun 27, 20233 min read

Should I be worried about traveling to a Caribbean wedding during hurricane season?

The dazzling new Gilder Center at the American Museum of Natural History © Alvaro Keding / AMNH

May 4, 20234 min read

NYC’s natural history museum gets an awe-inspiring new wing

Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, or Citi Field (home of the Mets) in Queens? © Getty Images; Shutterstock

Mar 9, 20237 min read

The Yankees or the Mets: which New York City team offers the better baseball experience?

The slow train runs from Nagoya to Toyama and is a four-hour trip non-stop © iStock / Getty Images Plus

Mar 4, 20239 min read

Riding the slow train through Japan from Nagoya to Toyama

What makes Japan such a breathtaking destination hasn’t gone anywhere © Sean Pavone / Shutterstock

Feb 23, 20238 min read

Rising sun: Back to the best of Japan

NYC has a jam-packed art schedule for 2023 © Getty Images

Feb 14, 20238 min read

Visiting NYC this year? 11 must-see exhibitions to enrich your trip

Explore Yosemite as a family with this guide to the best things to do in the national park with kids © My Good Images / Shutterstock

Feb 10, 20236 min read

7 of the best things to do in Yosemite National Park with children

From beaches to hikes to underwater adventures together, opportunities for romance abound on these Caribbean islands © goodluz / Shutterstock

Feb 9, 20237 min read

8 Caribbean destinations where couples can find romance

Find the perfect place for your family vacation in the Caribbean © MStudioImages / Getty Images

Jan 6, 20238 min read

The 10 best places to visit in the Caribbean for families

Hiking to the top of Cuba's Pico Turquino is tough going but worth the effort © Getty Images / iStockphoto

Jan 3, 20237 min read

The 5 best hikes in the Caribbean

The exterior of Hotel Encanto Imperial on Las Enramadas promenade

Nov 11, 20223 min read

🌍 Help Me, LP! What currency should I bring to Cuba?

New River Gorge National Park Observation Deck View

Mar 15, 202211 min read

Where to find the USA's 12 newest national parks

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