World Travel Stories

Oct 2, 2025 • 8 min read

Whether you're seeking snorkeling in Vietnam or an awe-inspiring view of Canada's northern lights, you'll find much to enjoy in this great big world.

Oct 1, 2025 • 7 min read

From New Orleans to Hong Kong to Oaxaca, here are five of the best Halloween travel destinations around the world.

Sep 30, 2025 • 3 min read

Solo travel can be a delight with these tips.

Sep 26, 2025 • 5 min read

Fast food goes global: from matcha McFlurries to jollof at KFC, discover how big chains serve up local flavor in surprising ways.

Sep 23, 2025 • 7 min read

You don’t have to stop traveling just because the year is ending. October is one of the best times for many epic adventures.

Sep 3, 2025 • 4 min read

Reading through star ratings and reviews can help you find the best hotel for your next travel stay.

Sep 3, 2025 • 5 min read

It's time for the leaves to start changing; these are the best places in the world to find intense fall colors in 2024.

Aug 29, 2025 • 9 min read

These are the trips that made each of us say, "I want to do this for a living."

Aug 27, 2025 • 5 min read

The time between peak travel months and the offseason offers a sweet spot: pleasant weather, open businesses, fewer crowds and better prices.

Aug 25, 2025 • 7 min read

We've travelled far and wide to bring you the average cost of accommodation around the world.

Aug 25, 2025 • 11 min read

Lonely Planet is staffed with people who are passionate about travel. These are their summer travel stories to help inspire your own.

Aug 19, 2025 • 9 min read

From Maya temples in Guatemala to Egypt’s most famous archaeological treasures, here are the best ancient ruins and monuments in the world.

Aug 11, 2025 • 9 min read

We asked our ever-traveling content team which mementos they treasure most from their past adventures.

Aug 4, 2025 • 5 min read

Queer travelers and members of the gay community will face no judgment when booking to stay at these LGBTIQ-owned/operated hotels.

Jul 28, 2025 • 6 min read

Spanning high-desert plateaus to lush lowland jungles, beautiful lakes showcase nature at its most dramatic. Here are nine of the best lakes in the world.

Jul 24, 2025 • 8 min read

Low-lit and vibey, see-and-be-seen spots, we've got them all.

Jul 10, 2025 • 3 min read

Openness and diversity are non-negotiable at these small-town celebrations of the LGBTIQ+ community.

Jul 7, 2025 • 4 min read

Guy Fieri is not only a culinary personality; he’s also a savvy traveler who lives to explore cultures through cuisine.

Jul 3, 2025 • 8 min read

From swimming near whale sharks to spotting colorful fish over a reef, here are the world's best places to snorkel.

Jul 1, 2025 • 8 min read

From lazing on beaches in Turkey to sipping Guinness in Dublin or traveling through Mongolia, here are the best places to visit in September.

Jun 30, 2025 • 12 min read

Food can make or break a travel experience. From Texas to Spain and between, these destinations deliver sensory memories you won't soon forget.

Jun 25, 2025 • 3 min read

Free charging stations for your electronic devices at airports and in other public spaces are not as trustworthy as you may think. Here's why.