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Sunsets, lanterns and art: free things to do in Hoi AnJul 8, 2019 • 6 min read
Visitors to Vietnam often cite charming Hoi An as one of their favourite cities. A thriving medieval port city that was reduced to a backwater country…
Travel Stories
Belgrade–Bar railway: the ultimate Balkans train tripJul 7, 2019 • 6 min read
Dramatic is the operative word for the Belgrade–Bar railway line, which promises authentic culture and geographic riches around every bend as it rumbles…
Trailblazers: crossing into China as a Lonely Planet writer in the 1980sJul 7, 2019 • 8 min read
Our Trailblazers series sees Lonely Planet's guidebook writers reflect on past adventures, reminisce a little, and compare their experiences past and…
Five ways climate change will affect your flightsJul 6, 2019 • 5 min read
The climate crisis is a clear and present danger to humanity and the planet, and even the chief technology officers of the world’s major producers of…
foodForget the Hamptons, these are the best summer escapes from New York CityJul 6, 2019 • 5 min read
Of all the summertime rituals of New York City life – patio dining, Shakespeare in the Park, regular visits to farmers markets for fresh tomatoes – one…
artDiscover the fine arts of Buenos AiresJul 4, 2019 • 5 min read
As a world city home to an extensive history and, consequently, a long artistic legacy, Buenos Aires has a cultural resumé a mile long. Lovers of the fine…
foodThe best rooftop bars in LondonJul 4, 2019 • 4 min read
At first glance, London might not seem like the best city for drinking alfresco. The streets are brimming with top bars and cosy pubs, but where do you go…
foodHidden Honolulu: step away from the crowds in Hawaii's capitalJul 3, 2019 • 5 min read
Heading to Honolulu? Then you’re probably going to spend time in Waikiki. For many people, the popular beachfront district is all they see of the Hawaiian…
Travel to Nicaragua: what you need to knowJul 3, 2019 • 6 min read
From lava-spewing volcanoes to idyllic, far-away beaches, Nicaragua's natural landscape measures up to some of the world’s best. But a series of clashes…
foodThe perfect New York weekend: highlights of the Big AppleJul 3, 2019 • 5 min read
Two days in New York may just scratch the surface of this remarkable city, but it's an enthralling experience nonetheless. It's an important balance…
wildlife and natureHow to see the animals from 'The Lion King' for real in AfricaJul 3, 2019 • 6 min read
From Banzai, Simba and Shenzi to Pumbaa, Timon and Zazu, the characters of The Lion King have captivated millions, both young and old, since the original…
beachesMy experience travelling as a Black womanJul 3, 2019 • 8 min read
Stephanie Yeboah shares her travel experiences as a Black, plus-size woman and gives personal advice on how to stay informed before a trip.
beaches10 of the best parties in Ibiza this summerJul 3, 2019 • 5 min read
Nowhere does dawn raving, poolside partying or boho-glam Balearic vibes quite like the beach-wrapped paradise that is Ibiza. The sizzling Mediterranean…
foodComic-Con and beyond: seeing San DiegoJul 3, 2019 • 3 min read
America’s largest event for fans of comic books, pop culture, super heroes and fantasy memorabilia catapulted from an obscure, one-day comic book…
foodWhere to go in September for food and drinkJul 2, 2019 • 4 min read
Between the fine wines and delicious dishes, September's foodie escapades will have your hands doing a mad dash between your cutlery and your glass in an…
foodPrague: culturally relevant in the Czech RepublicJul 2, 2019 • 4 min read
Prague is a continental epicenter. It’s not only the Czech Republic’s capital, but arguably the region’s most culturally relevant city. And the word is…
family travelMontreal’s circus festival must be seen to be believedJul 2, 2019 • 5 min read
In the Saint-Michel neighborhood of Montreal, a collection of buildings make up a kind of 'Cirque City.' It’s here you’ll find the National Circus School,…
wildlife and natureWhere to go in September for cultureJul 2, 2019 • 5 min read
Autumn flourishes transform the northern hemisphere with fiery foliage, temperate climes and (for the most part) fewer crowds, making September a prime…
food9 of the best Chinese restaurants in LondonJul 2, 2019 • 4 min read
With so much choice, it can be hard to track down the best Chinese food in London. The city’s appetite for fresh, regional cooking has set the bar high…
festivals and eventsExperience the fiery fun of Las Fallas in ValenciaJul 2, 2019 • 5 min read
Every March, Valencia is consumed by a burning fever as the Spanish city celebrates Las Fallas, a truly unique combination of art, humour and fire. The…
foodHistoric taverns of the Eastern US: A toast to the pastJul 2, 2019 • 4 min read
‘George Washington slept here’ is a plaque proudly nailed to the walls of a select group of early American guesthouses, but where did the first President…
beachesCan't-miss Catalonia: top experiences for first-timersJul 1, 2019 • 5 min read
Venture beyond Barcelona and its urban pleasures and you’ll find a region of forested hills, pristine beaches and medieval villages.