South Africa Travel Stories

Jan 6, 2016 • 6 min read

Sipping a chilled glass of chenin blanc at a whitewashed winery backed by rolling mountains – it’s a quintessential South African travel experience. But…

Apr 13, 2015 • 6 min read

Africa's iconic animals may be the things of childhood dreams, but taking your youngsters to the continent can be an unnerving prospect.

Feb 17, 2014 • 11 min read

Amazing experiences aren’t reserved for unlimited budgets. These characterful places to stay around the world offer comfort and charm in superlative…

Feb 4, 2014 • 6 min read

Sixteen countries now allow same-sex marriage, as do 17 US states and the District of Columbia. Now LGBT couples can tie the knot beside a volcano, atop a…

Jan 30, 2014 • 5 min read

When South Africa goes to the polls this April, the country also commemorates the momentous general election that took place here on 27 April 1994. This…

Oct 28, 2013 • 6 min read

With 2014 marking the 20th anniversary of the International Year of the Family, here’s how to kip with clans worldwide.

Oct 28, 2013 • 8 min read

After feverish debate, the results are finally in. Discover our travel experts' final cut of the most essential travel experiences and destinations on our…

Oct 16, 2013 • 7 min read

Stretch your legs over hours or days, without leaving some of the world’s biggest cities. This article is adapted from Lonely Planet's 1000 Ultimate…

Aug 8, 2013 • 6 min read

Some neighbourhoods are effortlessly charming while others bring new meaning to the phrase 'beauty is in the eye of the beholder'. From gritty to glossy,…

Aug 6, 2013 • 6 min read

Sitting in solitude in the middle of the South Atlantic Ocean, 2400km from anywhere and reachable only by boat, Tristan da Cunha is one of the world’s…

May 13, 2013 • 7 min read

You don’t have to travel far to realise that pale lagers are the beer of choice for the majority of the world. In fact, beers like Foster’s, Carling,…

Apr 10, 2013 • 5 min read

The world’s most iconic travel experiences don’t usually come cheap – but sometimes there are real alternatives. Here are some ideas for the budget…

Mar 22, 2013 • 4 min read

Little can match the pleasure of taking a dip in a secluded spot. Sliding into a river or striking out for the centre of a lake, it’s impossible not to…

Jan 25, 2013 • 6 min read

From the giddy heights of romance and commitment to the best places to be miserable and alone, we've got places to suit, taken from Lonely Planet's 1000…

Jan 2, 2013 • 5 min read

The sweet smell of wet grass. The unmistakable thwack of a clean hit. That last glimpse of a ball as it soars long and straight down the fairway. Golf can…

Nov 26, 2012 • 4 min read

Sipping tea in rarefied surroundings is a simple treat that can turn a fun city break into something truly memorable. High (or afternoon) tea, involving…

Nov 1, 2012 • 4 min read

When you travel, are you looking for 100% rest and relaxation? Or do you find yourself drawn to the history of a destination as a way of really getting to…

Sep 26, 2012 • 3 min read

The barrels may have already been rolled out at Munich’s annual Oktoberfest, but there are still plenty of other beer festivals happening all over the…

Jun 20, 2012 • 7 min read

If you're feeling the squeeze this summer, plan smart and head for these budget friendly destinations culled from Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2012.

Jun 20, 2012 • 6 min read

Take a deep breath, get strapped in and feel the buzz as we bring you the thrill-seekers' bucket list, from Lonely Planet's 1000 Ultimate Experiences.

Jun 14, 2012 • 7 min read

All-surprising stats and fantastical facts, our info nerds’ world tour will have you pointing out the planet’s most unknown ‘did you knows?’

Mar 24, 2012 • 5 min read

Sometimes the best sights aren’t always the most obvious, or the most famous. Sure, the Sydney Opera House is amazing and the Taj Mahal is unmissable, but…