Usa Travel Stories

Aug 13, 2020 • 11 min read

In Lonely Planet's new book, Epic Surf Breaks of the World, pro surfers and surf writers share what makes these top US surfing spots so special to them.

Aug 10, 2020 • 7 min read

With live concerts off the table through the rest of 2020, musicians and artists are turning to livestreams to reconnect with their fans.

Jul 29, 2020 • 5 min read

When hotels and vacation rentals mean being too close to other guests, you need a private island. Here are some of the best budget options in the US.

Jul 27, 2020 • 4 min read

These are the best eight US national parks to visit for photography this summer.

Jul 24, 2020 • 5 min read

On the banks of the Mississippi River stands one of the largest pyramids in the world. The Memphis Pyramid has taken on many forms but remains iconic.

Jul 22, 2020 • 5 min read

Enjoy some serious vintage vibes with these classic rentals for your next road trip, cruise or flight.

Jul 22, 2020 • 5 min read

From desert to coast, here are some of the most beautiful drives in the Americas to inspire your next road trip.

Jul 21, 2020 • 9 min read

When you feel ready to travel again, these hotels have features that will give you extra peace of mind.

Jul 21, 2020 • 6 min read

Skip the crowds in national and state parks and head to national forests for incredible history, great scenery, and secluded camping opportunities.

Jul 20, 2020 • 5 min read

American travelers, once the golden goose of travel destinations, are increasingly being seen as the black sheep.

Jul 15, 2020 • 4 min read

There's a growing number of tiny-home resorts across the US. Here are some of the best.

Jul 11, 2020 • 5 min read

Less than a quarter of US rivers are protected under the National Wild & Scenic Rivers System – here are five you don't want to miss.

Jul 9, 2020 • 6 min read

After months of closures, Napa's wineries are beginning to reopen. Here's what's changed and how to go wine tasting safely.

Jul 5, 2020 • 5 min read

As COVID-19 alters the dining scene across the US, carhops have seen a resurgence. Here are 11 drive-ins serving up a little nostalgia.

Jul 2, 2020 • 4 min read

3 fun ways to celebrate Fourth of July while staying safe at home this year

Jul 1, 2020 • 5 min read

These eight Black hiking groups are bringing Black Americans to the outdoors.

Jun 30, 2020 • 7 min read

Over 60% of Idaho is public land, making it a prime outdoor playground for hikers, campers, cyclists, skiers, and anglers, from Sand Point to the Tetons.

Jun 29, 2020 • 9 min read

From blushing bayous and windswept prairies to snow capped peaks and tunnels through the Continental Divide, these Amtrak routes are full of the best scenery…

Jun 26, 2020 • 4 min read

The beloved archipelago of the Florida Keys has reopened to tourists, but with new rules in place. Here's what you need to know.

Jun 23, 2020 • 8 min read

Fresh off the back of researching their new guide to glamping, Comfortably Wild, Mike and Anne Howard have some things to say about the outdoorsy travel trend…

Jun 21, 2020 • 6 min read

It’s been over 50 years since peace, love and psychedelia burst out from the San Francisco underground into the mainstream, heralding 1967’s Summer of Love.

Jun 18, 2020 • 6 min read

Shopping for the father who's been around the world can be tough, but whether they're clinging to a beat-up gym bag or rocking the latest titanium luggage…