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We answer your first-timer's questions about travel in India, including the best time to see the Taj Mahal. Aris Abdullah/Shutterstock

Sep 12, 202411 min read

A first-time guide to India

Be inspired to spend a weekend in Portland, Maine, with these top tips from a recent visitor. Rachel Lewis/Lonely Planet

Sep 12, 20246 min read

Copy My Trip: 3 days in Portland, Maine

Lyon is a stunning destination in any season, here's how to choose the best time to visit. Cyprien Charra/Shutterstock

Sep 12, 20245 min read

The best time to visit Lyon

A solo male ice climber working his way up on an ice wall in a glacier. Lifestyle image created from the inside of an ice cave.
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Sep 12, 202410 min read

The 14 best places to go in Patagonia for adventure, wildlife and culture

A river winds through lush fall foliage with a bridge in the distance

Sep 12, 20248 min read

Take a road trip through the stunning Hudson Valley

Sep 11, 20249 min read

19 things to do in West Virginia, from outdoor adventures to small town tours

Get to know Minneapolis with this guide for first-time visitors. Shutterstock

Sep 11, 20247 min read

A first-time guide to Minneapolis

Get to know San Diego with this guide to a weekend break in the city. Alan Crosthwaite / Shutterstock

Sep 11, 20247 min read

How to have the ultimate weekend in San Diego

Plan your motor home travels around Australia with this guide to routes, seasons and vehicles. Benjamin Probert/Getty Images

Sep 11, 20248 min read

How to plan a camper trip around Australia

Located in the Spanish Peaks Mountain Range, Big Sky is ideal for alpine hikes in the summertime. Ann Douglas Lott/Lonely Planet

Sep 10, 202410 min read

How to spend 4 days in Big Sky, Montana

Washington DC's food scene is full of unforgettable dishes -- here are our favorites (including this shrimp katsu burger from Perry's). Scott Suchman, Perry's

Sep 10, 20247 min read

The 10 incredible places to eat in Washington, DC right now

Get ready to find your favorite slopes in Valais, southern Switzerland. mbbirdy/Getty Images

Sep 10, 20248 min read

A ski guide to Valais: finding your slope in southern Switzerland

A former industrial area, the Strip District is today home to classic restaurants, stylish bars and more. Getty Images

Sep 10, 20247 min read

Pittsburgh is a “city of neighborhoods.” These are the best ones

The quirky “museum” that is Randyland is one of Pittsburgh’s best free attractions. Amy Lutz/Shutterstock

Sep 10, 20246 min read

Pittsburgh, for free: 12 ways to discover a great American city

From buying street food to traveling on overnight trains, these tips can help your money go further in India. Tobias Helbig/Getty Images

Sep 10, 202411 min read

India on a budget: 14 ways to get the best experience for less

Experience Australia's Aboriginal culture as a tourist with this guide. Shutterstock

Sep 9, 20248 min read

Where can I experience Aboriginal culture in Australia?

Iconic Neuschwanstein might be the most famous castle in the world. Daniel Pahmeier/Shutterstock

Sep 9, 20246 min read

Counting down Bavaria’s top 10 castles

Exciting events happen all year long in Toulouse. Getty Images

Sep 9, 20245 min read

The best time to visit Toulouse, France

From self-drive motorbike adventures to tips on hiring a car and driver, here are the best road trips in India. Solovyova/Getty Images

Sep 9, 202413 min read

9 incredible road trips that showcase the beauty of India

Moving overseas can be a lot of work; it can also be the best thing you ever did. Le Moulin sur Célé

Sep 9, 20244 min read

What it's really like to move to France and live out your dreams

You’ll bike up and around the Alps and through three countries on the Tour du Mont Blanc. Getty Images

Sep 9, 20245 min read

6 long-distance bike itineraries in Europe

Get tickets to live tapings or visit TV sets like Central Perk from Friends on a trip to LA. Krzysztof Stefaniak/Shutterstock

Sep 9, 20246 min read

How to join a studio audience in Los Angeles

Sep 8, 20247 min read

6 jaw-dropping luxury stays in New Zealand

Plan your time in Honolulu with this itinerary for a long weekend in Hawaii's capital. Adrian Hopkins/Getty Images

Sep 8, 20245 min read

How to spend the ultimate weekend in Honolulu, Hawaii

Get in on the new California gold rush with this guide to the best art to see in LA right now like the Best in Low exhibit at the Peterson Automotive Museum. Photo courtesy of The Peterson Automotive Museum

Sep 8, 20246 min read

Don't miss these 5 art exhibits running in Los Angeles right now

Wondering about San Francisco? Here's what our SF-based travel writer is asked most often. Getty Images

Sep 7, 202413 min read

A local writer answers frequently asked questions about San Francisco

Follow the stages of the Freedom Trail in Boston with our guide. Getty Images

Sep 7, 20248 min read

The Lonely Planet guide to Boston’s Freedom Trail

Camel races, and camel beauty pageants, are an exciting annual part of Oman’s winter season. Mohammed Mahjoub/Getty Images

Sep 6, 20243 min read

The best times to visit Oman for roses, camel races and more

Discover the cities that define what nightlife means. Richard Nebesky/Lonely Planet

Sep 6, 20249 min read

9 cities with incredible nightlife

Kangaroos are a common sight on the beach at Lucky Bay in Western Australia. Getty Images

Sep 6, 202412 min read

The cutest animals in Australia and where to find them

Writer Kerry Walker loved exploring the backstreets of Mdina on her recent trip to Malta © Kerry Walker for Lonely Planet

Sep 5, 20247 min read

Copy My Trip: A five-day Mediterranean break in Malta

Our local writers answers all your first-time questions on how to get beyond Waikiki. Shutterstock

Sep 5, 20245 min read

The most frequently asked questions about Hawaii from a local

A small sailboat on a wide river at sunset.

