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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

Views of Burj Al Arab

Jun 24, 20192 min read

Headed to Dubai? Don’t forget to grab your free Sim card at the airport

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The Ksamil resort area in Albania.

Jun 24, 20194 min read

The best beaches of the Albanian Riviera

A giant yellow and black pumpkin sculpture at the end of a concrete jetty in front of the sea in Naoshima, with hilly islands visible in the background

Jun 24, 20196 min read

How to find the calm in Japan

Head to North Gate Jazz Co-Op for live music every night © Alana Morgan / Lonely Planet

Jun 24, 20194 min read

Where to go for live music in Chiang Mai

spacex shuttle on the launchpad in Florida, with sunny blue skies

Jun 24, 20197 min read

3-2-1: how to experience a rocket launch on Florida's Space Coast

Shibuya Crossing in Tokyo © Duane Walker

Jun 23, 201912 min read

Top things to see in Japan during the Rugby World Cup

The author poses in India. She is standing in an island in the middle of a road, wearing a blue dress. Tuk tuks, mopeds and cars are speeding past her on either side.

Jun 23, 20195 min read

How I found peace in Bali after a lifetime of solo travel

Features - Trailblazer David Else

Jun 22, 20196 min read

Trailblazers: Trekking in East Africa as a Lonely Planet writer in the 1990s

Lifestyle Photo of Harley Pasternak wearing a Fitbit watch. Harley is doing a reverse lunge on a hiking path with panoramic views of hills in the background

Jun 22, 20194 min read

8 tips to stay healthy on vacation from celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak

Features - hrGOW-B07

Jun 21, 20196 min read

Accessible Australia: tips and resources for navigating Oz with a disability

Sunset over cacti in the Sonoran Desert, near Phoenix.

Jun 21, 20194 min read

Under the radar USA: Tucson is more than its cactus

A road through the White Mountains of New Hampshire

Jun 21, 20192 min read

These are the best states in the US to take a summer road trip

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Jun 21, 20195 min read

A perfect day in Cairo: how to spend 24 hours in Egypt's capital

A single giant concrete hand can be seen holding the golden walkway of the bridge, as several people enjoy the view of jungle and hills that stretches for miles

Jun 21, 20194 min read

Islands, temples and caves: 7 great day trips from Hoi An

A row boat with 16 rowers approaching a Japanese torii gate, which stands in water; best things to do in the summer in Japan

Jun 21, 20195 min read

Best things to do in summer in Japan

One colourful baloon moves skyward as four others are in various stages of inflation on the ground; the light is soft and golden due to sunrise

Jun 20, 20194 min read

The 5 best Johannesburg day trips

Features - Glasshouse Mountain

Jun 20, 20198 min read

Loving Queensland's Sunshine Coast like a local

The sun rises over a verdant green valley while a red hot air balloon floats above in Temecula Valley

Jun 20, 20192 min read

Food and drink festivals to taste the best of California's cuisine

Althorp Estate in England is a stately home that was the childhood home of Lady Diana Spencer

Jun 20, 20191 min read

You can visit the late Princess Diana’s childhood home in England this summer

Travel News - reservebison

Jun 19, 20192 min read

Take an eco-tour around Chernobyl and see how wildlife and nature has rebounded

Features - steph2-17606286a2fd

Jun 19, 20197 min read

Plus size summer fashion: Stephanie Yeboah's guide to your ultimate travel wardrobe

Oak trees line a red brick pathway to the New Orleans historic Oak Alley Plantation. A weekend in New Orleans can be filled with historic and lively entertainment.

Jun 19, 20195 min read

48 hours in New Orleans

Jun 19, 20190 min read

Matador brings fiery fusion to Sydney Opera House

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Jun 18, 20192 min read

Sleep amongst the trees in a new Ohio treehouse village

Arctic Warrior 2020 sees groups travelling from Sweden to Norway and back again.

