World Travel Stories

Oct 30, 2025 • 4 min read

Numerous things can disrupt your workout routine while abroad. Here's how to stay fit on your next trip.

Oct 28, 2025 • 7 min read

These cities promise an unforgettable New Year's Eve experience on December 31 and into January 1.

Oct 20, 2025 • 11 min read

From cutting through the countryside to connecting cities, the world's best railway journeys offer new perspectives on a destination.

Oct 16, 2025 • 6 min read

Make any voyage a breeze with our top packing tips.

Oct 14, 2025 • 4 min read

From finding cheap flights to buying tickets to live events, these tools can help you budget for your trip.

Oct 13, 2025 • 5 min read

Tipping away from home can feel downright uncomfortable. Here's your guide to handling gratuities across Europe with confidence.

Oct 8, 2025 • 11 min read

Paganism is experiencing a global revival as more people are reconnecting with nature. Here are five traditional ancient celebrations around the world.

Oct 6, 2025 • 6 min read

Action-packed adventures, wildlife encounters and tropical beaches await in these honeymoon destinations to help you escape (or embrace) cold weather.

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 traveled 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.