North America’s most spectacular winter destinations
8 min read • Sep 28, 2022
Looking to travel this winter and stay outdoors as much as possible? Here's our greatest of the great outdoors.
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North America
- These 11 small-town getaways in the US are perfect for fall
12 min read • Sep 12, 2022
America’s big cities get plenty of press, but across the country, there are many smaller hamlets worthy of attention.
- The best pizza of the US and where to find it
13 min read • Aug 29, 2022
Whether its a crispy or a gooey pie, few things match the excitement of a piping hot pizza arriving at your table.
- Best last-minute Labor Day weekend getaways for 2022
5 min read • Aug 16, 2022
The end of summer is coming fast, so it’s time to start planning your last hurrah for 2022.
- Now's the time to plan a fall road trip to these 10 national parks for 2022
9 min read • Aug 10, 2022
We all know about summer road trips, but fall is actually the best time to enjoy US national parks: 10 best for 2022.
- Lonely Planet’s seasoned hikers pick their top hikes in the Americas
15 min read • Jul 29, 2022
Lost cities, active volcanoes, stunning coasts: explore the most scenic destinations of the Americas on these hikes.
- The best US road trips for electric cars in 2022: go on a long journey with your EV
11 min read • Jul 28, 2022
Step away from the gas pump and strap on your seat belt: these are the best US road trips for going fully electric.
- 11+ of the best lesbian bars in the US
6 min read • Jun 30, 2022
Of the 62,000+ bars in America, just 23 of them are lesbian bars — down from about 200 in the 1980s. These are the best.
- Explore the history of the nation: 10 most storied places in the US to visit in 2022
5 min read • Jun 28, 2022
As we celebrate July 4, 2022, we look at the fascinating glimpses into the history of the United States.
- What should be America's next national park?
9 min read • Jun 23, 2022
National parks have long been known as “America’s best idea.” Here are nine worthy contenders we think should be next.
- Finding Indigenous America in US national parks this summer 2022
8 min read • Jun 14, 2022
Here are 8 national parks where you can learn more about the history of the Native American peoples first-hand.
- Trek to these 9 hike-in lodges in the US for a stunning nature respite
6 min read • May 3, 2022
These hike-in lodges offer access to some of the most remote parts of the US without sacrificing the comforts of home.
- Star Wars: May the force be with you at these filming locations
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.
- 10 best scenic drives in US national parks
8 min read • Apr 8, 2022
Many US national parks are best seen from your car – really. Get the best overview of the wilderness with these drives.
- Eat your way through these 8 unexpected US foodie destinations
10 min read • Mar 22, 2022
From counter-service lunches to upscale eateries, here's a sample platter of unexpected foodie destinations in the USA.
- Where to find the USA's 12 newest national parks
10 min read • Mar 15, 2022
So you know the most popular US national parks, but what about the 12 newest? Here's where to find them.
- 5 alternative winter sports and where to try them in 2022
5 min read • Mar 1, 2022
Ready for a new sports challenge in the cold? Here are the most alternative winter sports you've got to try in 2022.
- 5 ski resorts easy distance from US cities
4 min read • Dec 6, 2021
You shouldn't have to travel for miles and miles for a skiing adventure. Here are five ski resorts close to US cities.
- How to have an incredible safari experience without leaving the US
5 min read • Dec 2, 2021
As new variants delay safari trips abroad, some tour operators are turning to destinations closer to home.
- What ski resort in North America is best for you? We've got the answer
5 min read • Sep 28, 2021
Skiing in North America is all about swooping runs and some of the fluffiest snow on the planet. Here's where to go.
- The most epic overnight train journeys in the world
5 min read • Sep 20, 2021
If you have a long way to go, don’t just jump on a plane. Night trains are a more fun, eco-friendly way to travel.
- Our favorite lesser-known neighborhoods in the world's greatest cities
8 min read • Sep 13, 2021
Tap into the pulsing energy of lesser-known neighborhoods in major cities with this list of the hottest happenings now.