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The Blue Train traveling from Cape Town to Pretoria, South Africa. Michael Heffernan/Lonely Planet

Mar 3, 20269 min read

5 of the best train journeys in Africa

A pair of lions cross the Masai Mara in Kenya. Massimo Mei/Getty Images

Feb 17, 20268 min read

Safari vs Antarctica: the big dream trip showdown

Jan 5, 20268 min read

7 dream trips to take in Africa in 2026

A male lion, with a mane that turns from gold to black as it meets his body, lies down in grassland.

Jan 5, 202619 min read

Where to go for a first-time safari in Africa

Sep 26, 20256 min read

Top tips for women travelers visiting Egypt

See the ruins of ancient Carthage, in Tunis, Tunisia. Angela N Perryman/Shutterstock

Aug 22, 20255 min read

The 5 best things to do in Tunis in spring

People walk under a large Roman archway in an archaeological site.

Jul 10, 20258 min read

The most overlooked gems of the Roman Empire

Whittle down your packing list to suit your destination. bikeriderlondon/Shutterstock

Jun 11, 20256 min read

Packing like a pro: The ultimate guide to what to bring

Tipping is big in Africa – here's what you need to know, whether you're going to a restaurant or spotting elephants with a guide. Ger Metselaar / Shutterstock

Sep 27, 20243 min read

The ultimate guide to tipping in Africa

Spotting majestic African elephants in the wild is something you’ll never forget © David Fettes / Getty Images

Apr 25, 20247 min read

All you need to know about African elephants – and where to spot them in the wild

Design details at Bisate Lodge in Volcanoes National Park are a celebration of Rwandan culture and the surrounding landscape © Wilderness

Jan 12, 202310 min read

How African safari lodges are putting local creativity front and center

Sep 8, 202211 min read

Top 10 extraordinary places to stay in 2014

Observing the social aspect of lions' lives is one of the most memorable elements of an encounter with the species. Thomas Retterath / Getty Images

Sep 8, 20228 min read

The lions of Africa: expert advice on how to see them on your next safari

A large black rhino making its way across the parched grasses of Etosha National Park in Namibia. Manuel ROMARIS / Getty Images

Aug 16, 20226 min read

Safari animals: the story of rhinos and the best places to see them in 2022

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Jul 14, 20227 min read

10 places to learn about the life of Nelson Mandela in South Africa

Apr 8, 20225 min read

Where to go in June for wildlife and nature

Feb 26, 20210 min read

Wild encounters from across the world

Dec 24, 20207 min read

10 good news stories that lifted our spirits in 2020

Dec 2, 20204 min read

A Lonely Planet photographer shares secrets for taking that perfect shot

Lake Crescent, Washington, Olympic Peninsula, USA, PNW 10.

Nov 24, 20205 min read

Visit every color of the rainbow with these vibrant destinations

Arsenal dhow passing Lamu jetty during race at Maulidi Festival.
Lonely Planet Traveller Magazine, Issue 43

Oct 3, 202013 min read

Travel Throwback to Kenya: Where the wind blows

An ornate bowl of traditional Moroccan jeweled couscous.

Sep 29, 20206 min read

Morocco's best food experiences

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Coral and palm trees on the idyllic beach at Msambweni, near Diani on the Kenyan Coast, West Africa.

Sep 17, 20206 min read

Kenya's 10 best natural wonders

Detail of a white rhino at Sabi Sands game reserve.
Lonely Planet Traveller Magazine, Issue 103, July 2017, South Africa

Sep 17, 20205 min read

How rhino poachers took advantage of the pandemic - and how you can help stop them

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On the top of the flattest area you could imagine, suddenly a long mountain of sand rises. The Erg Chebbi dunes of wind-blown sand near the little town of Merzouga are renowned for their great height and size.

Sep 12, 20205 min read

Morocco's 10 best natural wonders

A female Elephant approaches a stream in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
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Sep 11, 20202 min read

This website aims to find the top places for wildlife spotting in Africa

Sunrise at tourist camp Frey, Tonchek lagoon, Patagonia, Argentina.
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Sep 1, 20204 min read

Where to cool off with an unforgettable wild swim

Felucca boats sailing on the Nile River. The Aga Khan’s domed mausoleum sits on the hill in the background. ©Peter Seaward/Lonely Planet

Aug 7, 20208 min read

10 classic sailing adventures

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Aug 4, 202015 min read

These books by African authors will transport you from Algeria to Zimbabwe

Feb 11, 20205 min read

Surviving 101 days travelling overland in Africa with kids

Feb 7, 20207 min read

Where and how to watch sport like a local

A gaucho/cowboy sits on a horse gazing out at a flock of sheep on plains at the foot of jagged mountains.

