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9 of the best places to visit in MexicoMay 13, 2025 • 8 min read
Mexico offers something for every traveler and type of adventure. Here are a few of the top places to visit in the country.
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tips and adviceThe 17 best packing hacks from a team of Lonely Planet guidebook writersMay 13, 2025 • 6 min read
Packing for trips is a delicate balancing act of portability versus flexibility. Here, our gang of veteran road warriors weigh in on the art of packing well.
beachesThe Catskill's best swimming holes and lakes for a summer dipMay 13, 2025 • 8 min read
Skip New York's crowded beaches and head to these idyllic swimming holes and lakes this summer.
art and cultureA guide to indigenous MexicoMay 13, 2025 • 5 min read
Mexico’s indigenous communities are vibrant and resilient, contributing profoundly to the nation's culture, politics and social landscape.
beaches8 stupendous beaches in CreteMay 13, 2025 • 7 min read
For your next holiday in Crete, consider our list of top beaches, which offer beauty, isolation, sunsets and family fun.
national parksThe 15 best things to do in Chamonix, FranceMay 13, 2025 • 10 min read
Nestled beneath Mont Blanc, Chamonix offers a tantalising mix of alpine charm, life-affirming adventure and breathtaking mountain scenery year-round.
beaches12 of the best national parks and nature reserves in PortugalMay 13, 2025 • 12 min read
Surprises come as standard in Portugal’s incredibly varied natural parks. Here's our pick of the best.
national parksThe 16 best national parks to visit in IndiaMay 13, 2025 • 20 min read
With more than 100 national parks, India is a playground for wildlife fans. Here are the best national parks for spotting tigers, elephants and more.
accessible travelHow to find your way around New York CityMay 12, 2025 • 11 min read
NYC and its transport never rest. From 24-hour subways and buses to taxis and bikes, this is all you need to know about navigating New York.
art and cultureTokyo dining etiquette: your guide to eating out in Japan's capitalMay 12, 2025 • 9 min read
Have the best eating experience in Tokyo with our tips on local dining customs and what to expect at restaurants.
Two cities, one trip: 5 days in Lisbon and PortoMay 12, 2025 • 13 min read
Making the most of Portugal's famed cities in five days.
tips and advice8 ways to pack light for a long tripMay 12, 2025 • 5 min read
Use these expert packing tips to master the art of traveling with just one small bag.
historyWho makes the best pizza in the US: New York, Chicago or Detroit?May 12, 2025 • 6 min read
Something clicked when pizza arrived in the USA more than a century ago. But who does it better? New York, Chicago or Detroit?
12 great things to see and do in CorfuMay 12, 2025 • 8 min read
You'll be smitten by one of Greece's loveliest islands.
activitiesExplore the Outer Hebrides with this 8-day Scotland itineraryMay 12, 2025 • 13 min read
If you're seeking a Scotland itinerary that goes beyond the clichés, try this eight-day tour across the Outer Hebrides on Scotland's scenic west coast.
hiking5 of the best hiking routes in CroatiaMay 12, 2025 • 7 min read
Croatia’s diverse hiking trails are the country’s best-kept secret. Here are our favorites.
activitiesThe top 10 best things to do in Washington, DCMay 12, 2025 • 9 min read
Packed with historical sites, incredible museums and endless options for food and nightlife, these are the top things to do in Washington, DC.
destination practicalitiesHow to get around the AlgarveMay 12, 2025 • 9 min read
You'll find offbeat beaches, orange groves, flamingos and more in the Algarve. Here's how to get around.
destination practicalitiesA first-time guide to MontenegroMay 12, 2025 • 9 min read
Plan your time and budget on your first trip to Montenegro with this guide.
hikingThe 14 best things to do in Yorkshire, UKMay 12, 2025 • 11 min read
Yorkshire is awash with scenic landscapes, historic architecture and agreeable country pubs. Here are the top things to do in God’s Own County.
destination practicalitiesA first-time guide to Chichén Itzá, one of Mexico's most famous Maya sitesMay 11, 2025 • 8 min read
Explore the legends of the Maya at Chichén Itzá's majestic temples and towering pyramid.
camping40 dos and don'ts for US national parksMay 11, 2025 • 8 min read
From wearing the right shoes to securing permits for popular trails, there are important rules to remember when visiting a US national park.