Travel Stories

• festivals and events

• art and culture

4 min read • Jan 10, 2023

The climate varies across the country, but there's always a good time to be had in Colombia. Here’s the best time to visit.

• hiking

• activities

11 min read • Jan 10, 2023

Communities come first on Bhutan’s restored long-distance hiking trail, which promotes slow travel and socio-economic opportunities for remote villages.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

6 min read • Jan 10, 2023

From the Blue Mountain to the musical history of Trench Town, Jamaica is the kind of island that beckons you back. Here are the best places to visit.

• budget travel

• connections

9 min read • Jan 10, 2023

Read on for top tips, great gigs and common pitfalls to avoid while working around Australia.

• national parks

• activities

6 min read • Jan 10, 2023

Ancient palaces, hikes with sea views, idyllic islands and superb wines: here are the best things to do in charming Croatia.

• hiking

• activities

3 min read • Jan 10, 2023

Lonely Planet correspondent Bailey Freeman recently returned from the Ecuadorian Andes. She brought home few memories – and a few photos, too.

• beaches

• activities

8 min read • Jan 10, 2023

From volcanic islands to sublime city breaks, these top spring break destinations are just what you need for 2023.

• hiking

• activities

6 min read • Jan 10, 2023

Washington State’s trio of national parks, Mt Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic never disappoint. Here’s our guide to this trio of treasures.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

6 min read • Jan 9, 2023

Taiwan offers lots in a small package. Here are the best places to visit.

• road trips

• destination practicalities

5 min read • Jan 9, 2023

See the best of Hawaii on these incredible road-trip routes.

• public transport

• destination practicalities

6 min read • Jan 9, 2023

Find a change of scenery on these top day trips from New York City.

• beaches

• activities

6 min read • Jan 9, 2023

Which island has the best beaches in the Caribbean? From the Bahamas to Aruba, we have a rundown of the region’s 12 best.

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

6 min read • Jan 8, 2023

Planning your first-ever holiday in Croatia? Here are a few travel tips to make your trip run smoothly.

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

10 min read • Jan 8, 2023

Use this guide to seasons and events to choose the best time for your visit to South Africa.

• activities

• art and culture

9 min read • Jan 8, 2023

Argentina's most energetic city is packed with can't-miss sights and thrilling things to do. Here are the top things to do in Buenos Aires.

• destination practicalities

• tips and advice

3 min read • Jan 8, 2023

Most foreign visitors to Ecuador receive 90-day tourist visas on arrival, but here are guidelines for visa extensions, work visas and other situations.

• beaches

• activities

8 min read • Jan 7, 2023

With more than 700 stunning islands making up The Bahamas, picking the best beach is no easy task. Here's our list of the best beaches in The Bahamas.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

8 min read • Jan 7, 2023

From tropical beaches to kinetic cities and pristine jungle, Colombia packs a punch. Plan your trip with these 13 unmissable places to visit.

• shopping

• activities

6 min read • Jan 7, 2023

Venice is divided into six districts or sestieri. Each one has its own vibe and character, offering you something a little different wherever you go.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

6 min read • Jan 7, 2023

Whether you’re looking to bask on idyllic beaches, sail to remote atolls or spy ferocious predators, here are our picks of where to go in March.

• destination practicalities

6 min read • Jan 7, 2023

Thailand is one of the easiest places to visit in Asia thanks to inexpensive visas, and schemes allowing visa-free entry. Here’s a guide for visitors.

• tips and advice

• destination practicalities

7 min read • Jan 6, 2023

The picture-postcard idyll of the Caribbean vacation is often true. Here are the best places to visit with your family.