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A recent court decision has restored the right to wild camping in breathtaking Dartmoor National Park © James Osmond / Getty Images

Aug 8, 20235 min read

England’s last wild-camping refuge saved as campaigners win legal battle against landowners

Summer in the Alps is filled with biking, hiking and cold swimming © iStock

Aug 8, 20235 min read

Are the Alps a good spot for a summer vacation?

Kids will love the dinosaur fossils on display at Chicago's Field Museum of Natural History © Trina Dopp Photography / Getty Images

Aug 8, 20239 min read

How to visit Chicago with kids: bring the wee ones to the Windy City

Learn all about Späti culture in Berlin and how you can get involved © Hinterhaus Productions / Getty Images

Aug 7, 20235 min read

You’ll see this everywhere: Spätis in Berlin

On my safari, I learned the important difference between a “tower” vs a “journey” of giraffes © Jack Pearce

Aug 4, 20236 min read

Copy My Trip: Galloping with giraffes on safari in Kenya

Aug 4, 202311 min read

Europe's extreme weather: what to expect in each country if you're traveling in August

Unesco has made a move to add Venice its list of "World Heritage in Danger." © Stefano Mazzola/Getty Images

Aug 4, 20234 min read

Unesco recommends Venice for its World Heritage in Danger list

You’ll want to stop to take in the spectacular views hiking the Isle of Skye © iStock

Aug 3, 20234 min read

How much of Scotland can I experience in a week?

Whatever your taste is in beaches, there’s one for you in Nigeria © i_am_zews / Shutterstock

Aug 2, 20237 min read

7 of the best beaches in Nigeria

From December to April is the perfect time for hiking in St Lucia © The Good Brigade / Getty Images

Aug 2, 20234 min read

When is the best time to visit St Lucia?

At the new exhibition, fragments of the slave ship Clotilda are displayed in water tanks © History Museum of Mobile

Aug 2, 20234 min read

A new exhibit in Alabama shares stories from the survivors of America’s last slave ship

Taking seven years to walk 28,000 miles all over the planet was the ultimate in slow travel © Thomas Turcich

Aug 2, 20235 min read

7 years walking the world: what the ultimate slow travel trip taught me about life

Writer Tasmin Waby relaxes in the pool at the Finniss River Lodge during a visit to Australia's Top End © Tasmin Waby / Lonely Planet

Aug 1, 20234 min read

Copy My Trip: A week in Australia's dramatic Top End

The slow, marvelous trains that crisscross South India offer a wonderful way to discover this vast region © MTD_myTravelDiaries / Shutterstock

Jul 31, 20239 min read

8 incredible train journeys in South India

Munich has loads of attractions for kids of all ages © SbytovaMN / Getty Images

Jul 30, 20237 min read

The best things to do with kids in Munich

Check your entry requirements for Ecuador before you visit as they vary depending on citizenship © Laura BC / Getty Images

Jul 29, 20234 min read

Do I need a visa to visit Ecuador?

Taste the best flavors of Colombia with this guide to the country's top dishes © RECVISUAL / Getty Images

Jul 29, 20236 min read

9 of the best things to eat in Colombia

Jul 28, 20236 min read

How to get around the mountainous island of St Lucia

It was during a trip together to Thailand and Laos that my mother’s onsetting dementia began to reveal itself © Stocksy

Jul 28, 20236 min read

My mother had dementia – and a trip together helped me understand her condition

Writer Stephanie Ong (pictured in Merci concept store) documents a weekend of spending in the City of Light © Stephanie Ong

Jul 27, 20235 min read

A Total Trip: what I spent on dining, drinks and museums during a weekend in Paris

A day-long “round de island” odyssey lets you explore the beautiful landscape of St Lucia © Jack Hollingsworth / Getty Images

Jul 26, 20236 min read

The ultimate St Lucia road trip: come with us round de island

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

Find the best places to base yourself in Denver whether you're after kid-friendly museums or vintage shopping © Cavan / Getty Images

Jul 25, 20236 min read

The best neighborhoods to base yourself in Denver

Lonely Planet destination editor AnneMarie McCarthy shows you how to make the most of a quick visit to Mallorca's cosmopolitan capital © Getty Images

Jul 25, 20235 min read

Copy My Trip: 24 hours in Palma - Mallorca's cultured capital

Amsterdam, Netherlands - September 22 2017: People are walking through the tunnel of Central Railroad Station in evening, License Type: media, Download Time: 2025-12-13T18:31:42.000Z, User: pinkjozie64, Editorial: true, purchase_order: 56530 - Guidebooks, job: Global Publishing WIP (for books), client: Amsterdam 14, other: Jo-anne Riddell

Jul 25, 20235 min read

How to get around Denver, the gateway to the Rockies

Shoulder season is best for beachgoers ©jaminwell/Getty Images

Jul 24, 20233 min read

Everything you need to know about visas for travel to St Lucia

For many tourists, Germany's visa requirements are straightforward © A-Tom / Getty Images

Jul 23, 20234 min read

Do you need a visa to go to Germany?

To fight jet leg, drink lots of water, expose yourself to natural light and, most importantly, listen to your body © Abdul Razak Latif / Shutterstock

Jul 21, 20233 min read

Can I avoid jet lag on my long-haul vacation?

