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Yosemite National Park in California in the summer. Konoplytska/Shutterstock

Nov 26, 202512 min read

Plan the ultimate road trip between three iconic California national parks

The scenic highways of the Southwestern USA were made for road trips. Nick Fox/Shutterstock

Nov 26, 202515 min read

How to see the best of the Southwest: 4 incredible USA itineraries

Two farmers wearing tribal dress and carrying baskets on their backs look out over the green rice fields in a mountainous area

Oct 18, 202510 min read

A first-time guide to Sapa, Vietnam

Sep 17, 20256 min read

Where to experience fado, Portugal's most famous music

From trekking to Adam's Peak to hiking through Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Sri Lanka has many superb trails. iStock

Aug 22, 20258 min read

The best 7 hikes in Sri Lanka

A road near Pioneertown, California. Jon Bilous/Shutterstock

Jul 10, 202511 min read

Everything you need to know about getting around California

Place du Marché de Sainte Catherine in Le Marais, Paris. Massimo Borchi/Atlantide Phototravel/Getty Images

Jun 24, 20258 min read

A guide to Le Marais, one of Paris' most fashionable neighborhoods

Castle towers surrounded by a moat and bright green grass, with homes and trees in the distance on a sunny day.

Jun 18, 202513 min read

12 not-to-miss historic gems in Wales

The National Gallery, London. Mistervlad/Shutterstock

May 23, 20257 min read

10 of London's best museums worth visiting

A view of Chandra Taal, Himachal Pradesh, India. sumankyal/Shutterstock

May 21, 20258 min read

A first-time guide to Chandra Taal, India’s “Moon Lake”

Woman hiking the Quiraing on the Scottish Isle of Skye, Scotland.

May 21, 202512 min read

10 best things to do on the Isle of Skye, Scotland

Downtown Anchorage in summer. Jacob Boomsma/Getty Images

May 14, 20259 min read

Summer in Anchorage? Why the sun never sets on this surprising city

Here's how to pack a small bag for a long trip. Pyrosky/Getty Images

May 12, 20256 min read

8 ways to pack light for a long trip

Surf beginners learning the ropes in the gentle waves of Essaouira. Ryzhkov Oleksandr/Shutterstock

May 8, 20256 min read

Learn to surf in Morocco at one of these top spots

Louisville, Kentucky, is famed for its bourbon heritage and the Kentucky Derby. Grindstone Media Group/Shutterstock

Apr 27, 20256 min read

How to get around Louisville, Kentucky

People in the far distance on a path atop a grass-covered rocky hill with water and other rocky hills beyond on a misty, overcast day.

Apr 15, 20258 min read

12 of the best places to visit in Iceland

A foggy day on the Nervión River, Bilbao. Andy arg Gonzalez/Shutterstock

Apr 4, 20259 min read

A first-time guide to Bilbao

Man sitting on a tree trunk at the beach on Cayo Zapatilla.

Mar 25, 202512 min read

The 19 best things to do in Bocas del Toro, Panama

From iconic landmarks to local markets, find out what to see and do in this charming Austrian destination. canadastock/Shutterstock

Mar 24, 202511 min read

The 14 best things to do in Graz, Austria

Split is Croatia's second-largest city. Lucky-photographer/Shutterstock

Mar 21, 20257 min read

A first-time guide to Split, Croatia

Nunavut is the living image of Canada's frozen north, and there are plenty of ways to keep busy. Ed Dods/Shutterstock

Mar 20, 202513 min read

The 14 best things to do in Nunavut, Canada

A kayaker in Laguna Bacalar. Ghecipol/Shutterstock

Mar 5, 20259 min read

10 fantastic places to visit near Cancún

Cannon Beach on the Oregon Coast. Richard Jennings/Getty Images

Feb 17, 20256 min read

7 of the best beaches near Portland, Oregon

Along the coastal route of the Portuguese Camino de Santiago. Brester Irina/Shutterstock

Feb 13, 20259 min read

A first-time guide to the Costa Verde, Portugal

The Treasury in the ancient city of Petra bathed in candlelight. Paul Biris/Getty Images

Feb 12, 202514 min read

15 of the world's best adventures to have at night

Group of people walking along cliff edge looking at city views. Edinburgh Castle in the distance

Feb 6, 20254 min read

Do I need a visa or ETA to go to the United Kingdom?

Maison Antoine in Brussels offers 29 sauces with its frites © Charlotte McDonald-Gibson/Lonely Planet

Dec 17, 20248 min read

Discover the top 12 Belgian dishes to eat in Brussels

Your guide to Barcelona's best independent shops. Shutterstock

Oct 6, 20244 min read

Barcelona in 5 shops: vintage clothes, local food and more

The first step towards walking along the Great Wall is getting a visa for China. fotohunter / Shutterstock

Sep 20, 20245 min read

How do I get a visa for China?

