Europe Travel Stories

Feb 14, 2020 • 5 min read

Plane, train or coach? Lonely Planet looks at cost, journey time and carbon emissions across five European routes.

Feb 10, 2020 • 8 min read

Lonely Planet writers take on the challenge of creating a memorable one-day itinerary for visitors to their home cities, with just $50 to spend.

Feb 10, 2020 • 6 min read

A mother discusses why and where to head afield with your infant, and provides top tips on how to do it successfully.

Feb 7, 2020 • 7 min read

Step into a stadium or arena mid-match and you’ll find locals in a state of agitation or elation, depending on the scoreline.

Feb 3, 2020 • 6 min read

From tough Teutonic trails to silky ribbonesque rivers just asking to be run, Germany is an underrated adventure powerhouse.

Jan 26, 2020 • 6 min read

Looking for a more sustainable European city break, Emily Frost travelled by bus from London to Krakow. Here's what she learned, and why she'd do it again.

Jan 21, 2020 • 4 min read

Lonely Planet's new book Travel Goals: Inspiring Experiences to Transform Your Life outlines diverse activities all over the world that are sure to change how…

Jan 16, 2020 • 6 min read

From egg-painting to spanking, there are many ways to celebrate Easter in Europe. Here are nine intriguing customs that are well worth a journey.

Jan 15, 2020 • 5 min read

From soups to street food, there's far more to Polish cuisine than dumplings and cabbage. Here's our guide to the very best flavours and dishes of Poland.

Jan 13, 2020 • 5 min read

Looking for a new challenge? Want to take home more than your average souvenir? Here are some trips with skills you can learn on your travels.

Jan 10, 2020 • 5 min read

Just because you don't drink doesn't mean you don't want a good night out. Here's our guide to the best nightlife for sober travellers in Europe's cities.

Jan 7, 2020 • 4 min read

Several new multi-day hikes have launched that provide exclusive access to previously inaccessible areas featuring virgin landscapes and unique cultures.

Jan 6, 2020 • 11 min read

Here’s our guide to Euro 2020, with info on everything you need to know, from how to get tickets to the best places to eat and drink in host cities.

Dec 31, 2019 • 3 min read

As 2020 approaches and a new leap year dawns, Lonely Planet looks at some of the traditions, celebrations and superstitions associated with this extra day.

Dec 22, 2019 • 8 min read

Ditch the planes and buses for an overnight train trip with the family, where you can rest easy knowing that when you wake a whole new adventure starts.

Dec 10, 2019 • 6 min read

Europe is an endless foodie buffet. Here are five standout culinary experiences across the continent, from Dubrovnik to Helsinki.

Nov 16, 2019 • 6 min read

Ever thought of selling your worldly possessions and taking the whole family wherever the wind takes you? Well that’s what Karen Binedell did.

Oct 25, 2019 • 3 min read

DiscoverEU offers free train travel in the EU to 18-year-olds. Neža has Asperger syndrome and took a solo trip with her free pass. Here's her story.

Oct 4, 2019 • 5 min read

Lonely Planet has rounded up a host of literary-inspired experiences and adventures that can be enjoyed in different locations around the world. 

Sep 30, 2019 • 7 min read

Balancing Cornish pasties, ice creams, seafood and cider with refreshing swims in the Atlantic and coastal walks with spectacular views.

Sep 2, 2019 • 5 min read

Don your facepaint, grab a glass of rum, find your sea legs and venture into the world with our cultural travel recommendations for November.

Sep 2, 2019 • 4 min read

Chilled-out city trips and relatively crowd-free beaches are on the travel agenda in November. Find your ideal hideaway with these recommendations.