World Travel Stories

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.

Jun 25, 2025 • 8 min read

Staying in a hostel is the perfect way to cut travel costs while also meeting new people and traveling more sustainably.

Jun 25, 2025 • 4 min read

Learn how eSIMs work, what the benefits are, and why you should consider using one to stay connected while traveling

Jun 25, 2025 • 2 min read

Lima’s Maido took home the gold at the awards for the World’s 50 Best Restaurants of 2025, held in Turin, Italy, on June 19.

Jun 18, 2025 • 11 min read

Take on any of our picks for the world’s best hikes, and expect to be challenged, exhausted – and exhilarated.

Jun 18, 2025 • 8 min read

August is prime time for an escape. Find out the best places to travel for adventure, relaxation, wildlife and culture.

Jun 17, 2025 • 6 min read

These six road trips bring you spectacular scenery, magnificent access to wildlife and side adventures to keep you busy for days.

Jun 16, 2025 • 11 min read

From cutting through the countryside to connecting cities, these 24 railway journeys offer entirely new perspectives on a destination.

Jun 16, 2025 • 10 min read

Ensure your summer travel pouch contains just the right mix of items to help manage an unforgiving sun, high humidity, dry skin or a poorly-timed schvitz.