Jun 18, 20191 min read

Go on an Arctic adventure along WWII insertion routes led by ex-UK Special Forces

Features - New Yorkers Celebrate Gay Pride With Annual Parade

Jun 18, 20195 min read

NYC WorldPride 2019: top LGBTQ+ events to attend this June

Toronto city skyline at twilight, with rainbow-colored reflections in the water and the CN Tower in the middle

Jun 18, 20193 min read

Things to do in Toronto that are worth the hype

Mixing up signature cocktails at Drinksmith in Chiang Mai © Alana Morgan / Lonely Planet

Jun 17, 20194 min read

Cocktails and craft beer: the coolest bars in Chiang Mai

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Jun 16, 20198 min read

Spending diary: what I spent on a four-day trip in and around Nice

Getaway bar Brooklyn guest sips drink

Jun 14, 20193 min read

Around the world, liquor-free bars are taking off

Travel News - Bruges Overtourism

Jun 14, 20192 min read

Bruges is introducing new rules for visitors to avoid overtourism

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Jun 14, 20192 min read

The websites and apps that can help plan your next camping trip

Dublin independent shops - the interior of Article. Tall dark shelves line the white walls stocked with colourful bowls, cups, jugs and homewares. In the foreground there is a white table with notebooks and more bowls. There are large arched windows on the back wall

Jun 14, 20198 min read

Dublin's 10 best independent shops

Travel News - taj mahal

Jun 14, 20192 min read

The Taj Mahal will now fine visitors who stay longer than three hours

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Jun 14, 20195 min read

Where to go in August for culture

The London Eye is lit up red, the Thames is at low tide, and in the background, the Palace of Westminster is lit up against a moody sky

Jun 14, 20192 min read

How to spend a perfect weekend in London

The sun glows on rooftops, spires and the facades of Lille's buildings during the late afternoon

Jun 14, 20195 min read

What to do in Lille: three days in a creative city

The board game Tokaido is laid out on a white background

Jun 13, 20195 min read

The best board games for travel lovers

Two men stand in the middle of a cobble stone street lined with colorful buildings and street lamps some people walk on the sidewalks the sun is setting casting a golden glow in LGBTQ-friendly Oaxaca

Jun 13, 20195 min read

From beach to city: Oaxaca's best LGBTQ hotspots

Features - Desert road leading to Monument Valley at sunset

Jun 13, 20193 min read

A Western US road trip playlist to bring out your inner desperado

Travel News - goodomensprotagonists

Jun 13, 20193 min read

See where Good Omens was filmed with an Armageddon-inspired trip

Features - Madagascar-bf48dc17c7cc

Jun 13, 20195 min read

Where to go in August for wildlife and nature

Rear view of a family group of three adults and two young children, make their way through sand dunes carrying a lot of beach items

Jun 13, 20194 min read

How to pack for a family beach trip

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Jun 13, 20195 min read

Where to go in August for relaxation

A bowl heaped with strawberries, blueberries, vegan cream and a waffle; the bowl cupped by a pair of hands

Jun 13, 20193 min read

The best vegan restaurants in Cape Town

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Jun 13, 20195 min read

Where to go in August for adventure

A view of the Spur, the newest section of the High Line in New York.

Jun 12, 20192 min read

The final section of the High Line in New York has now opened

Features - Habana Old City in Cuba

Jun 12, 20194 min read

Yes, Americans, you can still visit Cuba

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Jun 12, 20194 min read

Season's best: making the most of summer in Copenhagen

Travel News - Instagram Photographer in Rome

Jun 12, 20192 min read

Everything you need to know about Rome's new behaviour rules and how they affect your trip

Princes street garden with Scott Monumentfull of people in a sunny summer day.

Jun 12, 20195 min read

A guide to Edinburgh’s summer festivals

Features - Denis-BelitskyShutterstock-23fd513735ea

Jun 12, 20195 min read

Travel trends for 2019: dark skies

Features - correcfocs-5d1cf823a6be

Jun 12, 20197 min read

Dance to your own beat: alternative festivals to shake up the party season

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

Jun 11, 20194 min read

A stargazer's guide to the Elqui Valley

Three brightly clothed individuals celebrate Pride in Sao Paulo

Jun 11, 20194 min read

South America's best Pride parades

Travel News - ISS

Jun 11, 20192 min read

The International Space Station may open to tourists in 2020

Jun 11, 20190 min read

Pride Month kicks off around the world

Father and son steering boat on water

Jun 11, 20197 min read

Traveling with dad: stories of our fathers

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Jun 11, 20196 min read

Where to celebrate Pride in Europe

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