Sep 4, 20245 min read

The best ways to get around in Egypt

Arrive in Lyon hungry for traditional cuisine and fascinating history. Shutterstock

Sep 4, 20248 min read

How to spend the ultimate weekend in Lyon

Grocery shopping is serious business in Italy. Here’s how to stock up like a local. Shutterstock

Sep 3, 20247 min read

Here’s how to shop for groceries in Italy like a local

Take your pick of the entertainment on show at theaters across Chicago. Sean Pavone/Shutterstock

Sep 3, 20246 min read

Hottest tickets in Chicago

Plan a trip to the small southeast African country of Malawi with this guide for first-time visitors. Robin Bruyns/Shutterstock

Sep 3, 20245 min read

A first-time guide to Malawi

Taste the best flavors of Istanbul with our guide to where to eat and drink. Shutterstock

Sep 3, 20245 min read

Local Flavor: the best places to eat and drink in Istanbul

The Basque coastal city of San Sebastián is a self-proclaimed "culinary nation" packed with great spots to eat and drink. Simona Speciality Coffee Club.

Sep 2, 20246 min read

Local Flavor: the best places to eat and drink in San Sebastián

Passengers board trains at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.

Aug 30, 202415 min read

The best ways to travel around in India

Shop for local foods in Reading Market. Sean Pavone/hutterstock

Aug 30, 20245 min read

Philadelphia in 5 Shops: from local eats to vintage cool

The views of Pittsburgh’s from the top of the Duquesne Incline are a highlight of any visit to the city. Marc Guitard/Getty Images

Aug 30, 20246 min read

The ultimate long weekend in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Get to know the diverse landscapes and cultures of Alberta on this road trip from Edmonton through the Ukrainian Bloc. Shutterstock

Aug 30, 20249 min read

The ultimate road trip through northern Alberta, Canada

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Aug 28, 20245 min read

The best ways to travel around in Edinburgh

From rooftop bars to no-frills riverside dive bars via drag clubs and live jazz, here is the the best of Bangkok's diverse nightlife. PrasitRodphan/Shutterstock

Aug 28, 20246 min read

Bangkok after dark: craft cocktails, drag shows and underground sounds

Summer in Denmark is peak season in all senses of the word – and beach season, too, at Skagen on the country’s northern tip. Shutterstock

Aug 28, 20245 min read

The best time to visit Denmark: a month-by-month guide

Passengers on traditional Maltese Dghajsa water taxis crossing the harbor at Birgu
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Aug 28, 20248 min read

How to get around Malta, the small island that delivers big experiences

Dominica’s deep gorges, verdant foliage, endless trails and bountiful rivers make the island nation an adventurer’s playground. Micheal Lees for Lonely Planet

Aug 27, 20247 min read

8 top things to do in Dominica: hikes, swims, culture and more

With top tips on safety and local etiquette, here's what you need to know before visiting Bavaria. Getty Images

Aug 26, 20249 min read

11 things to know before going to Bavaria, Germany

Lonely Planet Marketing Coordinator, Aoife Breslin just got back from a road trip through Switzerland and they loved it. Aoife Breslin for Lonely Planet

Aug 26, 20247 min read

Copy my trip: Ultimate Switzerland road trip

The (free) people-watching is as appealing as the vintage finds at the daily Place du Jeu de Balle flea market in Brussels. Shutterstock

Aug 26, 20247 min read

10 Brussels experiences that cost next to nothing – or are flat-out free

From Canada to Chile to New Zealand, camper van travel is a great way to explore the world. EB Adventure Photograph / Shutterstock

Aug 23, 20248 min read

The 8 best destinations for an RV or camper van adventure

Los Angeles food is full of fusions and surprising flavors. Here are the top treats to try. Amelia Mularz for Lonely Planet

Aug 23, 20248 min read

The best things to eat in Los Angeles right now

From short scenic drives to epic countrywide journeys – like National Hwy 1, which takes you over the Sea Cliff Bridge south of Sydney then around the entire country – these are 10 of the best road trips in Australia. Taras Vyshnya/Shutterstock

Aug 22, 20249 min read

10 road trips for discovering all of Australia

Panama City, Panama - September 12, 2013: Woman walking the streets and a vendor sleeping, in historic Casco Viejo district of Panama City, Panama.
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Aug 22, 20249 min read

15 top things to do in Central America

The historic streets of Edinburgh are a joy to wander on foot. Chris Hepburn/Getty Images

Aug 22, 20243 min read

Local strolls: Explore Edinburgh on foot

Chicago may be a big city, but it's definitely beginner-friendly. Here are the answers to your most asked questions. Ioana Buliga/Getty Images

Aug 22, 20245 min read

I’m a travel writer based in Chicago – here are the questions visitors ask me the most

It's popular and iconic: read on for some local tips for making the most of your Los Angeles visit. Getty Images

Aug 21, 20245 min read

I’m a travel writer based in LA – here are the questions visitors ask me the most

Food, drinks, fun all year: New Orleans is the total package. Let's answer some frequently asked questions. Shutterstock

Aug 21, 20249 min read

A local writer answers frequently asked questions about New Orleans

Unless you're offered table service, tipping for food or drinks is not the norm in hospitality venues. Isabella Moore for Lonely Planet

Aug 21, 20244 min read

Guide to tipping in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific

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