Travel Stories

• wildlife and nature

• activities

7 min read • Jan 29, 2023

There’s nothing quite like the restorative buzz from a dip in a proper thermal pool. Here are Europe’s best hot springs.

• art

• art and culture

4 min read • Dec 30, 2022

Lonely Planet staffers share the movies and TV shows that inspire their wanderlust.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

8 min read • Dec 27, 2022

If you love train travel, you’ll love these new train services connecting European destinations in 2023.

• beaches

• activities

7 min read • Dec 21, 2022

From cruising across turquoise lagoons to hiking otherworldly coastlines, these island escapes offer something for every type of couple.

• beaches

• activities

7 min read • Dec 14, 2022

Escape the worst of the cold this winter by heading to Europe’s southern reaches, where the wam sun shines year round.

• skiing

• activities

8 min read • Nov 11, 2022

Europe's looming energy crisis this winter will affect your ski trip: stay in budget at these top European ski resorts.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

5 min read • Nov 9, 2022

Discover the many charms and conveniences of traveling off-season: the top European destinations to visit this winter.

• shopping

• activities

5 min read • Nov 4, 2022

Get off the well-trodden Christmas market trail: 10 European favorites that shine with unique yuletide culture.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

4 min read • Nov 3, 2022

Can't decide where to go in Europe for NYE 2023? Senior editor AnneMarie McCarthy is here to help you decide.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

5 min read • Oct 3, 2022

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

• photography

• activities

13 min read • Sep 13, 2022

Travel these amazing routes of Europe for storied architecture, stunning coasts and some of the best eats in the world.

• beaches

• activities

12 min read • Aug 16, 2022

Here are the top 9 surfing spots in Europe for 2022, according to professional surfers, photographers and writers.

• architecture

• art and culture

4 min read • Aug 2, 2022

Europe's most gorgeous European libraries range from baroque stunners to modern masterpieces. Here are our favorites.

• water sports

• activities

3 min read • Jun 13, 2022

Nothing compares to taking the plunge in the great outdoors. Here are the best spots for wild swimming in Europe.

• festivals and events

• art and culture

8 min read • May 24, 2022

Get ready for a rainbow-lit Eiffel Tower, Big Ben and Colosseum: the best destinations to celebrate pride in Europe.

• art and culture

• museums

6 min read • May 16, 2022

To mark International Museum Day on May 18, we took a look at some of Europe's very best museums.

• architecture

• art and culture

7 min read • May 16, 2022

From ancient wonders to contemporary masterpieces, Europe offers something for every architecture buff on their travels.

• art

• art and culture

7 min read • Apr 28, 2022

Feel the force of Star Wars: a guide to visiting the earthbound destinations once featured in a galaxy far, far away.

• beaches

• activities

9 min read • Apr 21, 2022

From the wind-lashed shores of the Atlantic coast to the coves of Italy, we bring you the cream of the European coast.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

7 min read • Apr 13, 2022

Packed with ancient history, sophisticated cities, fine food and even finer art, Europe is ideal for road trips.

• wildlife and nature

• activities

6 min read • Apr 8, 2022

Go the distance for true peace and quiet: the most remote spots in Europe to really get away from it all in 2022.

• sustainable travel

• connections

8 min read • Mar 31, 2022

The movement to make travel more sustainable has boosted demand for sleeper trains. Here are some of the best in Europe.