Jul 17, 2020 • 5 min read
Afro-Ecuadorians make up about seven to 10 % of the country's population, but their impact on Ecuador's food, music and traditions is undeniable.
Jul 16, 2020 • 6 min read
From digital ankle bracelets to forced isolation, the fight against the coronavirus might mean travelers might have to give up their privacy.
Jul 16, 2020 • 4 min read
The verdant mountains and numerous protected parks means hiking in Puerto Rico has plenty of potential. Here are 7 trails to try.
Jul 16, 2020 • 5 min read
Your kids will love these virtual tours, where they can explore everything from street art to theme parks, wildlife to history.
Jul 15, 2020 • 4 min read
There's a growing number of tiny-home resorts across the US. Here are some of the best.
Jul 14, 2020 • 4 min read
Virtual tours, once a niche in travel, have gained traction during the pandemic. Now they might be here to stay.
Jul 14, 2020 • 4 min read
Hostels have offered independent travelers both affordability and sociability for generations, but can they tempt people back during the pandemic?
Jul 12, 2020 • 7 min read
Writer Geri Moore shares her experience in Wadi Rum, a harsh but beautiful desert landscape in southern Jordan.
Jul 11, 2020 • 5 min read
Less than a quarter of US rivers are protected under the National Wild & Scenic Rivers System – here are five you don't want to miss.
Jul 11, 2020 • 21 min read
Retrace the steps of groundbreaking women like Esther Morris, Isabella Bird, and Sacagawea on this women's history road trip through Wyoming.
Jul 10, 2020 • 6 min read
Whether underwater or roaring through its bumpy coastline, Aruba is a Caribbean island that truly provides something for everyone.
Jul 10, 2020 • 5 min read
Around 48 hours ago I found myself in an airport for the first time in four months, following a blur of last-minute restriction-lifting on international…
Jul 10, 2020 • 4 min read
As many wannabe travelers ask themselves whether they should stay or go, Lonely Planet provides an argument in favor of traveling abroad.
Jul 10, 2020 • 3 min read
Clodagh Blake's images perfectly capture how the colourful, small birds care for their chicks on the islands.
Jul 9, 2020 • 3 min read
From minor bumps and jostles to full-fledged roller-coaster ups and downs, air turbulence can be a scary experience. Here's what causes air turbulence.
Jul 9, 2020 • 6 min read
After months of closures, Napa's wineries are beginning to reopen. Here's what's changed and how to go wine tasting safely.
Jul 9, 2020 • 7 min read
Aviation journalist, John Walton, tells Lonely Planet about his experiences as a gay traveler.
Jul 9, 2020 • 5 min read
Explore the Walk of Peace hiking trail, which connects the Alps to the Adriatic Sea along a former WWI front line.
Jul 8, 2020 • 6 min read
New Zealand’s cycling revolution is set to keep rolling with a slew of new trails developed in the past ten years and more Kiwis than ever adopting the sport.
Jul 8, 2020 • 6 min read
How would your travel wish list look if money were no object? From luxury hotels to yachts in the Med, here's the ultimate fantasy bucket list.
Jul 7, 2020 • 7 min read
If you want to join in the countless trekkers who have walked a section – or all – of Hadrian's Wall, we have some tips for how to prepare and what to expect.
Jul 7, 2020 • 4 min read
As global travel begins to open up post-lockdown, airlines are making face masks mandatory. Here's what you need to know.