Jan 13, 20205 min read

Trips for travellers who want to learn something new

East Africa, with the wildebeest migration and vast open savannahs, provides an epic location for any safari. Mantaphoto / Getty Images

Dec 11, 20198 min read

Top tips to make your African safari more affordable

The rosettes on a leopard's coat mimic dappled shade on foliage and grasses. Maggy Meyer / Shutterstock

Dec 10, 20198 min read

Safari animals: the story of leopards (and the best places to see them)

Road obstacles take on a new meaning when behind the wheel on a self-drive safari. Frans Lemmens / Getty Images

Nov 1, 20197 min read

Are you ready for a self-drive safari in Africa?

A luxury camping tent in the southern section of Serengeti National Park, Tanzania. Jonathan Gregson / Lonely Planet

Oct 22, 20196 min read

A day on safari in Africa: what you can expect in camp and in the wild

A man in traditional Moroccan robe called a Djellabah walks away from the camera. Stalls selling plates, bags and scarves line either side.

Sep 25, 20196 min read

A guide to haggling in Marrakesh

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Sep 5, 20191 min read

Details of Harry, Meghan and Archie's trip to Africa have been revealed

Aug 27, 20197 min read

Malawi's wildlife renaissance

It might have a faraway feel, but Butterfly Island is actually part of the Indian mainland. Puneet Vikram Singh / Getty Images

Aug 5, 20196 min read

The world's best wild beaches and how to reach them

Jul 15, 20195 min read

Where to travel based on your favourite Rihanna song

Jul 8, 20195 min read

Where to go in September for 'the journey'

Sparkling water laps at the beach, which is lined with small white and blue boats.

Jun 27, 20195 min read

Travel in September: the expert's choice

Skyline at sunset, Cairo, Egypt

Jun 21, 20195 min read

A perfect day in Cairo: how to spend 24 hours in Egypt's capital

Chimpanzees in Kibale National Park

May 17, 20197 min read

Why seeing chimpanzees in Uganda is one of the world's greatest wildlife experiences

Wild Atlantic Way - Captain of small boat going from Achill Island to Mullet Peninsula, Co. Mayo, Ireland 2019

May 16, 20196 min read

Africa: what to expect on an overland tour

Quilting is often a collaborative effort in the USA. monkeybusinessimages / Getty Images

May 6, 20196 min read

Life's rich tapestry: traditional arts and crafts thriving around the world

A view from a terrace (protected by a blue-painted parapet) overlooking a marina and small beach in a town.

Apr 17, 20196 min read

Best things to do in Tunis in summer

The cityscape of Cairo at sunset from the Citadel and the Mosque of Muhammad Ali.

Apr 17, 20193 min read

Best things to do in Cairo in summer

Medinas, the old walled areas found across cities in North Africa, are still the beating heart of these towns. Giulia Fiori Photography / Getty Images

Mar 14, 20197 min read

Medina meanders: exploring the old walled city in the heart of Tunis

Tangier city beach in Tangier, Morocco. Getty Images

Feb 25, 20197 min read

Riding the rails on Africa's first high-speed train between Tangier and Casablanca

New York's Times Square

Feb 22, 20196 min read

Famous cities you thought were capitals... but aren't

Feb 19, 20198 min read

Exploring the Berber towns and culture of Tunisia

The entrance to Nijo Castle, Kyoto, Japan

Feb 8, 20196 min read

Make mine a fortress: ten of the world’s most child-friendly castles

Lion in the Serengeti National Park, Kenya

Feb 1, 20196 min read

A whole new world: magical trips inspired by Disney classics

Ireland's Slieve League sea cliffs

Jan 29, 20199 min read

Where to travel based on your Chinese zodiac sign

A silver teapot and bowl sit on a tray set on a mosaic round table; a white structure is visible in the background.

Jan 25, 20195 min read

Where to eat like a local in Tangier, Morocco

Jan 8, 20197 min read

Two-for-one trips: destinations that offer double the fun

Close-up of makroudh, traditional Tunisian sweets, mainly made of durum wheat semolina, olive oil, dates, then deep fried in oil and soaked in honey syrup.

Jan 4, 20195 min read

Seven typical Tunisian dishes you must try

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