From witch-themed history to iconic architecture, here are the best things to do in Salem. Getty Images

Sep 19, 202410 min read

10 of the best things to do in Salem, Massachusetts

Get to know Washington, DC, with this walking tour along the National Mall. Getty Images

Sep 13, 20249 min read

A walking tour of Washington, DC’s National Mall

Sustainable agritourism activities – like you can find at Quesos Artisanos Villarejo – are revered cultural experiences in Spain. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Jul 12, 202410 min read

Spanish agritourism: Rural experiences in La Rioja and beyond

Treat yourself to something from Naples' best independent stores © Getty Images

Jul 1, 20245 min read

Naples in 5 Shops: vintage Italian designs, bespoke tailoring and more

From Charlestown in the north to Hyde Park in the south, from West Roxbury to East Boston, here’s what to do in winter in each of Boston’s neighborhoods © Denis Tangney Jr/Getty Images

Mar 1, 20248 min read

Boston in Winter: 24 reasons to visit each neighborhood

Florence is a city that celebrates its craftspeople © Angelo Zinna

Feb 21, 20244 min read

Florence in 5 Shops: Tuscan leather, hand-painted ceramics and sculpture souvenirs

Local writer Sally Kirby enjoys tea time in Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco © Sally Kirby

Jan 2, 20247 min read

Ask a local about Morocco

Start 2024 off right with a trip to Brazil for Carnival © JAG IMAGES / Getty Images

Dec 28, 202310 min read

Epic trips for 2024 you should start planning now

Venice is among the destinations introducing new systems for travelers © Getty Images

Dec 27, 20235 min read

Upcoming travel rule changes: 5 key updates for international travelers

Some ski areas in the Alps connect together giving skiers multiple options from one base © Difught / Shutterstock

Dec 6, 202312 min read

The 8 best places for skiing in France

You can’t go wrong with cash in India © Bloomberg via Getty Images

Dec 1, 20234 min read

I’m traveling to India, is cash or credit card better to use there?

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Boy looking out onto Jemaa el Fna square in Marrakech, Morocco at sunset.

Nov 28, 20237 min read

8 of the best things to do with kids in Marrakesh

Beyond the luxury brands, Zurich's independent shopping scene is thriving © Getty Images

Nov 14, 20234 min read

Zürich in 5 Shops: Local designers, thrift shop finds and Swiss cheese

A formation resembling a nesting eagle, the Remarkable Rocks are a highlight of any visit to Kangaroo Island © fotofritz16 / iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus

Sep 20, 20236 min read

After devastating wildfires, Kangaroo Island is more resilient than ever

The walking route leads to Jardim do Príncipe Real's hilltop market © Jeffrey Greenberg / Universal Images Group / Getty Images.

Aug 30, 20233 min read

Local Strolls: A walk through Lisbon's viewpoints, markets and more

Exploring Essaouira on a three-day high/low getaway © Sally Kirby

Jul 12, 20237 min read

A Total Trip: a three-day high/low getaway to Essaouira, Morocco

Experience the best of Berlin with this guide to the top things to do © Westend61 / Getty Images

Jul 8, 20237 min read

14 of the best things to do in Berlin

Enjoy the lively waterfront in Portland, Maine's biggest city © Cavan Images / Getty Images

May 10, 20235 min read

How to get around Maine, from the parks to the ocean

What’ll it be: Medellín’s friendly vibes, or Bogotá’s sophisticated scene? © iStock; Shutterstock

Feb 13, 20238 min read

Medellín or Bogotá: which Colombian city is for you?

On a day trip from Bangkok to Amphawa, you can take a train that goes through the market at Samut Songkhram – literally © vespaFoto / Shutterstock

Jan 13, 20233 min read

🌍 Help me, LP! What is the one day trip I should take during my short time in Bangkok?

It would take most people over a month to traverse the entire Trans Bhutan Trail, but travelers can take on individual sections for more manageable trips. © Ken Spence

Jan 10, 202311 min read

A first look at the Trans Bhutan Trail, the Himalaya’s newest epic trek

Hikers on a narrow, rocky ridge. Steep valleys are on either side of the path, and snow-dusted cliffs and mountains are in the distance.

Jan 10, 20239 min read

What to expect at the USA’s national parks in 2023

Le Goudes

Sep 27, 20227 min read

Marseille’s top 10 rooftops for expertly mixed tunes, drinks and dancing

A pair of cocktails at sunset on a rooftop ledge in focus, with buildings including the Parliament in the background, Budapest, Hungary, Europe

Jun 20, 20225 min read

Pálinka with a view: the best rooftop bars in Budapest

Tourists sitting on bench and stairs on dock in front of the St. John fortress near the old port. Fortress houses the Maritime Museum and the aquarium.;

May 30, 20225 min read

The 7 best museums in Dubrovnik from folk costumes to photojournalism

Evening light paints the lighthouse of Punta Zicatela, while many surfers pack the lineup in Puerto Escondido, Mexico

Apr 25, 20225 min read

8 can't-miss beaches on the Oaxaca Coast

Wide Open Walls mural of a person's face in blue and purple, Sacramento, California

Apr 22, 20225 min read

The best free (or nearly free) things to do in Sacramento

Black, yellow and white striped angel fish swim above coral shaped like cauliflower in clear turquoise shallow waters

Mar 29, 20225 min read

You can be a part of worldwide coral regeneration schemes – here's how

People having brunch at a restaurant

Mar 21, 20225 min read

The 7 best Charlotte neighborhoods for walking, art hopping and luxury shopping

Surfers walk along a beach shore at sunset.

Mar 19, 20228 min read

Getting around Central America is easy by bus, plane and boat

A rainbow just off Bridal Veil Falls in California's Yosemite National Park

Mar 10, 20229 min read

11 of the most stunning waterfalls to see at Yosemite National Park and how to see them

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