Travel Stories

Oct 12, 2022 • 6 min read

Texas is best known for its barbecue and Tex-Mex cooking, but there's so much more to the Lone Star state when it comes to great food and drink. 

Oct 12, 2022 • 3 min read

After completely shutting its doors last March, the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum (NASM) is once again welcoming visitors this week.

Oct 11, 2022 • 6 min read

It’s no secret that Nashville is a bachelorette hotspot, and it’s claimed that title for good reason – the enticing combo of great food, great drinks and great…

Oct 11, 2022 • 7 min read

Sharing a rich Mayan culture with southern Mexico, Guatemala borrows many culinary influences from its neighbor to the north.

Oct 11, 2022 • 7 min read

From swimming in a natural infinity pool on the edge of a waterfall, to going on safari, these are the best things to do in Zambia.

Oct 10, 2022 • 5 min read

Síomha Connolly, a writer from Dublin, shares snapshots from a trip to Nice, with top insights on where to go and when.

Oct 10, 2022 • 6 min read

New York City hogs all the attention, but you’ll find outstanding dining and drinking destinations all across the Empire State.

Oct 10, 2022 • 5 min read

Writer Sheila Yasmin Marikar talks about how she travels, her favorite places and the trip she’ll never forget.

Oct 8, 2022 • 5 min read

Chile is such a long and thin country that it claims an astonishing 6435km of coastline, which means hundreds of unique beaches. These are the very best.

Oct 7, 2022 • 5 min read

Well-known for its snowy mountains lush rain forests and amazing wildlife, Alaska is also rich in the cultures of Alaska Native peoples.

Oct 5, 2022 • 6 min read

From short hikes near Santiago to challenging multi-day treks through remote areas, here are the best hikes in Chile.

Oct 5, 2022 • 8 min read

Expect a lot of hearty, homemade fill-ya-belly meals, plus Guinness.

Oct 5, 2022 • 4 min read

The Institute of Contemporary Art San Francisco is part of a wave of new art in the Dogpatch neighborhood - and it's the perfect reason to plan a trip.

Oct 5, 2022 • 5 min read

Japan is easing entry rules on October 11, but does that mean it will be as easy to visit as before the pandemic? Here’s what you need to know

Oct 4, 2022 • 7 min read

If you want to escape the summer heat in South Carolina and avoid the crowds, start with these seven water adventures beyond the beach.

Oct 3, 2022 • 3 min read

Lonely Planet's SVP of Content and Executive Editor, Nitya Chambers, takes us on a behind-the-scenes look at a recent extended family trip to Costa Rica.

Oct 3, 2022 • 7 min read

Ackee and saltfish for breakfast, curried goat for lunch, and an I-tal vegetarian dinner – local cuisine will teach you more about Jamaica than any resort.

Oct 3, 2022 • 5 min read

Hear legends of vampires and celebrate ghostly folklore with these alternative Halloween destinations in Europe.

Oct 2, 2022 • 10 min read

Singapore may take less than an hour to drive across, but it has a wealth of tasty dishes that reflect the diverse cultures that call this island home.

Sep 29, 2022 • 7 min read

With an extensive restaurant scene, exhilarating nightlife and incredible history, running out of things to do in Accra simply isn’t possible. 

Sep 29, 2022 • 5 min read

Who says Christmas has to be conventional? Find out how the rest of the world celebrates this holiday season.

Sep 29, 2022 • 9 min read

Visitors flock to Ecuador for the Andes, the Amazon and the Galápagos, but don't overlook the beaches. From surf hubs to secluded sands, here are the best.