Taking the slow coastal route from Lisbon to Porto isn’t the fastest – but it’s far more interesting © Austin Bush / Lonely Planet

Jul 20, 20237 min read

Why a slow bus journey is the best way to see the coast from Lisbon to Porto

The Train d’Artouste through the Pyrenees is the highest train in Europe © Christopher GJ Cooley / Lonely Planet

Jul 19, 20238 min read

Bordeaux to the Pyrenees by train, bike and hiking trail (no car required)

Get prepared to dive into Denver with our local tips on what you need to know © Cavan Images / Getty Images

Jul 19, 20237 min read

16 things to know before visiting Denver

Much of southern and eastern Europe is baking under hotter-than-average July temperatures © Antonio Masiello / Getty Images

Jul 18, 20236 min read

Is it safe to visit Europe during the heat wave? Will you be compensated if travel plans are impacted?

The high-speed Afrosiyob train will whisk you across the Uzbek desert © ullstein bild / Getty Images

Jul 18, 20236 min read

Making a Silk Road journey through Uzbekistan entirely by train

© Craig Waxman, Polysphere Creative, for Lonely Planet

Jul 17, 20239 min read

Traveling solo lets you take a deep dive into Parisian culture

Paris fulfills every expectation as the “City of Love" © Craig Waxman, Polysphere Creative, for Lonely Planet

Jul 17, 20239 min read

Paris seems made for couples and romance

Enchanting parks, playgrounds and special attractions make Paris a wonderfully family-friendly destination © Craig Waxman, Polysphere Creative, for Lonely Planet

Jul 17, 20239 min read

Paris has something special for every generation

The Mysa Motel on Queensland’s Gold Coast is the epitome of mid-century-modern style © courtesy the Mysa Motel

Jul 17, 20234 min read

Retro-cool: how Australia’s Gold Coast is embracing a Palm Springs vibe

From free activities to budget meals, these top tips can help you save money when you visit England © Photo by Roo Lewis / Getty Images

Jul 15, 202312 min read

18 ways to explore England on a budget

Will Team USA be able to win a third consecutive FIFA Women’s World Cup title? Fans in Australia and New Zealand this winter will find out © Baptiste Fernandez/Icon Sport via Getty Images

Jul 14, 20234 min read

Everything you need to know about the FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand

The Pink Wall at Paul Smith’s LA shop is always picture-perfect © AaronP / Bauer-Griffin / GC Images

Jul 14, 20235 min read

At these 5 pretty pink destinations, it’s always a Barbie World

Here are some of the best things to do as a family in England © Rebecca Spencer / Stocksy

Jul 14, 20238 min read

The best things to do with kids in England

From exploring national parks to lounging by a lake, plan your family vacation in Germany with these top activities for all ages © Tom Werner / Getty Images

Jul 13, 20239 min read

11 of the best things to do with kids in Germany

Traveling with the Bahamas on the hours-long mail boat lets you transit between islands the way Bahamians do © Juan Martinez

Jul 13, 20237 min read

Aboard a passenger mail boat in the Bahamas: a different way to explore the Caribbean

An idyllic long weekend in London was not cheap, but definitely worth it. © Getty Images

Jul 13, 20236 min read

A Total Trip: What I spent on a four-day cultural getaway in London

Beyond high fashion, Milan brims with funky independent shops © Shutterstock

Jul 13, 20234 min read

Milan in 5 Shops: Panettone, vintage Prada and life-changing wine

Nigeria, Lagos, View of idyllic beach

Jul 12, 20234 min read

Visa requirements for visiting Nigeria

Discover the islands of Greece's Northern Aegean, their local fare, distinct culinary delights, traditional, homey recipes, and proud and welcoming people © Malcolm P Chapman / Getty Images

Jul 12, 20236 min read

Food is culture on Greece’s Northern Aegean Islands

Away from the crowds and busy tourist magnets, the Northern Aegean islands of Greece are natural wonders © Getty Images

Jul 12, 20237 min read

Like nowhere else: Greece’s natural Northern Aegean Islands

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

The overnight train from London Paddington to Penzance at England’s southwestern tip is surely one of the most pleasant rail journeys in the UK © Peter Titmuss / UCG / Universal Images Group via Getty Images

Jul 12, 20237 min read

The Night Riviera: the secret slow-fast route from London to Cornwall

It’s hard but not impossible to explore this Atlantic archipelago without renting a car - here’s your detailed guide © Daniel James Clarke

Jul 12, 202311 min read

How to get the most out of the Azores without renting a car

From large parks to hands-on museums and cafes with play areas, here are the best things to do with kids © Ippei Naoi / Getty Images

Jul 11, 20234 min read

The best things to do in Amsterdam with kids

England has beaches to spare, from golden Cornish sands to wild, untamed beaches on the edge of the Yorkshire moors © Igor Emmerich / Getty Images

Jul 11, 20238 min read

The top 10 beaches in England

You can see lots of Berlin's attractions on a tight budget with a little forward planning © Guido Mieth / Lonely Planet

Jul 9, 20237 min read

How to see the best of Berlin on a budget

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

Don't let visa confusion stand in the way of your Spain vacation © Flashpop / Getty Images

Jul 7, 20234 min read

Do you need a visa to visit Spain?

Tourists lined up to enter Pantheon - Basilica of Santa Maria ad Martyres on the first day of general admission on July 3 © Stefano Montesi / Corbis / Getty Images

Jul 7, 20232 min read

Italy's most-visited site is now charging visitors a small entry fee

The author outside of Mémorial ACTe, the powerful museum addressing slavery and Caribbean culture in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe © Nii Ayikwei Parkes

Jul 6, 20235 min read

How a visit to the Caribbean helped me connect to my West African story

From outdoor pools to a train run by children, there's plenty for families in Budapest © Onjira Leibe / Shutterstock

Jul 5, 20237 min read

Exploring Budapest with kids is a breeze with these top tips

autumnal sunset over Venice city
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Jul 5, 20235 min read

The night train from Venice to Rome was a time and money saver

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