World Travel Stories

Feb 7, 2020 • 6 min read

If learning to surf has been on your to-do list for a while, the good news is: it’s never too late. And here are the best places in the world to learn.

Feb 7, 2020 • 7 min read

Step into a stadium or arena mid-match and you’ll find locals in a state of agitation or elation, depending on the scoreline.

Feb 7, 2020 • 8 min read

Why must treasure hunts be confined to the pages of fiction? From ‘golden owls’ to chests of buried loot, these treasures can be found in the real world.

Feb 7, 2020 • 5 min read

From the first romantic city getaway to a round-the-world adventure for two, the highs and lows of travelling as a couple can deepen the bond you share.

Feb 6, 2020 • 3 min read

When you’re crammed in the middle seat between two armrest hogs, a free treat can be a welcome distraction. Here's a list of the best snacks airlines have to…

Feb 4, 2020 • 4 min read

A host of countries will issue a second, concurrently valid passport to their citizens who can prove the need for more than one. Here's why, and how to get one.

Feb 3, 2020 • 6 min read

There’s no sport quite as crazy as mini golf. To celebrate this sporting wonder, here are our favourite weird and wonderful courses from around the world.

Jan 30, 2020 • 6 min read

The following destinations provide would-be adventurers with a host of options a world away from that five-star hotel and the lacklustre kids club.

Jan 29, 2020 • 5 min read

There's no need to dread your next long flight. We scoured Amazon for the best products that will make your next long-haul flight a breeze.

Jan 29, 2020 • 9 min read

For a long time, no matter where you were headed, it was difficult and expensive to put together a trip itinerary using one-way travel. One-way tickets make…

Jan 28, 2020 • 6 min read

Get your broomstick ready, prime your Floo powder or practice your Apparition skills to check out these top 10 Harry Potter experiences around the world.

Jan 27, 2020 • 4 min read

Bouncing around Europe or Southeast Asia, or getting out in the woods on a long-distance trek? ‘Backpacking’ means different things to different people

Jan 27, 2020 • 5 min read

From taking the best gear to following trail rules, this guide to responsible hiking will help you reduce your impact on the environment during your trek.

Jan 27, 2020 • 5 min read

Three people who landed their dream job and travelled the world share their experiences and describe what motivated them to take the leap.

Jan 24, 2020 • 4 min read

As Instagram's influence on travel increases, writer Rosie Bell examines the social media app's impact on travel.

Jan 24, 2020 • 9 min read

Nik Sheasby and Lindsey Bathke met and fell in love while on tour with the Rolling Stones, and told Lonely Planet about finding the perfect travel buddy in a…

Jan 24, 2020 • 5 min read

Can cackling in the company of strangers make you a more positive person? We try a laughter yoga class in California to find out.

Jan 23, 2020 • 5 min read

The oceans are home to incredible marine life in an ecosystem that needs to be protected. Here's what to look out for when being a responsible diver.

Jan 22, 2020 • 5 min read

As 2020 begins, we're looking forward to another year of travel and adventure, so we rounded up our favorite new travel gear and put each item to the test.

Jan 21, 2020 • 6 min read

For those who dream of taking kids on a wildlife-watching safari, there are plenty of ways to make it family-friendly

Jan 20, 2020 • 5 min read

These five van rental companies are well equipped to let road trippin’ travelers dive head first into a big adventure.

Jan 19, 2020 • 7 min read

Confined spaces with strangers, mysterious bathroom fixtures and questionable food - travel can be a sickly experience, but it doesn't have to be.