World Travel Stories

Feb 15, 2022 • 6 min read

Lonely Planet writer Sofia Levin, who got married in Lombok, Indonesia shares her top tips for planning a wedding abroad.

Feb 11, 2022 • 5 min read

With CBD spas, menopause mini-breaks and gut health retreats, the wellness industry is adapting for 2022 with retreats to realign and rejuvenate travelers.

Feb 7, 2022 • 5 min read

Paddle through deep canyons and tropical lagoons: 9 epic multiday stand-up paddleboarding adventures to take in 2022.

Feb 3, 2022 • 6 min read

Long-distance cycle tours are the most incredible way to see the world: 10 top tips to go the long route in 2022.

Jan 31, 2022 • 5 min read

Swimming with whale sharks is an unforgettable experience. Here are some of the best places in the world to do it.

Jan 31, 2022 • 6 min read

Want sandy beaches, gentle waves and vast open water? The ocean's not your only option. Check out these amazing lakes.

Jan 25, 2022 • 7 min read

Entries to many of the world’s most popular marathons open soon. Here’s everything to know.

Jan 25, 2022 • 6 min read

Wetlands are among the most biologically diverse ecosystems on the planet. Here are 9 of the best for watching wildlife.

Jan 25, 2022 • 8 min read

Hiking through your global travels offers a unique lens into the local ways. Take the long road with these top hikes.

Jan 19, 2022 • 7 min read

Tennis and football? Boring. Here are 9 unique sports to have a go at in 2022.

Jan 19, 2022 • 6 min read

Some of the world's most beautiful places are best explored by bike. Why not start in 2022? Here's where to go.

Jan 17, 2022 • 5 min read

Congratulations! You’ve found ‘the one’. Now seal the deal at one of the world’s best places to get engaged.

Jan 14, 2022 • 4 min read

Just because the temperature dips doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. 8 non-traditional winter sports around the world.

Jan 13, 2022 • 6 min read

Feeling inspired by the 2022 Winter Games in Beijing? Create your own competition at these top winter sports spots.

Jan 7, 2022 • 9 min read

We rounded up these shorter thru-hikes that but can be squeezed into your vacation for 2022.

Jan 1, 2022 • 5 min read

It may not sound as sexy as being spontaneous, but planning a trip in advance can be part of the fun. Here's why.

Dec 29, 2021 • 7 min read

Everything you need to know to plan the round-the-world trip of your dreams, starting with your RTW plane ticket.

Dec 27, 2021 • 6 min read

If you've been waiting on the perfect honeymoon, here's your guide to planning the getaway of your dreams.

Dec 23, 2021 • 5 min read

With whatever time you've got to travel, this route-planning guide will help you hit the road and make the most of it.

Nov 11, 2021 • 5 min read

Japan, Kansas City and Lebanon have iconic – but wildly different – cuisines. But there's one thing that ties them all together: fire-powered flavor

Oct 18, 2021 • 7 min read

Ready to get back into the race? We've got you. Here are the best places to run a marathon in the next year.

Sep 29, 2021 • 7 min read

From its homeland in Ethiopia to the ultra-modern cafes of Japan, coffee has made quite the world tour. Here are the best countries to drink coffee.