Here at Lonely Planet, we love seeing the world and finding new experiences. But we also have a few opinions. From thoughts about food (we have A LOT of opinions about food) to who gets the middle-seat arm rests, these are Lonely Planet staffers' unpopular travel opinions.
When it comes to art, if you've seen one Warhol (or Banksy, or Michaelangelo) you've seen them all. – Anna Hider, Commercial Copywriter
An opentop bus tour is the best way to see a city. – Fin McCarthy, Editorial Director
You shouldn't be allowed to bring your own cooked food on airplanes. – Fahima Anwar, Lead, Social Strategy
It's fine to eat fast food – that can be a local experience, too. – Meghan O'Dea, Commercial Content Editor
Asking someone to bring you back a souvenir is rude. – Alicia Johnson, Digital Editor
Chicago deep dish isn't pizza. – Alexander Howard, Lead Editor, Homepage
An airplane G&T is better than a cocktail in a fancy bar. – Fin McCarthy, Editorial Director
It's possible to get tired of the local cuisine, even if we're talking about Italian food in Italy. Also, related... room service in a hotel can be awesome. Just not every night! – Anna Hider, Commercial Copywriter
A crowded airport can be relaxing. – Matt Paco, Video Content Producer
The beach is a stressful place. – Meghan O'Dea, Commercial Content Editor
I kinda love airplane turbulence. – Alexander Howard, Lead Editor, Homepage
Don't take any photos on a vacation. You're there to enjoy yourself, not humblebrag to your friends back home. – Alicia Johnson, Digital Editor
Winter destinations and travel are not fun. – Fahima Anwar, Lead, Social Strategy
I find picking out souvenirs for people very stressful. – Anna Hider, Commercial Copywriter
Airplane food is great - just make sure to use the salt pack. – Alex Butler, Senior Editor
Hotel breakfasts are overrated. – Meghan O'Dea, Commercial Content Editor
Hotel robes and slippers are useless. Slippers are like flippers and robes are only XXXXL. – Fin McCarthy, Editorial Director
French food is overrated. – Alexander Howard, Lead Editor, Homepage
Arm rests are for passengers in the middle seat. – Meghan O'Dea, Commercial Content Editor
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