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Traveling by train is a far more relaxing way to explore the South of France © pixdeluxe / Getty Images

Apr 15, 20247 min read

Experience the wild side of the Côte d’Azur by train

One of the best spots to spend a hot day in Florida: Islands of Adventure at Universal Orlando © Philippe Lissac / Godong / Getty Images

Apr 14, 20247 min read

Florida's best theme parks for year-round fun

Choose the best time for your visit to Jamaica with this seasonal guide © Christian Wyrwa / Getty Images

Apr 13, 20245 min read

The best time to go to Jamaica

Follow this writer's favorite walking route through Paris © Vivian Song / Lonely Planet

Apr 12, 20244 min read

Local Strolls: Follow our writer's perfect walking route in Paris

A Roman bridge over the Guadalquivir river in Córdoba Spain, with the Great Mosque in the distance © istock / Getty Images

Apr 12, 202410 min read

8 European cities with incredible architecture

No matter what time of year you visit Miami, there's always plenty to see and do © Alexander Spatari / Getty Images

Apr 12, 20246 min read

Best time to visit Miami

From polite drivers to getting your camping and hiking permits early, follow these tips in Oregon © iStock Editorial / Getty Images

Apr 11, 20246 min read

9 things you need to know before you go to Oregon

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Apr 11, 20249 min read

12 free things to do in Sedona, Arizona

Not far from the glitz of the Strip, the open road offers desert adventures © JacobH / Getty Images

Apr 10, 20246 min read

These 5 road trips from Las Vegas will take you far beyond casinos and glitz

Colombia's rainforest is full of hidden wonders like the Cerros de Mavecure © Alex Egerton / Lonely Planet

Apr 10, 20248 min read

Lonely Plan-it: How to plan a trip to the Colombian rainforest

Florida is well-suited for road-tripping © Philip Lange / Shutterstock

Apr 10, 20247 min read

7 best road trips in Florida

Washington, DC is packed with things to do all year round © Fly View Productions / Getty Images

Apr 9, 20246 min read

The best time to visit Washington, DC

Stretch your vacation budget in Florida with these money-saving tips © Jacqueline Anders / Getty Images

Apr 8, 20247 min read

12 ways to experience Florida on a budget

Save a few dollars on your visit to Washington, DC, with our top tips for budget travelers © uschools / Getty Images

Apr 7, 20247 min read

11 ways to see Washington, DC, on a budget

Things get going late in Miami. If you’re here to party, count on staying out until the wee hours © Jeff Greenberg / Universal Images Group / Getty Images

Apr 6, 20248 min read

Heading to Miami? A local wants you to know these 10 things

After you’ve hit the world-famous monuments and memorials, explore DC’s neighborhoods to see how locals live © Fly View Productions / Getty Images

Apr 6, 20246 min read

Are these Washington, DC’s 6 best neighborhoods?

A visit to Iceland can be the trip of the lifetime. Here’s all you need to know about entry requirements for the country © Matteo Colombo / Getty Images

Apr 6, 20244 min read

Who needs a visa to go to Iceland?

Plan your family visit to Puglia in southern Italy with this guide © Cultura Exclusive / Jacabel / Getty Images

Apr 5, 20248 min read

6 of the best things to do with kids in Puglia, Italy

From hiking to kayaking or just relaxing, there’s no shortage of fun activities in Washington State's parks © Thomas Barwick / Getty Images

Apr 5, 20247 min read

Wide open spaces: a guide to Washington State’s most magnificent parks

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Apr 4, 20247 min read

10 free things to do in Washington state

Sandboarding at Lancelin Sand Dunes © Jessica Lockhart

Apr 4, 20246 min read

Copy my trip: Sandboarding, festivals and epic sunsets in Western Australia

Despite all you’ve read about recent political controversies, LBGTIQ+ communities thrive in many Florida cities © YES Market Media / Shutterstock

Apr 4, 20247 min read

Headed to Florida? Here are 11 things you should know

Fanfare for JetBlue's inaugural flight to Dublin at JFK Airport in New York City © Brekke Fletcher / Lonely Planet

Apr 3, 20247 min read

Now landing in Ireland: JetBlue launches a new route from NYC to Dublin

Find your way around Washington, DC, with this guide to transit options in the US capital © WLDavies / Getty Images

Apr 3, 20247 min read

The best ways to travel around Washington, DC

Spotting an elusive, critically endangered Florida panther in Everglades National Park will earn you serious bragging rights © Jo Crebbin / Shutterstock

Apr 3, 20247 min read

Why we love Florida’s national parks

Step on the gas and explore the mountains, forests and scablands of Washington State © Cavan Images / Getty Images

Apr 2, 20249 min read

8 road trips for taking in the majesty of Washington State

Washington D.C. boasts hundreds of city parks, more than a dozen public gardens, and miles of bike lanes, paths and woodsy trails © Mike Kline / Getty Images

Apr 2, 20248 min read

Natural, History: Green Washington, D.C.

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Apr 2, 20249 min read

19 of the best free things to do in Washington, DC

Smiling couple hanging out on rocks during early morning hike in mountains

Apr 1, 20249 min read

The 10 most wonderful places to visit in Washington State

After cooking a snack in a hot spring, stroll along the Reykjadalur Valley © Matthew Micah Wright / Getty Images

Mar 31, 20247 min read

Get away from the crowds in Iceland with these 10 alternative experiences

Puglia offers a number of fairytale road trips – which one are you going to take? © Westend61 / Getty Images

Mar 30, 20247 min read

Puglia's best road trips

Ireland offers visa-free travel to citizens of many countries © David Levingstone / Getty Images

Mar 30, 20245 min read

Do I need a visa to travel to Ireland?

Here's our guide to 5 of the best independent shops in Jaipur Xavier Galiana / AFP / Getty Images

Mar 29, 20246 min read

Jaipur in 5 Shops: block-print silks, home linens and bargain books by the kilo

An RV stops on a blacktop road by a low stone wall overlooking the Grand Canyon at sunset.

Mar 29, 20246 min read

The top 6 road-trip routes to Grand Canyon National Park

Here's how to visit Tuscany from Rome in a day © Cavan Images / Getty Images

Mar 27, 20245 min read

Is it possible to do a day trip from Rome to Tuscany?

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

Hiring a car can get expensive but it gives you the freedom to explore the Amalfi Coast © Catherine Falls Commercial / Getty Images

Mar 27, 20246 min read

Everything you need to know about getting around the Amalfi Coast

Savvy travelers will want to visit each of these standout structures – including the National Stadium in Beijing © Ljupco Smokovski / Shutterstock

Mar 26, 20249 min read

9 modern architectural marvels worth traveling for

La Sagrada Família has a completion date © Getty Images

Mar 26, 20243 min read

Barcelona's La Sagrada Família set to be completed in 2026 - 144 years after construction began

With a little planning, a trip to Washington, DC, will tick all your boxes © ©Julia Kim / Getty Images

Mar 26, 20246 min read

8 things to know before a trip to Washington, DC

Choose the best hiking route for you with this guide to trails in Everglades National Park © Corey Rich / Getty Images

Mar 26, 20246 min read

5 memorable hikes in Everglades National Park for gators, waders and more

Starting in August, most adult visitors to the Galápagos can expect to pay a $200 entry fee, double the current rate © Danita Delimont / Shutterstock

Mar 25, 20242 min read

The Galápagos Islands will double its fee for visitors in August 2024. Here’s why

Taking a road trip in Alaska promises to be an epic adventure, no matter your route © Michael DeYoung / Getty Images

Mar 25, 20248 min read

8 of the most epic road trips in Alaska

Pick the right time for your visit to Everglades National Park with this seasonal guide © Douglas Rissing / Getty Images

Mar 24, 20245 min read

The best times to visit Everglades National Park

Here's how to prepare and serve mate in Argentina © buenaventura / Shutterstock

Mar 23, 20242 min read

How to drink mate in Argentina

The new Nightjet sleeper train fleet has individual compartments called mini cabins © ÖBB_Harald Eisenberger

Mar 22, 20244 min read

Inside the new 'privacy pod' cabins on Europe's sleeper trains

The timing of dinner in Spain has recently been criticized by a government minister © Kevin Hellon / Shutterstock

Mar 22, 20245 min read

Is Spain's late-night dining culture about to change?

There are no Boeing planes travelers should avoid © iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus

Mar 21, 20244 min read

Is it safe to fly on a Boeing-manufactured plane right now?

Holland’s ultra-flat terrain boasts tulips as far as the eye can see in April © Pakin Songmor / Getty Images

Mar 21, 20248 min read

How to experience Holland's tulip fields by bike

Norway abounds with outdoor adventures that will delight and thrill children © Jakub Stanek / Shutterstock

Mar 21, 20247 min read

Why you should take your kids to Norway

Planning a trip to Central Asia? Choose between Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan with this guide © Anton Petrus / Getty Images; iStock

Mar 20, 20248 min read

Uzbekistan vs Kyrgyzstan: which Central Asian country should you explore?

Discover the culture, ancient sights and beautiful beaches of Sardinia on a road trip © loreanto / Shutterstock

Mar 20, 20248 min read

5 road trips that showcase the beauty of Sardinia, Italy

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Mar 20, 20245 min read

Do I need a visa to visit Norway?

Norway has lots of outdoor activities that are either budget friendly, or completely free © Try Media/Getty Images

Mar 20, 20248 min read

How to visit Norway on a budget

We asked some locals for their favorite Canadian vacation spots © R.M. Nunes / Getty Images

Mar 19, 20247 min read

Discover where locals travel in Canada

People line up to jump into the water from a small cliff. Other bathers are pictured swimming in a cove off the sea.

Mar 19, 20247 min read

10 of the most incredible ocean pools around the world

On Ireland’s winding country roads, expect to take it slow © Jade Prevost Manuel / Shutterstock

Mar 19, 202415 min read

These 10 road trips will bring you into the heart of Ireland

Scenic drives let you experience Norway’s epic landscapes – like Trollstigen pass – up close © Franz Aberham / Getty Images

Mar 19, 202410 min read

These 5 road trips let you take in Norway’s epic scenery

From paddleboarding with little ones to snorkelling with your teens, Sardinia is the perfect family destination © AleksandarNakic / Getty Images

Mar 17, 20246 min read

The best things to do in Sardinia with kids

Explore the winding and narrow streets of Nice's Old Town with this walking guide to cafes, shops and sights © Getty Images

Mar 15, 20244 min read

Local Strolls: A gentle walk that takes in the sights of Nice's Old Town

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